Saluting
You might feel a little confused if someone salutes you on the street. In the military, it is done to greet other people. It’s also one of those habits that can be difficult to forget. They’re just saying hello, so just salute back when someone does it to you!
No Kitchen
All right, we know it might sound offensive if someone calls your kitchen ‘the mess’. However, try to be understanding when it comes from your soldier friend. That’s simply the nickname for the mess hall in the military!