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More about manila?

Manila is the capital of the Philippines. It is the seat of the national government. When pertaining to Manila, the term is synonymous to the greater Manila area called Metro Manila or the National Capital Region (NCR). It comprises 14 cities and 3 municipalities.


What is a sticky bandage called?

A sticky bandage is commonly referred to as an adhesive bandage or a plaster. It typically consists of a small piece of sterile material that is attached to a sticky backing, allowing it to adhere to the skin and cover minor wounds. Popular brands, like Band-Aid, have made the term "band-aid" synonymous with adhesive bandages in general.


What were the Hueys in the Vietnam war?

The Bell UH-1 series of United States helicopters, are also known as Hueys. The Huey became visually synonymous and symbolic of the Vietnam War in there role as making infantry air mobile and evacuating the wounded.


How did spitfires get their name?

The name "Spitfire" was derived from a horse owned by the aircraft's designer, R.J. Mitchell. The term "spitfire" itself refers to a person with a fiery temper, reflecting the aircraft's aggressive performance and speed. The Supermarine Spitfire became iconic during World War II, particularly for its role in the Battle of Britain, and the name has since become synonymous with resilience and bravery in aviation history.


What was D-Day in World War 2?

D-Day is the famous term for the return to Western Europe by Allied armies, who made massive amphibious landings on the beaches of Normandy, France on June 6, 1944.Allied forces made an amphibious assault on 5 beaches of German occupied northern France: Utah, Omaha, Sword, Juno, and Gold. The German occupation forces, plagued by misinformation and tactical errors, were pushed back through France and the Low Countries during the following 11 months. Combined with the demands of the Eastern Front, the new theater overtaxed the ability of the German armies.While a common military term (such as H-Hour) to denote the start of an operation, the term rapidly became synonymous with the momentous Normandy landings.