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172 U.S. Military quizzes and 2,408 U.S. Military trivia questions.
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1.
  Tales of The Purple Heart   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Almost two million Purple Hearts have been awarded, approximately 430,000 posthumously, since the inception of the military decoration in modern times. Let's see what you know about this prestigious honor.
Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Nov 22 23
Average
ponycargirl editor
Nov 22 23
128 plays
2.
The Soldiers Go Marching One By One
  The Soldiers Go Marching One By One   popular trivia quiz  
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
Left, Right, Left, Right, Halt!! All right, maggot, this quiz will test your knowledge on various military schools across the United States. Now, drop and give me ten ... answers that is!
Easier, 10 Qns, RedHook13, Mar 27 19
Easier
RedHook13 gold member
Mar 27 19
457 plays
3.
  General George S. Patton   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Love or despise Patton, there's no question he was one of the great characters of WWII. This quiz explores the remarkable life of the ultimate fighting general.
Average, 10 Qns, bertho, Dec 01 17
Average
bertho
Dec 01 17
5680 plays
4.
Ratings of the US Coast Guard  Navy
  Ratings of the U.S. Coast Guard & Navy    
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
Enlisted specialty ("rating") marks used or previously used in the U.S. Coast Guard & Navy.
Average, 10 Qns, wjames, Jul 13 22
Average
wjames gold member
Jul 13 22
466 plays
5.
  Old Soldiers Always Die   top quiz  
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Old soldiers are said to "fade away", but someone is always the last survivor. Use your history/math skills to pick the death year for these warriors or their kin. A hint is included at the bottom of each question - if you need it! WARNING-US ORIENTED!
Easier, 10 Qns, goatlockerjoe, Mar 29 19
Easier
goatlockerjoe
Mar 29 19
543 plays
6.
  The U.S. Merchant Marine   best quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Ten true-or-false questions on this under-appreciated force that was instrumental in fighting World War II. The answers may surprise you.
Average, 10 Qns, stuthehistoryguy, Apr 30 18
Average
stuthehistoryguy gold member
Apr 30 18
835 plays
7.
  The Wide World of U.S. Military Bases    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
There are over 750 U.S. military bases located in the U.S. and 80 foreign countries. That is more than three times the total of all other countries combined. In this quiz I'll give you the name of the base and you tell me where it's located.
Average, 10 Qns, ncterp, May 28 23
Average
ncterp gold member
May 28 23
121 plays
8.
  Military Acronyms   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
The U.S. military has hundreds of acronyms. See if you know what a few of them stand for.
Average, 15 Qns, Panzera74, Jul 17 16
Average
Panzera74
5396 plays
9.
  "Valor"- The US Medal of Honor   best quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A tribute to the United States' highest military honor, and to those few who rose "above and beyond the call of duty". Thanks for playing, and please rate if you have the time.
Average, 10 Qns, doorsfan58, Oct 12 08
Average
doorsfan58
924 plays
10.
  10 Questions: U.S. Military Lingo Multiple Choice Quiz   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A brief look at Vietnam-era military terminology.
Average, 10 Qns, husker1980, Apr 28 21
Average
husker1980
Apr 28 21
5160 plays
trivia question Quick Question
How many US servicemen lost their lives in Vietnam?

From Quiz "U.S. Military Lingo"




11.
  Douglas MacArthur - American Caesar Part 1   best quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Love him or hate him Douglas MacArthur made his mark on the world stage with a presence that few could ignore. This quiz takes up his story from its lowest ebb, and is loosely based on William Manchester's biography 'American Caesar.'
Tough, 10 Qns, mstanaway, Aug 26 08
Tough
mstanaway
891 plays
12.
  American War Heroes   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Questions concerning some of the most influential military leaders in U.S. History.
Easier, 10 Qns, tcollens, Jul 01 14
Easier
tcollens
6065 plays
13.
  Special Forces Things   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
All questions are focused on SF initials, founders of SF, and abbreviations.
Average, 10 Qns, xman16, May 18 10
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xman16
4982 plays
14.
  Military Acronyms and Abbreviations    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Here is a quiz on basic military acronyms and abbreviations.
Average, 10 Qns, unblest, Aug 05 23
Average
unblest
Aug 05 23
4199 plays
15.
  The Military for Dummies   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A few things everyone should know about the United States military.
Easier, 10 Qns, pscottsa, May 07 19
Easier
pscottsa gold member
May 07 19
940 plays
16.
  Douglas MacArthur - American Caesar Part 2   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This quiz takes the story through his greatest years when he re-made a nation and challenged authority in a test of wills that determined the course of events in the mid 20th Century. This quiz is loosely based on William Manchester's biography.
Average, 15 Qns, mstanaway, Aug 26 08
Average
mstanaway
739 plays
17.
  Right Polite Military Acronyms   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Acronyms - U.S. military jargon is teeming with them. Here are a few examples for you to sample -can you identify the right polite versions of them all?
Easier, 10 Qns, Pegbshack, Sep 27 18
Easier
Pegbshack
Sep 27 18
871 plays
18.
  US Military Decorations   best quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces may be honored with a number of different decorations and medals. This quiz focuses on ten such awards.
Very Difficult, 10 Qns, cag1970, Dec 15 10
Very Difficult
cag1970
1828 plays
19.
  Douglas MacArthur - The Early Years   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Before Douglas MacArthur became a world figure he had a distinguished career which was to prepare him for the important role he was to play in the affairs of Pacific nations in the middle of the 20th Century.
Average, 10 Qns, mstanaway, Aug 07 20
Average
mstanaway
Aug 07 20
416 plays
20.
  U.S. Armed Forces    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz will test your knowledge of U.S. military history.
Average, 10 Qns, jfl8066, Sep 04 11
Average
jfl8066
2309 plays
21.
  U.S. Military Acronyms & Abbreviations   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I'll give you an acronym or abbreviation used in the U.S. Armed Forces and you decode it.
Average, 10 Qns, wjames, Apr 11 19
Average
wjames gold member
Apr 11 19
798 plays
22.
  Buffalo Soldiers - A Proud Tradition   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Buffalo Soldier was a name given to African-American soldiers by the Native American tribes they fought against. It is a term of honor in the American military.
Average, 10 Qns, tazman6619, Feb 19 10
Average
tazman6619 gold member
652 plays
23.
  Music of the US Armed Forces    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
What can be more stirring than watching a parade, and hearing the music of the bands? Many of those pieces played are actually compositions tied to specific military organizations. Do you know them?
Average, 10 Qns, babsr, Nov 27 15
Average
babsr gold member
411 plays
24.
  Uncommon Valor: US Medal of Honor Winners   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The Medal of Honor is the United States' highest military award for valor in combat. This quiz is about the decoration and the heroes who have earned it.
Average, 10 Qns, daver852, Sep 29 15
Average
daver852 gold member
292 plays
25.
  The Soldier Who Was in the Unknown Tomb   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The Vietnam War Unknown Soldier was placed in the tomb in Arlington National Cemetary on May 28, 1984. Take this quiz to find out the outcome of this now known, American hero!
Tough, 10 Qns, lilady, May 31 12
Tough
lilady
716 plays
26.
  Tough Military Quiz (U.S.)    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
See how well you know how the US military history.
Average, 10 Qns, jerseyman, Apr 25 23
Average
jerseyman
Apr 25 23
1484 plays
27.
  US Military    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a quiz about the structure of the United States Military. Enjoy.
Difficult, 10 Qns, jwhayes-1, Jan 29 09
Difficult
jwhayes-1
1988 plays
28.
  Military Aircraft General    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a General Quiz about Military Aircraft.
Average, 10 Qns, typhoomerang, Sep 14 15
Average
typhoomerang
362 plays
29.
  Know Your National Guard   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz tests your knowledge of the National Guard of the United States.
Tough, 10 Qns, A-10, Dec 03 09
Tough
A-10
427 plays
30.
  Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The Congressional Medal of Honor, or just "Medal of Honor", is the highest medal given for valor by the United States. See how much you know about these Medal of Honor recipients.
Tough, 10 Qns, A-10, Feb 19 10
Tough
A-10
438 plays
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  Nicknames of US Army Combat Units    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This quiz is about the nicknames of some of the best units the US Army ever had.
Average, 15 Qns, shermanfanatic, Dec 26 20
Average
shermanfanatic
Dec 26 20
1871 plays
32.
  Tomb of the Unknown Soldier [U.S.]    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is quiz is to honor the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and those who guard it. Some questions may be hard but the answers are interesting. Thanks.
Difficult, 10 Qns, colmosby, Oct 30 17
Difficult
colmosby
Oct 30 17
927 plays
33.
  Modern U.S. Armor Tactics    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Are you a true George Patton? This is a 15- question quiz on modern tactics in the US Armor Force.
Difficult, 15 Qns, m1a2lt, Jul 26 10
Difficult
m1a2lt
1025 plays
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  The Dangers of Airborne Reconnaissance    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Over the years, numerous military reconnaissance aircraft have been lost to accidents and hostile action. How much do you know about these dangerous missions? USAF = United States Air Force. USN = United States Navy. Please remember to rate this quiz
Difficult, 10 Qns, cryppie, Mar 22 21
Difficult
cryppie
Mar 22 21
439 plays
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  American Generals    
Multiple Choice
 25 Qns
What do you know some trivia about the big brass? Each question deals with individuals who obtained the rank of general in the American Armed Forces.
Difficult, 25 Qns, mf1849, Sep 16 22
Difficult
mf1849
Sep 16 22
1831 plays
36.
  General Stars    
Multiple Choice
 5 Qns
This quiz is to separate fact from fiction and myth from historical reality. Rank, grade, title, position, and office are not necessarily synonomous terms in the military.
Average, 5 Qns, KIRKEPOO, Mar 27 07
Average
KIRKEPOO
1968 plays
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  10 Question U.S. Military Lingo Quiz    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The language of the United States military is a language all its own. If you're familiar with it then you'll ace this quiz.
Tough, 10 Qns, nmerr, Jul 11 13
Tough
nmerr gold member
681 plays
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  America's Other Two Uniformed Services    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Few people know that the United States has two additional uniformed services beyond the five Armed Forces. Learn about the men and women in uniform in these services quietly going about their important business.
Difficult, 10 Qns, flip1701, Nov 30 07
Difficult
flip1701
555 plays
39.
  10 Degrees of General George S. Patton, Jr.   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The Kevin Bacon game meets "Old Blood and Guts."
Very Difficult, 10 Qns, ctownron, Mar 27 07
Very Difficult
ctownron
994 plays
40.
  Insignia of U.S. Army Combat Units    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about the insignia of some of the U.S. Army Divisions during World War II.
Tough, 10 Qns, shermanfanatic, Aug 08 07
Tough
shermanfanatic
969 plays
41.
  The U.S. Chemical Corps    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The United States Army Chemical Corps provides commanders with trained Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear specialists who advise them on CBRN defense and employment of smoke. Take a shot and see if you can be a "Dragon Soldier?"
Tough, 10 Qns, top754, Aug 20 19
Tough
top754
Aug 20 19
441 plays
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  Military Trucks    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz covers the trucks, past and present, of the U.S. and other armed forces. This is for anyone interested in military style vehicles. All my quizzes are as diverse as possible so everybody learns something.
Tough, 10 Qns, bsc06090, Apr 15 20
Tough
bsc06090
Apr 15 20
799 plays
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  United States Airborne Operations and their Units    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This quiz covers U.S. Airborne Operations from their beginnings in World War II all the way through to operations in Afghanistan and then Iraq. Good luck and Airborne All The Way!
Difficult, 15 Qns, PaysonAZ2011, Mar 06 19
Difficult
PaysonAZ2011
Mar 06 19
356 plays
44.
  The American Embassy Siege, Tehran    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a quiz that reflects that tragedy of the American Embassy Siege, Tehran.
Tough, 10 Qns, YoungSmart, May 10 10
Tough
YoungSmart
513 plays
45.
  U. S. Army Rangers #1    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Here is a little test of the history of the U.S. Rangers. If you know your Ranger history, this should be pretty easy.
Difficult, 10 Qns, bnakai, Apr 22 21
Difficult
bnakai
Apr 22 21
926 plays
46.
  U.S. Army Rangers #2    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Here is a little more Ranger history. These questions relate more to Rangers of the past (no later than mid 1970s). I hope you like it.
Very Difficult, 10 Qns, bnakai, Jan 28 16
Very Difficult
bnakai
642 plays
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  Basic of US Military Organization    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz covers the basics of the organization of the United States military, concentrating on the Army.
Tough, 10 Qns, Catman072, Jan 29 09
Tough
Catman072
1428 plays
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  All Branches of the U.S. Military    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
How much do you really know about the U.S. military? Find out now!
Tough, 10 Qns, TheConqueror, Apr 23 13
Tough
TheConqueror
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U.S. Military Trivia Questions

1. In 1908, the U.S. Army marched to "The Caissons Go Rolling Along". What is a caisson?

From Quiz
Music of the US Armed Forces

Answer: A two-wheeled cart for transporting ammunition

In 1956, the Army changed the wording to "The Army Goes Rolling Along", and it is now their official song. Caissons are still used in state and military funerals. The coffin of assassinated President John F. Kennedy was carried by caisson to the Capitol Building to lie in state. Following the state funeral, his coffin was conveyed to the caisson soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery, and taken to his burial site.

2. During which conflict was the US Medal of Honor first awarded?

From Quiz Uncommon Valor: US Medal of Honor Winners

Answer: The US Civil War

The Medal of Honor was first proposed in 1861 by Senator James Grimes of Iowa, as an incentive for enlisted men in the U.S. Navy. George Washington had instituted the first medal for those serving in the armed forces during the Revolutionary War, called the Badge of Military Merit. It had fallen out of use by the time of the Civil War, and there were no official decorations to recognize acts of heroism. Although first only authorized for Navy personnel, authority was soon extended to allow Army troops to receive the award. On March 3, 1863, Army officers became eligible (Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard officers were not allowed to receive the medal until 1915).

3. Why did the USAF stop producing the F-22 Raptor?

From Quiz Military Aircraft General

Answer: The cost of the aircraft was 150 million dollars per fighter

Despite being ahead of its time, the F-22 Raptor was cancelled after 187 aircraft had been built. The F-35 Lightning will be made instead.

4. What federal building is headquarters for the U.S. Armed Forces?

From Quiz The Military for Dummies

Answer: Pentagon

The massive Pentagon building is actually in Virginia, across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. It houses the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the commanding generals for each service.

5. The first major use of U.S. airborne troops occurred during which 1942 operation?

From Quiz United States Airborne Operations and their Units

Answer: Torch

The 2nd Battalion, 509th Parachute Infantry Regiment, initially planned to only drop into Oran in Nigeria, North Africa, to capture two airfields, but strong winds pushed the drop aircraft off course causing them to be widely scattered. Eventually enough troops were gathered to take the objective, but behind schedule. A second drop was quickly planned for a week later when they hurriedly repacked their own parachutes and jumped into Youk-les-Bains near the Tunisian border. Thankfully they were welcomed by the French Nigerian 3rd Regiment of Zouaves that occupied the airfield, rather than fired upon.

6. What does the acronym "FAE" (a type of bomb) stand for?

From Quiz U.S. Military Acronyms & Abbreviations

Answer: Fuel-Air Explosive

A Fuel-Air Explosive bomb disperses fuel as a vapor into the atmosphere and then ignites it, using the ambient oxygen to greatly enhance the shock wave of the blast. FAE weapons are particularly effective in enclosed areas, such as bunkers or buildings.

7. A shoe clerk might be someone who sells shoes in a department store. To someone serving in the U.S. Air Force, its meaning is entirely different. What does it mean?

From Quiz U.S. Military Lingo

Answer: Desk job

The U.S.A.F. refers to a military bureaucrat in this way. It's meant to be used in a pejorative sense, as in a desk jockey who doesn't ever see combat but is convinced that shuffling papers is what keeps the Air Force going.

8. The first Medals of Honor were given during the Civil War for actions involving the "Great Locomotive Chase." All Union soldiers involved in the chase received the Medal of Honor, except the leader. What was his name?

From Quiz Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients

Answer: James Andrews

James Andrews did not receive the Medal of Honor because he was a civilian. He was caught and sentenced to hang. He escaped from prison, was recaught, and hanged.

9. The Army National Guard of the United States is one of the oldest military organizations in the world. When was the Army National Guard founded?

From Quiz Know Your National Guard

Answer: Dec 13, 1636

Founded in 1636, the Army National Guard is 139 years older than the U.S. Army. The first National Guard units were organized in the Massachusetts colony.

10. The oldest current U.S. military decoration, the Purple Heart, was established in 1789 under what name?

From Quiz US Military Decorations

Answer: Badge of Military Merit

General George Washington originally established the Badge of Military Merit to honor their faithful service during the Revolutionary War. At least six men received the badge, and two of those examples still exist. The badge fell out of use in subsequent conflicts, but was never made obsolete. The modern Purple Heart replaced it in 1932. Unlike many other decorations, the Purple Heart does not require someone to write a recommendation in order for it to be conferred upon an individual.

11. When was Douglas MacArthur born?

From Quiz Douglas MacArthur - The Early Years

Answer: 1880

Douglas was born in 1880 at an Army frontier post, the third son of General Arthur Mac Arthur II and Mary 'Pinky' MacArthur. His early boyhood was spent on a series of Army posts on the American frontier and exposed him to Army life from his earliest years. His grandfather was a distinguished judge and his father had a brilliant military career.

12. On what date was the United States Marine Corps officially formed?

From Quiz Tough Military Quiz (U.S.)

Answer: November 10, 1775

Formed in Philadelphia at Tun Tavern, the Marine Corps was originally under the supervision of the Commander of the Navy. Although the U.S. Marines now have their own identity in the military service, they are still in part with the navy. Every year on Nov. 10, the Marines have a social ball to celebrate their birthday where all enlisted men and officers get dressed up in the dress blues and attend the function.

13. Following the surrender of Japan, President Truman appointed MacArthur SCAP, in effect the viceroy of Japan. What does SCAP stand for?

From Quiz Douglas MacArthur - American Caesar Part 2

Answer: Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers

Douglas MacArthur was one of the few people in history to be given the power to re-make a nation in his own image when he was appointed SCAP. The position and the person soon became one and the ultimate authority in Japan for the next six years rested with SCAP. He was determined to discredit the military so they would never again be a threat to world peace.

14. Over the South China Sea on April 1, 2001, a People's Republic of China F-8II collided with a USN EP-3E reconnaissance aircraft assigned to VQ-1. How many people were killed in this accident?

From Quiz The Dangers of Airborne Reconnaissance

Answer: 1

The EP-3E landed safely at Lingshui airfield on Hainan Island, and there were no US casualties. The pilot of the F-8II, which was based at Lingshui, was killed in the accident and his aircraft was lost at sea. The EP-3E crew was held by the PRC for 11 days during tense negotiations, but was released on April 12, 2001.

15. George S. Patton, Jr. had a great uncle named Waller T. Patton who died for the Confederacy at which Civil War battle?

From Quiz 10 Degrees of General George S. Patton, Jr.

Answer: Gettysburg

Waller Patton was a Colonel in the 7th Virginia Infantry and died of mortal wounds during "Pickett's Charge" during the Battle of Gettysburg.

16. What type of fuel powers the US Navy Mk 48 torpedo?

From Quiz All Branches of the U.S. Military

Answer: Otto fuel

Otto fuel is a monopropellant, meaning it already contains oxygen required for combustion.

17. What is a "deuce-an'-half"?

From Quiz U.S. Military Lingo

Answer: A transport truck with a 2.5 ton capacity.

The "deuce-an'-half" was the workhorse of the logistics division.

18. Where is the US Tomb of the Unknown Soldier located?

From Quiz Tomb of the Unknown Soldier [U.S.]

Answer: Arlington National Cemetery

Arlington National Cemetery is located in Virginia on a hill overlooking Washington D.C. and is the final resting place of many thousands of military and other notable people. These include actor and decorated soldier Audie Murphy, US Presidents John F. Kennedy and William Howard Taft, sportsmen Abner Doubleday and Joe Louis, and explorers Admiral Richard Byrd and Robert E. Peary.

19. Which unit has an insignia with alternating diagonal blue and white stripes?

From Quiz Insignia of U.S. Army Combat Units

Answer: 3rd Infantry Division

The 3rd (Marne) Division was one of the first US units that fought in the European theater. It landed in Morocco during Operation Torch and served with distinction in the Sicilian and Italian campaigns. It was one of the divisions which captured Nuremberg.

20. What does CONEX stand for?

From Quiz Military Acronyms

Answer: Container Express

CONEX's are used mainly to store military items and for loading military equipment for shipment overseas or stateside for deployments.

21. The United States Army has Four Corps. These Corps are:

From Quiz US Military

Answer: 1st Corps, 3rd Corps, 5th Corps, 18th Airborne Corps

1st Corps is focused on the Pacific Theater. 3rd Corps is the Heavy Corps that provides the Army's offensive punch. 5th Corps is the Army's forward deployed Corps. 18th Airbone Corps is the contigency Corps.

22. What does M.R.E. stand for?

From Quiz Military Acronyms and Abbreviations

Answer: Meals Ready to Eat

Although it is a good description of many of the choices for MREs, Meals Rarely Eaten is not the correct choice.

23. What was the nickname of the 2nd Armored Division?

From Quiz Nicknames of US Army Combat Units

Answer: Hell on Wheels

In the Battle of the Bulge, the 2nd Armored defeated the 2nd Panzer division at Celles.

24. On the 4th of November, 1979, armed gunmen stormed the American Embassy in Tehran, Iran. How many Americans did they initally take hostage?

From Quiz The American Embassy Siege, Tehran

Answer: 66

13 were released within two weeks and one eight months later.

25. What two types of chemical agents are there?

From Quiz The U.S. Chemical Corps

Answer: persistent and non-persistent

Chemical agents are categorised into two types of agents: persistent and non-persistent. The persistence of a chemical agent relates to how long the agent remains a hazard. Non-persistent agents can dissipate in as soon as one hour and persistent agents can remain a hazard for as long as two weeks.

26. Who is the author of the Ranger Creed?

From Quiz U.S. Army Rangers #2

Answer: Neal Gentry

CSM Gentry was hand picked to be the first Command Sergeant Major for the 1st Ranger Battalion when it was reactivated in 1974. CSM Gentry also developed the Coat of Arms and Distinguished Unit Insignia for the Ranger Regiment.

27. What famous Army Ranger was the character Benjamin Martin (The Patriot) modeled after?

From Quiz U. S. Army Rangers #1

Answer: Francis Marion

Francis Marion would often attack at night and then flee to the swamps. Because of this, Colonel Banastre Tarleton gave him the name the "Swamp Fox."

28. Who was the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in 2002?

From Quiz Basic of US Military Organization

Answer: Richard Myers

General Myers ascended to this position on October 1, 2001, after serving as Vice Chairman for 19 months.

29. George Patton was quoting Iliad and Odyssey at age 7. His military destiny was forged from a very young age. Which military college did he graduate from in 1909?

From Quiz General George S. Patton

Answer: West Point

Patton didn't start his school education until the age of 12. He graduated from West Point in 1909, ranked 46th from a class of 103.

30. What is the name of the movement technique used by an armor formation where the chance of enemy contact is high and terrain is restricted?

From Quiz Modern U.S. Armor Tactics

Answer: Bounding Overwatch

Bounding Overwatch is one of the three movement techniques used when an armor formation is moving from point A to point B. The technique is done by splitting the unit into two or more separate elements. One element will overwatch the other elements' movement. When the moving element stops, the overwatch elements start their movement. This enables part of the unit to be hidden and be ready to fire if the moving element is engaged.

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