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For some reason the word flak was used during WWII as the name for the exploding shells fired from anti-aircraft guns. Catching some flak meant literally being under fire. Bullet proof vests are/were sometimes referred to as flak jackets, as similar types of equipment were once used to protect people from the fragments from the AA shells.
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What does the German acronym FLAK stand for?
The German acronym FLAK stands for Flugzeug Abwehr Kanone in German which means antiaircraft fire. The term was used during World War II by the Luftwaffe.
Where is the rank worn on the flak jacket?
rank is centered on the center flap
What were the three most powerful weapons in World War 2?
Hmmm. The atomic bomb, the German 88 flak gun, and the tiger tank.
What was referred to as an Archie in World War 2?
Someone who asks a pointless/stupid question? no... it's not the above, but it is in WW1 that Archie was the British name for what in WW2 was called Flak: Anti Aircraft Fire.
Why did Japanese navel AAA guns use multi colored flak?
Possibly to identify which warship was firing, which would allow that particular vessel to adjust its fire on the target. Main gun ammunition was often marked this way.
When did Flak Magazine end?
Flak Magazine ended in 2008.
When was Flak Magazine created?
Flak Magazine was created in 1998.
What was the term used for antiaircraft gunfire during world war 2?
Flak.
What is the duration of Taking the Flak?
The duration of Taking the Flak is 3600.0 seconds.
What is an example of flak?
An example of flak is receiving criticism or negative feedback for a decision or action taken. It can also refer to anti-aircraft artillery used to defend against enemy attacks.
What has the author Vira P Flak written?
Vira P. Flak has written: '\\'
When was Flak 'n' Flight created?
Flak 'n' Flight was created in 2003.
When was Taking the Flak created?
Taking the Flak was created on 2009-07-08.
When did Taking the Flak end?
Taking the Flak ended on 2009-08-19.
What in the world is a flak cannon?
A flak cannon is an anti-aircraft gun, the word 'flak' being derived from the German 'Fliegerabwehrkanone', or 'aircraft defence cannon'.
What does the German acronym FLAK stand for?
The German acronym FLAK stands for Flugzeug Abwehr Kanone in German which means antiaircraft fire. The term was used during World War II by the Luftwaffe.
What does flak jacket pro do in black ops?
Flak jacket pro will protect you from explosions and Fire!
