Originally Posted by ACW599
I don't want to hijack the thread but when did the RAF succumb to the massive over-use of wankwordage and why? Did it creep in with civilianisation? Is it formally taught as part of what used to be called "Service Writing" at IOT nowadays? If so, why? Does the RN and Army have the same problem?
I think it's been creeping in slowly for years. It started out becoming popular amongst those that were lucky enough to work in what was then called Main Building and was a 'must-have' fashion accessory for everyone wanting to pass Staff College. It became a badge to be worn to distinguish those that were going places from the rest. All very sickening.
I remember picking up a senior officer at the AWC for saying, "Others may not have had visibility on it." What does that mean?