fragging

(noun)

A term used to describe the deliberate killing or attempted killing by a soldier of a fellow soldier, usually a superior officer or non-commissioned officer.

Related Terms

  • Army of the Republic of Viet Nam
  • Nixon Doctrine
  • Cambodian Campaign
  • détente

(noun)

The throwing of a fragmentation grenade at one's superior officer. Fragging most often involved the murder of a commanding officer or a senior non-commissioned officer perceived as unpopular, harsh, inept, or overzealous.

Related Terms

  • Army of the Republic of Viet Nam
  • Nixon Doctrine
  • Cambodian Campaign
  • détente

Examples of fragging in the following topics:

  • Gradual Withdrawal

    • Morale in the U.S. ranks rapidly declined during 1969-1972, as evidenced by declining discipline, worsening drug use among soldiers, and increased fraggings of U.S. officers by disgruntled troops.
  • Vietnam Becomes Nixon's War

    • Morale in the U.S. ranks rapidly declined during 1969-1972, as evidenced by declining discipline, worsening drug use among soldiers, and increased fraggings of U.S. officers by disgruntled troops.
  • The War in France

  • Last Efforts for Peace

  • Mobilizing a Nation

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