40 Military Expressions That The General Public Has No Idea What They Mean

Published on 09/05/2022
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Dash-Ten

This mysterious word, contrary to appearances, has nothing to do with quick movement over a short distance. Apparently, all US Army equipment manuals have a number: reasonable enough. However, because all of the identifiers end in a dash-ten, a dash-ten is an instructional handbook. Always read the handbook before using anything. Especially when it comes to lethal weapons.

Dash Ten

Dash Ten

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Sham Shield

This derogatory moniker is given to soldiers who are deployed as specialists. These individuals are identified by a shield-shaped emblem. The derogatory term is said to derive from the fact that specialists are frequently excused from laborious tasks. Nobody likes a shirker! Although we’re not convinced that the scorn is totally justified in this case.

Sham Shield

Sham Shield

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