duffle blog

Definition

Not a jargon term per se, but a satirical military news publication that parodies defense news and military culture. The military equivalent of The Onion.

Example Usage

That story about the Army mandating reflective belts in combat zones sounds like it came straight from Duffel Blog.

Origin

Founded in 2012 by Marine Corps veterans, named after the duffel bag

Fun Fact

Duffel Blog articles are frequently mistaken for real news and shared seriously on social media, even by military professionals.

Source: Military satire and culture

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