C Boyle
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In this section of the website you can find out more about specialist military terms.
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y ZMC
Military Cross (bravery award).
Militia
Home defence force in which the soldiers were selected by ballot.
Militiamen
Part-time soldiers called up in war to defend UK only.
MM
Military Medal (bravery award).
MSM
Meritorious Service Medal.
Musket
Infantry soldier's smooth-barrelled firearm. Later replaced by the rifle.
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