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This is a list of established military terms which have been in use for at least 50 years. Since technology and doctrine have changed over time, not all of them are in current use, or they may have been superseded by more modern terms. However, they are still in current use in articles about previous military periods.
CAR – Short for Combat Action Ribbon; Captain's Mast – Office Hours afloat. The term "Captain's Mast" is almost universally negative, implying non-judicial punishment. The modern Navy and Marine Corps use the term "Meritorious Mast" to announce any ceremony involving the meritorious award of a higher rank or of a particular recognition or ...
A A&TWF – Acquisition and technology work force a – Army AA – Assembly area AA – Anti-aircraft AA – Aegis ashore AAA – Anti-aircraft artillery "Triple A" AAAV – Advanced Amphibious Assault Vehicle AAC – Army Air Corps AAD – Armored amphibious dozer AADC – Area air defense commander AAE – Army acquisition executive AAG – Anti-aircraft gun AAK – Appliqué armor kit (US ...
Scuttling may be performed to dispose of an abandoned, old, or captured vessel; to prevent the vessel from becoming a navigation hazard; as an act of self-destruction to prevent the ship from being captured by an enemy force; as a blockship to restrict navigation through a channel or within a harbor; to provide an artificial reef for divers and ...
US Millitary-issued A-ration. Military terminology refers to the terms and language of military organizations, personnel, and military doctrine.Much like other forms of corporate jargon, military terminology is distinguishable from colloquial language by its use of new or repurposed words and phrases typically only understandable by current and former members of the military or associated ...
Military slang is a colloquial language used by and associated with members of various military forces. This page lists slang words or phrases that originate with military forces, are used exclusively by military personnel or are strongly associated with military organizations.
An aircraft identified as enemy, in accordance with theater ID criteria. The term does not necessarily imply direction or authority to engage. Banzai Information/directive to execute launch and decide tactics. Base (number) Reference number used to indicate such information as headings, altitude, and fuels. Bassett Rocket-thrown ASW torpedo ...
Accepted for short term partial replacements until development of the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle is complete (see also: Medium Mine Protected Vehicle) MRAP-MRUV (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected - Mine Resistant Utility Vehicle) BAE Caiman [10] [11] [12] BAE OMC RG-31 Nyala [13] BAE RG-33 4×4 [14] Force Protection Cougar H 4×4 [15] [16]