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DevinIt's from the movie Red Dawn, it is simply codewords for something, here is the quote:
Radio Free America Announcer: It's 11:59 on Radio Free America; this is Uncle Sam, with music, and the truth until dawn. Right now I've got a few words for some of our brothers and sisters in the occupied zone: "the chair is against the wall, the chair is against the wall", "john has a long mustache, john has a long mustache". It's twelve o'clock, American, another day closer to victory. And for all of you out there, on, or behind the line, this is your song.
[the Battle Hymn of the Republic begins to play]
This style of codeword/phrase system was used in Europe during WW2 to send instructions to operatives behind enemy lines. The Chair is Against the Wall could mean that a set of railway tracks must be blown up or a supply drop was en route to a group of operatives.
"John has a long mustache" is a direct reference to the Allied code phrase for Operation Overlord, the Normandy Invasion (D-Day, WW2). The signal, like many others, was sent over normal radio broadcasts; each codeword/phrase meant something to a specific group or individual listening in Nazi occupied territory. This specific code phrase was the signal to the French Resistance (the Maquis) that the invasion would begin the next day. To them, this meant that need to execute pre-arranged sabotage and other preparations as planned before the landings on the French coast.
The whole sequence is an homage to the movie "The Longest Day", in which French Resistance members are listening to the radio, and hear a sequence of the normally meaningless (to them) phrases, until they hear "John has a long mustache" repeated twice, and set in motion the pre-invasion plans. The Germans also realize the invasion is about to begin, but due to Allied deceptions, the Nazis are still unsure as to the landing site.
In "The Longest Day", the sequence was "Molasses tomorrow will bring forth cognac", then "John has a long mustache".
Are you guys really this uneducated. It was used in Red Dawn to Honor the French freedom fighters of WW II. It was the Underground radio code that meant the Allied Inversion of Europe to stop the Mad Adolf Hitler and His National Socialist German Workers Party.
It is a WW2 code meaning, Either that a set of railway tracks must be blown up or a supply drop was en route to a group of operatives
The World War 2 answer is correct. It notified the French Underground operatives. It can also be seen in the movie The Longest Day.
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What is the duration of Head Against the Wall?
The duration of Head Against the Wall is 1.58 hours.
When you sit in a chair exerts against you?
normal force
What is the duration of Against the Wall TV series?
The duration of Against the Wall - TV series - is 2580.0 seconds.
What does phrase bang your head against the wall mean?
It's an act of exasperation, frustration or intolerance of others stupidity.
Where was Against the Wall filmed?
Toronto
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Get a woman to lift it.
What is very physically hard to do?
Bend over with your head against the wall and lift a chair. Licking your elbow.
How many raised from the dead?
Message Received. The Chair Is Against The Wall. Delta Delta 2 Dub 7
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A wall-mounted folding chair saves space by being able to be folded up and stored against the wall when not in use. This is convenient for small spaces or areas where extra seating is needed only occasionally.
How do you duct tape someone to a wall?
Have them stand on a stool or chair pressed up against a wall, then start at the feet adding layers horizontally. (hopefully they're concious..)
What exercises are there for hamstring?
"Sit" against a wall and hold it for 30 seconds. (As if there was an invisible chair) Once you've mastered this, add more time.
Is it possible to place a chair against a wall that a man cannot pick up?
Yes, it is possible to place a chair against a wall in such a way that a man cannot pick it up if the chair is bolted or otherwise secured to the floor and wall. Additionally, the chair could be too heavy or physically obstructed in a way that prevents the man from lifting it.
What is the stunt with a broom or chair that women can do but men can't?
The stunt involves balancing a broom or chair on one foot and rotating it. The idea is that women have a lower center of gravity compared to men, making it easier for them to balance objects on one foot while rotating.
How do I properly install chair rail in my home?
To properly install chair rail in your home, follow these steps: Measure and mark the desired height for the chair rail on the wall. Use a level to ensure the chair rail will be straight. Cut the chair rail to the appropriate length using a saw. Apply construction adhesive to the back of the chair rail and press it firmly against the wall. Secure the chair rail in place with finishing nails. Fill any nail holes with wood filler and sand the surface for a smooth finish. Paint or stain the chair rail to match your decor.
When you sit in a chair what is exerted against you?
If your feet are off of the floor, then the chair exerts your total weight against you.
What does wall hugger mean?
A wall hugger is a type of reclining chair or sofa that is designed to fully recline without needing much space between the backrest and the wall. This allows the furniture to be placed closer to the wall while still being able to recline comfortably.
What does it mean when you smash a person's head against a wall till they die?
It means you crazy
