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Military Terminology

Military terms refer to the language and expressions commonly used by military personnel and organizations. They also provide a common understanding between different services. For example, the military term ‘assets’ refers to weapons.

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What do you call a soldier with a bag strapped to his back?

A soldier with a bag strapped to his back may be referred to as a backpacker or a soldier carrying a backpack. They may also be called a backpacker or a soldier with a rucksack.

Do members of the US Navy Reserve get paid?

They receive pay for those days that they actually work for the Navy. Most are required to drill for two weeks each year, and two or three days (usually weekends) every month. And if they go on active duty, they will receive full pay and benefits.

What is stratigic bombing?

Strategic bombing refers to the use of airpower to systematically target and destroy key infrastructure, military installations, and economic resources of an enemy. It is a military strategy employed during wars to weaken the enemy's ability to wage war and undermine their morale. Strategic bombing often involves striking industrial centers, transportation networks, and communication systems to disrupt the enemy's ability to sustain their war effort.

Where did the word GI come from?

GI has been the common designation for the American fighting man--or woman. However, the GI was born early in the century not as a soldier but as a trash can. Originally the initials GI formed an abbreviation that stood for the material from which a trash can was made, galvanized iron, and its source, government issue. I can still recall my father calling the trash can a GI Can.

GI is an abbreviation for Government Issue. The Army labeled everything from boots, to guns to tanks as government issue. So naturally, the soldier adopted that as a name for himself.

Where or When was it derived?I thought this was a WW2 term. However, I'm reading a book published soon after WW1 that has poems, jokes and highlights of their service during WW1 and they use the term "GI", but I'm not sure what it meant at that time.

What is a doorkicker?

A doorkicker is a term commonly used in military and law enforcement to describe a highly trained individual, typically a member of a specialized unit, who is responsible for breaching and clearing doors during tactical operations such as raids or hostage rescues. They are skilled in close-quarters combat and have expertise in utilizing various tactics and equipment to safely and efficiently enter and secure a room or building.

What is SIGINT?

SIGINT is an abbreviation for signals intelligence. It refers to the collection, analysis, and exploitation of information from electronic signals and communications systems. SIGINT is often used by intelligence agencies to gather intelligence on adversaries, monitor communications, and uncover potential threats to national security.

While under arms do you salute outdoors?

Yes, when under arms, military personnel are expected to salute outdoors as a sign of respect. This includes saluting when passing or being passed by senior officers, during ceremonies, or when the national anthem is playing.

How do you use shrapnel in a sentence?

Over a dozen Marines were wounded on Saturday when they were struck by shrapnel from an IED. The word shrapnel is a noun.

What does charlie mean in military terms?

In military terms, "Charlie" is often used as a phonetic alphabet code for the letter C. It can also refer to specific military terminology such as the Charlie Company, which is a unit within a larger military organization. Additionally, it is sometimes used as informal slang to refer to the enemy or hostile forces.

What are 'twin car bombs'?

Twin car bombs refer to two vehicles that are rigged with explosives and then detonated simultaneously. This tactic is often used in terrorist attacks where the goal is to cause mass casualties and destruction. The synchronized explosions increase the impact and damage of the attack.

Is delta force trained to use extreme hand to hand combat?

Yes, Delta Force operators receive extensive training in hand-to-hand combat techniques, including both unarmed combat and close-quarter combat with weapons such as knives. However, their primary focus is on specialized skills such as counterterrorism, special reconnaissance, and hostage rescue. Hand-to-hand combat is just one aspect of their overall training.

What is the Air Force chain of command from President to immediate supervisor?

The answer to this question is totally dependent on the individual asking. The chain of command in any of the US armed forces changes depending on an individuals unit. If you are an Airman, your chain of command is going to be longer than for a Master Sergeant. If Airman has a buddy in a different squadron or wing, they are going to have totally separate chains of command for the first few levels. This being said, nearly everyone has The President, Vice President, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the Chief of Staff. (The Vice President is not in the chain of command. The Vice President has no commandauthority over any member of the armed forces.)

What is the military term for location-Example-Bravo Two Whats your BLANK-OVER?

The most commonly used phrase is position. Also used: * A-O or Alpha Oscar (Area of Operation) * Coordinates * A-P or Alpha Papa (Area of Patrol) Other terms used for types of positions:

* LZ or Lima Zulu (Landing Zone) * DZ or Delta Zulu (Drop Zone) * RP or Romeo Papa (Rally Point) * TZ or Tango Zulu (Target Zone)

What president allowed woman to enter military academies?

West Point first accepted women as Cadets in 1976, Gerald Rudolph Ford was president of the United States. All Service Academies were required to accept women with the class of 1980, which entered the academies in summer 1976.

How does a squid look after its babys?

they dont actually look after them. they just leave the eggs on seaweed.

What are troops called that fight on foot?

A soldiers on foot has been called many things throughout the many years of warfare, including:

  • Foot-soldiers
  • Grunt
  • Infantryman
  • Footslogger
  • Marcher
  • Musketeer

I hope I have sufficiently answered your question.

How do you convert military time and real time?

AM is easy

0100 hours = 1:00 AM

0200 hours = 2:00 AM

0300 hours = 3:00 AM

and so on

but when you get to 1200 hours = 12:00 PM

then you just keep going

example:

1300 hours = 1:00 PM

1400 hours = 2:00 PM

1500 hours = 3:00 PM

here is how i do PM

just remove the :

4:00 becomes 400

then add 1200

400 + 1200 = 1600 hours

What aftercare is prescribed for reconstructive surgery?

Light bathing is generally permitted after 24 hours if the wound is not soaked. The physician will provide directions for any special wound care. Sutures are removed 3-14 days after the repair is completed.

What you will do to join Pakistani army?

Simple. Fill a form at your nearest ISSB centre. Go for physical and a simple written exam. If you pass, you will get a call for joining at the military school. You should have completed your high school (12th grade) though.

Is Iran going to bomb America?

The main factor to be considered is if Iran starts to trade in a different currency and also how threatening their presence becomes to Israel..

If they are going to attack, I think 2008 will definitely be the year. There are too many facts the current U.S administration needs to consider... At this time its all bluff and war games and political muscle being tensed.. Also if you compare Iran to Iraq.. there are huge differences as you can see in population and total Area. So attacking Iran is definitely not an easy option.. The current U.S administration is losing popularity twice as fast as any other Middle Eastern or communist country.. So gaining support will be extremely crucial in countering Iran's growing power in the region.. facts speak for themselves.

Iran total Area: 1,648,195, km²

Population: 70,472,846³ (2006 est.)

$610 billion (2006)

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Iraq total Area: 438,317 km² (2006 est.)

Population: 26,783,3834

GDP (2006) $89.8 Billion

Where does India stand globally in terms of military power?

In terms of military technology: United States > Russia > People's Republic of China

Notes:

1) Israel, Japan, and South Korea largely purchase or receive aircraft technology from the United States.

2) United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Italy, Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Turkey, and Republic of China (Taiwan), largely purchase military aircrafts from the United States.

2) France largely ceased military aircraft research and expansion.

3) India largely purchases military aircrafts and less sophisticated aircraft technology from Russia.

4) Technology is measured by stealth fighter and bomber capability.

What was important about the Maginot Line?

That was a series of linked fortifications built by the French along their border with Germany after the First World War to defend against another German attack. But they did not take it all the way to the sea. They decided that sense Belgium and Holland were neutral, the Germans would not invade them in order to get to France, even though the Germans had done precisely that in the first war. Naturally, that was precisely what the Germans did in the second war as well.Michael Montagne