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The ABCs of speaking 'military-ese'

Come to Iraq, and it's handy to know a second language.

Arabic? Oh no, dear readers. The language of "Acronym." As in:

"There's been a SitRep of SIGACT near the LZ. You may need CAS or an ASR. Go with the IA or a PSD because the AIF are everywhere. Check with the LMCC first, and don't use LECs. Don't forget your LRCT and PMR, and touch base with RSO when you get there."
It's a running joke here at the office about the way the military talks. Check out this article for a fun like at "military-ese".
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yash wrote:

nasa i am boy my name is indan man of yash jagtap
08/27/06 02:15:07

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