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MILITARY LINGO
Do you remember all of the slang, jargon & lingo that was used in the Military? How often would you get a good laugh out of those words! Check out the full Collection today and share yours!
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Economy:
Only applies when you are overseas. ie Living on the "economy" means not living on base or base housing; or get something on the Economy, that means not getting on base but getting from the locals
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Can Bird:
Aircraft used for spare parts.
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DRESS BLUES:
Official Military Service Formal Suit.
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G.I.:
Government Issue
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MESS TENT:
Chow hall, Dining Tent
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Latrine:
Head, Bathroom
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COVER:
Cap, Hat or Helmet
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SEMPER FI:
Cheer of Marine Soldier signifying Semper Fidelis
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Latrine:
Air Force term for toilet
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Land of the Big PX:
USA
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6-bi:
5 ton truck in U.S.M.C.
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NUG:
New Useless Guy
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Snake:
Cobra Gunship
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Lurp:
LRRP...Long Range Reconisance Patrol
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Jodie:
That worthless, no good, bast*rd that was home with your gal, while you were away on duty.
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