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uncle sam's canoe club
What does uncle sam's canoe club mean?
A joking Navy term for the U.S. Coast Guard, referencing its small-boat operations.
"His brother joined Uncle Sam's Canoe Club and loves it."
Origin
Inter-service U.S. Navy slang for the Coast Guard.
Frequently asked questions
What is 'Uncle Sam's Canoe Club'?
It is a joking nickname for the U.S. Coast Guard, poking fun at its small-boat operations.
Who uses the term?
It is inter-service ribbing, typically used by sailors and other service members to tease the Coast Guard.
Is it meant as an insult?
It is friendly rivalry humor rather than a genuine insult — the kind of good-natured jab common between the armed services.
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