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"Roger's" origins are actually pretty simple. According to the mammoth ham radio resource AC6V's Amateur Radio Reference Guide, the letter "R" has been used since the early days of Morse Code to indicate that a message has been "received." The voice code equivalent for "R" is "Roger." You may have also heard the phrase "Roger Wilco" in various military-themed movies. "Wilco" is radio slang for "Will Comply." (It's also a great rock band). For added clarification, here are a few definitions of commonly heard radio terms: - over - I have finished my transmission and am turning the channel over to you.
- clear - I have finished my transmission and am standing by on this
channel.
- out - I have finished my transmission and am closing this channel.
Finally, for a great read on the short-lived CB-radio fad of the '70s, we refer you to freelance writer and game designer Allen Varney. Over and out.
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