General McKenzie was in charge of the Navy, and he was visiting his colleague General Marshall, who was in charge of the Army. McKenzie arrives at the military camp and is greeted by Marshall. They both walk around the place, and McKensie asks: «So how are your men?»
«Very well trained, Gral. McKenzie.»
«I hope so. You see, my men over at the Navy are so well trained, you could see they’re the bravest men all over the country.» «Well, my men are very brave, too.»
«I’d like to see that.»
So Marshall calls private Cooper and says: «Private Johnson! I want you to stop that tank coming here with your body!»
«Are you crazy? It’d kill me, you idiot! I’m out of here!» As private Johnson ran away, Marshall turned to a bewildered McKenzie and said:
«You see? You have to be pretty brave to talk like that to a general.»
Вымирающие виды животных и растений на английском.
Биография моцарта на английском языке.
Related topics:
- A marine general, an army general and a navy admiralA marine general, an army general and a navy admiral were discussing who had the toughest men. The army general says, «Alright, I’ll prove the army has the toughest men in the country. Private, get over here!» The private reports as ordered, «Yes sir?» The general says, «See that man over there? Kill him!» Without ... Читать далее...
- Перевод слова braveBrave — смелый, храбрый Перевод слова Be brave! — смелее! brave blade — храбрец as brave as a lion — храбрый как лев She said «no», and said it Brave and stark. Она сказала «нет», и сказала это смело и решительно. She gave us a Brave smile. Она одарила нас смелой улыбкой. Fortune favours the ... Читать далее...
- A dog for a wifeIt was a dark, stormy, night. The Marine was on his first assignment, and it was guard duty. A General stepped out taking his dog for a walk. The nervous young Private snapped to attention, made a perfect salute, and snapped out «Sir, Good Evening, Sir!» The General, out for some relaxation, returned the salute ... Читать далее...
- US Armed ForcesИз топика Вооруженные силы США вы узнаете о структуре американской армии, как государство обеспечивает своих военнослужащих, почему женщины стремятся наравне с мужчинами пройти военную службу и чем так привлекательна служба в армии для граждан США. The Armed Forces of the USA include the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. The regular components ... Читать далее...
- Значение идиомы put up a (brave[put up a front] {v. phr.} To act courageously, even though one is actually afraid. When Joe was taken in for hisopen heart surgery, he put up a brave front, although his hands wereshaking....
- Значение идиомы brave it out[brave it out] {v. phr.} To endure something difficult or dangerous through to the end; keep on through trouble or danger. It was a dangerous ocean crossing in wartime, but captain and crew braved it out....
- Fishing on the lakeA famous admiral and an equally famous general were fishing together when a sudden squall came up. When it died down both eminent warriors were struggling helplessly in the water. The admiral floundered his way back to the boat and pulled himself painfully in. Then he fished out the general, using an oar. Catching his ... Читать далее...
- There is a guy from ARMY driving from West Point to the MeadowlandsThere’s a guy from ARMY driving from West Point to the Meadowlands, a guy from the NAVY was driving from Annapolis to the Meadowlands, and an Air Force guy who’s driving from McGwire in South Jerz to the Meadowlands just to watch the Jets. In the middle of the night with no other cars on ... Читать далее...
- Tribute to the MarinesA tribute to the United States Marine Corps and the reasons why they are superior to the many organizations of the world. . . * United States Marine Corps Birthday: 10 NOVEMBER 1775 * 1) Best haircut. Hands down. You can’t have a bad hair day with a high and tight. And you spend less ... Читать далее...
- Перевод слова colleagueColleague — коллега Перевод слова My esteemed colleague — мой уважаемый коллега judicial colleague — судья-коллега meet a colleague from abroad — встречать коллегу из-за границы He asked his Colleagues for advice. Он обратился за советом к коллегам. We owe thanks to our estimable Colleague. Мы должны поблагодарить нашего уважаемого коллегу. This new Colleague invades ... Читать далее...
- Значение идиомы camp follower[camp follower] {n.} 1. A man or woman who goes with an army, not to fight but to sell something. Nowadays camp followers are not allowed as they were long ago. 2. A person who goes with a famous or powerful person or group in hope of profit. A man who runs for president has ... Читать далее...
- Перевод слова navyNavy — военно-морской флот Перевод слова The Royal Navy — военно-морской флот Великобритании navy in the air — морская авиация Navy Regulations — военно-морской устав The two boys opted for the Navy. Оба парня выбрали военно-морской флот. Sex scandals sink US Navy’s reputation. Скандалы на сексуальной почве позорят военно-морской флот США. The country is defended ... Читать далее...
- Day of the Defender of Fatherland — День защитника отечестваMany Russians observe February 23 as men’s day because military service is obligatory for most men in Russia. Women often give presents and postcards to their male relatives, including those who never served in the military. On a workday before or after the holiday, many women also congratulate their male colleagues and schoolboys may receive ... Читать далее...
- Bring some more ammoThe company commander saw the results of Private Gibbson’s Firing exercise and his face fell. The private exclaimed plaintively: «Sir, I think I am going to commit suicide by shooting myself.» «By shooting?» reasked the company commander, «Not a bad idea! But take as many cartridges as possible.» — — — — — — — ... Читать далее...
- Soldier stands guardA new soldier was on sentry duty at the main gate. His orders were clear. No car was to enter unless it had a special sticker on the windshield. A big Army car came up with a general seated in the back. The sentry said, «Halt, who goes there?» The chauffeur, a corporal, says, «General ... Читать далее...
- Famous russian generals — Известные русские генералыAll Russian people know these names, Alexander Suvorov and Michael Kutuzov. They are two famous generals. Alexander Vasilyevich Suvorov was born in 1729. He was a noble, honest man, devoted to his country and his people. Suvorov took part in many wars. He had a lot of victories because he knew army life very well. ... Читать далее...
- A good ideaHaving passed the enlistment physical, Jon was asked by the doctor, «Why do you want to join the Navy, son?» «My father said it’d be a good idea, sir.» «Oh? And what does your father do?» «He’s in the Army, sir.»...
- Play the Office GameHere’s a way to spice up your office. Pick two or three colleagues and agree to play the Office Game which awards points as follows: ONE POINT Run one lap around the office at top speed. Walk sideways to the photocopier. Find the vacuum and start vacuuming around your desk. When they’re not looking, pour ... Читать далее...
- High military ranksWhen little Reggie was inducted into the Army, he was advised to act tough. «That’s the only way to command respect in the Army,» his friends said. So Reggie did his best to carry out the advice. He swaggered all around camp, bragging, blustering and talking out of the corner of his mouth. «Show me ... Читать далее...
- An army private went to see the Medical Captain for a newAn army private went to see the Medical Captain for a new pair of glasses. The Captain looked in his book of record and said, «But you just got a new pair last month!» «Yes sir, b.. b.. but I got them b..broken in an accident,» stammered the private. «Accident, what kind of an accident?» ... Читать далее...
- Перевод слова militaryMilitary — военный, воинский Перевод слова Military strength — военная мощь military man — военнослужащий military service — воинская повинность A Military chest was formed. Была создана войсковая касса. He pushed for a leaner Military. Он выступал за сокращение численности вооруженных сил. He is being tried in a Military court rather than in a civilian ... Читать далее...
- The Big Horse RaceHorses in the race are: 1. Passionate Lady 2. Bare Belly 3. Silk Panties 4. Conscience 5. Jockey Shorts 6. Clean Sheets 7. Thighs 8. Big Johnson 9. Heavy Bosum 10. Merry Cherry At the Post: They’re off! Conscience is left behind at the post. Jockey Shorts and Silk Panties are off in a hurry. ... Читать далее...
- One day the different parts of the bodyOne day the different parts of the body were having an argument to see which should be in charge. The brain said «I do all the thinking so I’m the most important and I should be in charge.» The eyes said «I see everything and let the rest of you know where we are, so ... Читать далее...
- Military dolphins help defend the world’s largest stockpile of nuclear weaponsNaval Base Kitsap, a marine base 20 miles from Seattle, may be home to the world’s largest single-location arsenal of nuclear weapons, and it’s defended by dolphins trained by the US Navy. «Nearly one-quarter of America’s 9,962 nuclear weapons are now assigned to the Bangor submarine base on Hood Canal, 20 air miles northwest of ... Читать далее...
- Convince these studentsAn Army recruiter delivered a windy pep talk to encourage a group of college students to join the VOLAR. But the culminating point of his oration was greeted with cat calls, whistles and projection of rotten eggs and an assortment of no less rotten vegetables and fruits. A visitor asked a student: «Why you throw ... Читать далее...
- Значение идиомы in charge of[in charge of] {prep.} 1. Responsible for; having supervision orcare of. Marian is in charge of selling tickets. The girl incharge of refreshments forgot to order the ice cream for the party. When our class had a play, the teacher put Harold in charge of thestage curtain. 2. or [in the charge of] Under the ... Читать далее...
- Перевод слова campCamp — лагерь Перевод слова Open camp — лагерь на открытом воздухе summer camp — летний лагерь to serve time in a camp — отбывать срок в лагере He fired his Camp. Он поджег свой лагерь. The cliffs rim the Camp. Утесы окружают лагерь. Life in the Camp drained him. Жизнь в лагере истощила его ... Читать далее...
- Перевод слова chargeCharge — заряжать, наполнять; возлагать ответственность; плата за услуги Перевод слова The emotional charge — эмоциональный заряд charge of surety — допускаемая нагрузка free of charge — бесплатно I Charge you not to go. Я требую, чтобы вы остались. The Charge for students is $8. Плата для студентов — $8. He is in Charge of ... Читать далее...
- Army needs new recruitsTop Ways The Army Is Trying To Boost Recruiting 8. Military transport flights now earn you Delta frequent flier miles 7. Where else can you shoot guns and get awakened in the middle of the night by loud explosions besides New York, Chicago and Detroit? 6. Get rid of all those creepy «Richard Simmons Wants ... Читать далее...
- Перевод слова privatePrivate — частный, личный Перевод слова Private dwelling — частное жилье private entrepreneur — частный предприниматель private secretary — личный секретарь for my private use — для моего личного пользования Morris has a Private jet. У Морисса есть личный самолет. I need to speak to you in Private. Мне нужно поговорить с вами наедине. It’s ... Читать далее...
- Boss wants too muchFor thirty years, Johnson had arrived at work at 9A. M. on the dot. He had never missed a day and was never late. Consequently, when on one particular day 9 A. M. passed without Johnson’s arrival, it caused a sensation. All work ceased, and the boss himself, looking at his watch and muttering, came ... Читать далее...
- Перевод слова armyArmy — армия Перевод слова Army brass — командующий армией to organize an army — создать армию to raise an army — собрать армию I was an Army brat. Я была армия, брат. The Army was disranked. Армия была дезорганизована. The Army surged forward Армия рванулась вперед. Интересные факты In the Army Now — семнадцатый ... Читать далее...
- Misunderstanding termsOne reason the Services have trouble operating jointly is that they don’t speak the same language. For example, if you told Navy personnel to «secure a building,» they would turn off the lights and lock the doors. Army personnel would occupy the building so no one could enter. Marines would assault the building, capture it, ... Читать далее...
- Значение идиомы blow taps[blow taps] {v. phr.} To sound the final bugle call of the evening in a camp or military base. After taps is blown the boy scouts go to their bunks to sleep....
- Перевод слова generalGeneral — общий, повсеместный, главный Перевод слова General meeting — общее собрание as a general rule — обычно, как правило general opinion — общее мнение The practice threatens to become General. Этот обычай грозит стать всеобщим. There was a General disposition to remain. Большинство хотело остаться. In General people like her. Обычно она людям нравится....
- Значение идиомы brass hat[brass hat] {n.}, {slang} 1. A high officer in the army, navy, or air force. The brass hats In Washington often discuss important secrets. 2. Any person who has a high position in business, politics, or other work. Mr. Woods, the rich oil man, is a political brass hat....
- An inferiority complexPrivate Milton went to psychiatrist and complained: «I have an inferiority complex.» «Nothing I can do for you», said the doc. «In the Army privates don’t have an inferiority complex… they’re just inferior…» — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — ... Читать далее...
- Entering into HeavenA man arrives at the gates of heaven. St. Peter asks, «Religion?» The man says, «Methodist.» St. Peter looks down his list, and says, «Go to room 24, but be very quiet as you pass room 8.» Another man arrives at the gates of heaven. «Religion?» «Baptist.» «Go to room 18, but be very quiet ... Читать далее...
- The Army Airborne major was used to harassmentThe Army Airborne major was used to harassment from Air Force fliers about crazy Army paratroopers jumping out of perfectly good aircraft. «Obviously the Air Force knows there’s no such thing as a ‘perfectly good aircraft,'» the irritated officer finally countered one afternoon, «because they pay you bastards four times as much to stay in ... Читать далее...
- The power of the pressTwo boys are playing football in Golden Gate Park when one is attacked by a Rottweiler. Thinking quickly, the other boy rips off a board of the nearby fence, wedges it down the dog’s collar and twists, breaking the dog’s neck. A reporter who is strollin by sees the incident, and rushes over to interview ... Читать далее...
My men are very brave