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The cats: The name given to the four Battle-Cruisers of the Lion and Tiger Class of the First Battle-Cruiser Squadron of the Grand Fleet. They were: HMS Lion, HMS Tiger, HMS Queen Mary and HMS Princess Royal. Also, colloquial for Caterpillar Tractor Lorries, a four-wheel drive, powerful type used for hauling heavy Howitzers. [1]
References / notes
- ↑ Edward Fraser and John Gibbons (1925). Soldier and Sailor Words and Phrases. Routledge, London p.50.
Compendium of the Great War on this day.
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Included are trench slang, service terms, expressions in everyday use, nicknames, the titles and origins of British and Commonwealth Regiments, and warfare in general. These words and phrases are contemporary with the war, which is reflected in the language used. Sources include: Soldier and Sailor Words and Phrases, The War Book-of-Facts and Odhams' A.B.C. of the Great War. Feel free to expand upon and improve this content.