Army mess term traced to French origin in food context
An old note explains the army term mess from the French word mess and Latin missus, defining breakfast, dinner, and supper. It cites soldiers’ favorite chicken dinner and Camel cigarettes, noting Post Exchange sales records and dealers featuring Camel cartons for sending to service members.
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