Researchers knew that turkeys had been a part of Native American life long before the first Thanksgiving in 1621. Their feathers were used on arrows, in headdresses and clothing. The meat was used for food. Their bones were used for tools including scratchers used in ritual ceremonies. What were turkey […]
A group of squirrels are called a scurry. Squirrels are quite territorial and will fight to the death in order to defend their living area. Some squirrels are crepuscular. This means they are only active at dawn and dusk. What do you call a pack of squirrel? A group of […]
A feather from a turkey symbolizes abundance, pride and fertility. What does a turkey symbolize spiritually? Turkey Symbolism and Meaning Because of its role in Thanksgiving, the turkey is also associated with generosity, gratitude, family, and friendship. Like the holidays themselves, the turkey brings people together to share in the […]
According to some weak sources, group of turkeys are called a rafter of turkeys because of their habit of perching on construction rafters to roost or seek shelter from predators during the early days of European occupation of North America. What do you call a group of turkeys? rafterA group […]
During the first 4 weeks of life, baby turkeys, called poults, are unable to fly and rely on their mother for protection. What is the proper name for a baby turkey? It’s easy to call a baby turkey by the same name as a baby chicken. But a baby turkey […]
gaggle. A group of geese is called a gaggle. This is because when geese get together they can get quite noisy and rowdy. They’re only referred to as a gaggle when they’re on land. When they’re flying in formation they can be referred to as a skein. What is a […]
If I’m in Army ROTC, do I still have to attend Basic Combat Training? No, you’ll receive this training as part of your ROTC coursework, so you do not have to attend Basic Combat Training as well. However, after graduation, you will be required to attend the Basic Officer Leadership […]
Ducks: raft, team, paddling, badling. What is the term for a group of ducks? For example, a group of ducks can be referred to as either a raft or paddling on the water. On the ground, a group of ducks can be called a waddling and a badelyng or badling […]
When cadets complete the ROTC course, upon graduation, they become commissioned officers in the U.S. Army. Are ROTC officers? The Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) is a college-to-military program that trains students to become commissioned officers while also earning their academic degrees. In exchange for employment as a commissioned officer […]
The story about Benjamin Franklin wanting the National Bird to be a turkey is just a myth. This false story began as a result of a letter Franklin wrote to his daughter criticizing the original eagle design for the Great Seal, saying that it looked more like a turkey. Why […]
RENDERING THE HAND SALUTE When on campus and in uniform, cadets will salute all cadet officers and cadre officers of all services. It is appropriate to accompany the salute with a word of greeting, for example, “Good morning, sir.” Is a cadet an officer? A cadet is an officer trainee […]
One of the most significant advantages to joining ROTC is that you will receive extensive training that will allow you to serve at an officer level upon graduation. This means you’ll have an enormous head start on a military career. What are disadvantages of ROTC? The disadvantages of the ROTC […]
In contrast, Franklin called the turkey “a much more respectable bird” and “a true original native of America.” While he considered the eagle “a rank coward,” Franklin believed the turkey to be “a bird of courage” that “would not hesitate to attack a grenadier of the British Guards who should […]
any wild form of the North American domesticated turkey. What does a wild turkey symbolize? Turkey Symbolism and Meaning Because of its role in Thanksgiving, the turkey is also associated with generosity, gratitude, family, and friendship. Like the holidays themselves, the turkey brings people together to share in the spirit […]
The Turkey is Sacred to the Eastern Woodlands People. Its Feathers are used in all Sacred Ceremonies. What does the turkey mean to Native Americans? Sacred to many Native American cultures, the turkey is so much more than a succulent meal. In fact, if one of our treasured founding fathers […]