“Cluster bombing from B-52s is very, very accurate. The bombs are
guaranteed to always hit the ground.” – U.S.A.F.Ammo Troop
“If the enemy is in range, so are you.” – Infantry Journal
“A slipping gear could let your M203 grenade launcher fire when you
least expect it. That would make you quite unpopular in what’s left of
your unit.” – Army’s magazine of preventive maintenance.
“It is generally inadvisable to eject directly over the area you just
bombed.” – U.S. Air Force Manual
“Try to look unimportant; they may be low on ammo.” – Infantry Journal
“Tracers work both ways.” – U.S. Army Ordnance
Five-second fuses only last three seconds.” – Infantry Journal
“Bravery is being the only one who knows you’re afraid.” – Col. David
Hackworth
“If your attack is going too well, you’re probably walking into an
ambush.” – Infantry Journal
“No combat-ready unit has ever passed inspection.” – Joe Gay
“Any ship can be a minesweeper … once.” – Anon
“Never tell the Platoon Sergeant you have nothing to do.” – Unknown
Army Recruit
“Don’t draw fire; it irritates the people around you.” – Your Buddies
(And lastly)
“If you see a bomb technician running, try to keep up with him.” —
U.S.A. Ammo Troop