Share This Article 1. This code word indicates a loss of nuclear asset that does not create the risk of nuclear war. Dull Sword Broken Arrow Bent Spear Nuke Flash 2. Starting in 1861, the US Army used this term to describe escaped slaves entering the Union military lines. Contrabands Illegals Freedmen Self-liberators 3. In 1906, the US Army authorized issuing these to all soldiers. An inscribed Bible A personal weapon An identity card with photo A metal identity disc Loading …