Word: hattism
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These provisions had been in the earlier code and in general had not been abused by the Army. But their repromulgation after V-E day raised important questions. Did the Army recognize that the war in Europe had ended? At what point does brass-hattism end and a truly free press begin? So long as all U.S. newsmen in Europe are obliged to wear Army uniforms, carry Army credentials, depend on Army transportation and send their dispatches by Army courtesy-to do business, in fact, only as "guests" of the Army-the U.S. public could not expect...
...novice at brass-hattism, Conqueror Porter cleared his throat, announced coldly that he would have to make an inspection of the area. In a staff car the Americans toured the district, "liberated" six towns to enthusiastic French cheers...