US soldiers in World War I were commonly referred to as "Doughboys." This nickname is believed to have originated from the large, dough-like buttons on their uniforms or from the soldiers' wholesome appearance. The term became widely used and symbolized the American forces' fresh and enthusiastic spirit as they joined the war effort.
They were "Doughboys".
Often called "diggers", their units were more politly called ANZAC.
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'Fritz' was the nickname for all German soldiers in WW1. The Bristish were called 'Tommy's' I believe.
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They were "Doughboys".
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Often called "diggers", their units were more politly called ANZAC.
See the Related Link for "Doughboy Center" to the right for some possible explanations for the origin of this nickname.Doughboysif you mean English- we were called tommies :) and Americans dough boys .. lol im not sure why have a look at this Why were WW1 soldiers called dough boysdoughboysThe US soldiers were nicknamed "Doughboys" during WW1 because the buttons on their overcoats reminded the British men of little clumps of dough.
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American soldiers were also known as doughboys
'Fritz' was the nickname for all German soldiers in WW1. The Bristish were called 'Tommy's' I believe.
US soldiers referred to Germans as "Krauts" during World War II.
Some were called Yanks or GI Joes.
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The correct answer is Doughboys