Hauptmann

The equivalent to a captain in the Third Reich (1920s-1945). The rank of Hauptsturmführer was discarded by Germany after the fall of the Third Reich.

Frans was promoted to Hauptmann.

by Nicolai February 15, 2004

Tiger

The main Axis tank during World War II. It was heavily armored, but slow moving. Allied air strikes often bombed these tanks in order to help their Sherman tanks rule the battlefield.

Hans drove a Tiger, but it was bombed by An Allied fighter pilot.

by Nicolai February 15, 2004

otacon

The partner of ex-US soldier Solid Snake in their international anti-terrorist activities. Otacon provides operational support, while Solid Snake physically executes the missions. Otacon's real name is Dr. Hall Emmerich. He first appeared in the video game Metal Gear Solid.

"Are you there Otacon? This is Snake." -Solid Snake

by Nicolai July 02, 2004

mp

'Machine pistol.' Precedes the number of certain weapon names.

The soldier carried an MP5.

by Nicolai February 15, 2004

Archbishop

A very high-ranking member of the Roman Catholic Church.

After many years in the priesthood, Edward became an archbishop.

by Nicolai March 30, 2004

College of Cardinals

The governing body of the Roman Catholic Church. They elect the Pope and take over papal duties when a Pope is not on the throne.

Jaques was a member of the College of Cardinals.

by Nicolai March 30, 2004

NATO

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization. It is composed of many nations from numerous walks of life. Its purpose is to enforce peace treaties in the North Atlantic and to use military force against violators of those treaties or of human rights.

The United States of America is a leading member nation in NATO.

by Nicolai April 10, 2004