They were called the doughboys.
American soldiers were nicknamed "doughboys" during World War I, with the origin of the term still debated. One theory suggests it derived from the white, dough-like appearance of their uniforms and the food rations they received. Another possibility links it to the large round buttons on their uniforms, resembling dough balls. The term became a popular moniker, symbolizing American troops during the war.
German soldiers during World War I were called "Huns" by the American soldiers. The Germans called their soldiers "The Bosch" during World War I.
They were nicknamed "fat cows" because they were more obese than soldiers from other countries at war, and they were way heavier than the POWs.
During World War 2 there were, and still are, soldiers stationed all over Europe. It is possible, though not confirmed, that there were American soldiers stationed in South-East London during World War 2.
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Doughboys
American soldiers were nicknamed "doughboys" during World War I, with the origin of the term still debated. One theory suggests it derived from the white, dough-like appearance of their uniforms and the food rations they received. Another possibility links it to the large round buttons on their uniforms, resembling dough balls. The term became a popular moniker, symbolizing American troops during the war.
German soldiers during World War I were called "Huns" by the American soldiers. The Germans called their soldiers "The Bosch" during World War I.
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They were nicknamed "fat cows" because they were more obese than soldiers from other countries at war, and they were way heavier than the POWs.
During World War 2 there were, and still are, soldiers stationed all over Europe. It is possible, though not confirmed, that there were American soldiers stationed in South-East London during World War 2.
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American soliders came to Trinidad during the second world war
American soldiers were called "doughboys" in World War I. The origin of the nickname is not known for sure but some speculate that it came from the white chalky dust that covered them after a long march.