Charlie…? - Page 2

GSDane · 03-17-2013, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by grumpyoldbstrd

It’s from the etymology nomenclature from the avarian school of thought. Because so many birds were called “Yellow Bellied Sap Suckers”, it was decided by the “Birdos” that an appropriate Latin name should be given to the last bird in a flock (or gaggle, or parliament or murder). The name originally given was Charlieus Incredibilius Extremeius – named by Lady Dorthe (always lagging behind) Kroghinberger– a noted Danish “Birdo” in the 18^th century who was infamous for always being the last person to arrive. This was ultimately shortened to Charlie. Hence the last person (or thing) to arrive is now called Charlie.

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Originally Posted by GSDane

Thanks for the explanations... much appreciated.
GSDane

Well, well, well... GOP, thank you again for a very detailed explanation on a very interesting subject.
Isn't it just amazing how much stuff old people know...

D.

grumpyoldbstrd · 03-17-2013, 11:36 PM

Hey Grandkid,
Hope you have (or have had) a good flight back to DK & catch up on some sleep on the way home.
Next time you're having coffee with that Tassie chick, say "G'day" for me.
See you next year???
Yours in oldness & grumpiness,
GOB

gsd4me · 03-18-2013, 03:33 AM

Of course, there was also "Victor Charlie", but that's another story.

Sleepy John · 03-18-2013, 04:26 AM

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Originally Posted by itsgunnahurt

Back-door Bazza?

Hmmm.

No. Don't do it Sleepy. You'll get yourself in trouble.

KIZ · 03-19-2013, 02:37 AM

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Originally Posted by gsd4me

Of course, there was also "Victor Charlie", but that's another story.

sounds like radio talk to me. And what is Grumys story for a six, ie rear.

gsd4me · 03-19-2013, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by KIZ

sounds like radio talk to me. And what is Grumys story for a six, ie rear.

Vietnam veterans` would know that Victor Charlie means, They were over there fighting him (them).

jacksonracingcomau · 03-19-2013, 02:53 AM

Charlie Uniform November Tango

sometimes just Charlie

gsd4me · 03-19-2013, 02:59 AM

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Originally Posted by jacksonracingcomau

Charlie Uniform November Tango

sometimes just Charlie

Victor Charlie, or just shortened to Charlie = Viet Cong or VC.

Have a listen to the lyric at around 3:46. "I learnt a thing from charlie don't you know".

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvaEJzoaYZk

KIZ · 03-19-2013, 03:19 AM

alfa bravo echo charlie delta foxtrot -------victor wisky xray zoolu

AlSheehan · 03-19-2013, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by GelandeRoadie

I can't wait to hear what the "chic" version will be!! Just don't upset the boys

Tail End Charlene?

03-17-2013, 11:36 PM	#17
grumpyoldbstrd Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia Oddometer: 148	Hey Grandkid, Hope you have (or have had) a good flight back to DK & catch up on some sleep on the way home. Next time you're having coffee with that Tassie chick, say "G'day" for me. See you next year??? Yours in oldness & grumpiness, GOB __________________ Old age and treachery will always beat youth and enthusiasm, however, there has been an alarming increase in the things I know absolutely nothing about.

03-18-2013, 03:33 AM	#18
gsd4me unconditional love Joined: Dec 2005 Location: Brisbane, Australia Oddometer: 5,577	Of course, there was also "Victor Charlie", but that's another story. __________________ David Hunn: R100GS Ray Peake special. http://www.advrider.com/forums/showt...uild+australia

03-19-2013, 03:19 AM	#24
KIZ Marty Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Gawler SA Oddometer: 178	charlie alfa bravo echo charlie delta foxtrot -------victor wisky xray zoolu

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jacksonracingcomau Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2009 Oddometer: 447	Charlie Uniform November Tango sometimes just Charlie