“LEG, or low-entry ground soldier, is considered offensive.”
Really? By whom?
http://www.wearethemighty.com/18-military-soldiers-slang-army-term-2015-01
I don't think "low-entry ground soldier" has anything to do with why a leg is called a leg. There aren't any leg units anymore. Leg refers to the main part of transportation.
Michael M. says: "Leg came from 'straight leg' appearance for one who does not wear jump boots with their pants tucked in."
https://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20100912235518AAdVx3l
That sounds right. The first time I heard the term "straight-leg infantry" -- was in 1964 in basic training. It was later shortened to "leg."
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