Military phrases that you would rather not hear
Of course the Claymore is pointing away from us...er..which way are WE pointing ?
The RAF will be providing the close air support
Move to Grid 12345678 where the helicopters will pick you up at 0300
Good effort lads, outstanding entry drills, but it's the wrong house
Soldier, I'm the Platoon Commander, I should have the map
You are cordially invited to the 3 Para Mortar Platoon Rohypnol Party
Pick up the log
It's character building
It's your turn to blow the blind grenade
OK, integrity question, did you do it?
Follow me, it's a short cut
Your new Troop Sgt has just done P company
You feature rather a lot in the Christmas duty list
We're all out of them, fill out all these forms and we will indent for them
The RSM wants your feet in his in tray NOW
Tony needs something to whip up voter support and he's decided on another war
Right, lads, this one's a silent breach
Right-ho chaps, I know where we are, follow me!
Can you just have a quick look at my 432?
Don't worry lads. I was in the RAF you know
You'll like Osnabruck its a great posting
Tony has decided to send troops to the Lebanon on peace keeping duties...
...using UN rules of engagement...with only 2 rounds each!
Right clicked from the ARRSE
Comments
I am curious about the reference to Osnabruck. I was in the Army (American) stationed in northern Germany in the mid 60's and have been to Osnabruck quite a few times. Is Osnabruck an undesireable posting?
Posted by: Arch | September 7, 2006 4:21 PM
Osnabruck was lovingly known as "Osnatraz" because once you got posted there it was nigh-on impossible to leave.
Posted by: nbc | September 7, 2006 5:23 PM
Plus there was little to do other than drink. No decent shops, not much in the way of places to take the kids. Hence when my unit were there we all brought cars and left the place every weekend and headed for Hamburg. Munster and Minden!
Posted by: dave t | September 7, 2006 5:37 PM
NBC - I thought you would like the 'blind grenade' one ... what with you & bombs n all that sort of stuff
Posted by: Mr Free Market | September 7, 2006 6:21 PM
I did, but I was always happy to let you Stage 5 qualified boys handle those. Pyrotechnic fuses are best avoided in my experience...
Posted by: nbc | September 8, 2006 1:26 PM
Here is one from the American Army, "Let me show you boy's something I learned at the Point." Gives me chills just typing that.
Posted by: Greg | September 8, 2006 8:27 PM
Incoming!
Posted by: fdcol63 | September 8, 2006 9:09 PM
Gas! Gas! Gas!
Posted by: fdcol63 | September 8, 2006 9:10 PM
Front lean and rest ... MOVE!
Posted by: fdcol63 | September 8, 2006 9:11 PM
What happens if I press .....
Posted by: Murray | September 9, 2006 4:46 AM
"Wanna see something *really* neat?"
Alternatively--
"Hang on to yer socks--they didn't teach ya *this* in Flight School..."
Posted by: cw4(ret)billt | September 9, 2006 7:01 AM
"FULL BATTLE ORDER, 2 MINUTES, OUTSIDE" heard at around 05:00
Posted by: sapper | September 10, 2006 4:43 PM
Right, who can ride a motorbike? (Used to get volunteers)
Does anyone want to swap a Wednesday duty for a Sunday?
Who is authorising this spectacle, sir? (Asked about 5 minutes before a particularly stupid flying event occurs)
Posted by: CB | September 11, 2006 7:34 AM
Bloody cheek. Having served with Her Majesty's Forces (still the best in the World), the one thing a British Soldier doesn't want to hear is:
"Don't worry lads, you'll be supported by Amercian Airforce 'friendly fire'".
Posted by: ISLAND GAFFER | November 8, 2006 3:18 PM
"Hey, watch this!" This is usually spoken in a southern drawl. Or by bored sailors. God help you if its bored sailors from the American South. (Yes, South is always capitalized.....)
Posted by: cargosquid | December 31, 2007 12:01 PM