[headsonpikes]

So what is the true etymology of wuss?

Good piece!

[Chieftain]

From dictionary.com:

wuss: n. Slang A person regarded as weak or timid and especially as unmanly,: “Cats are for wusses, dog men say” (Laura Blumenfeld).
[Probably blend of wimp, and pussy.] wussy adj.

Sounds like Hanoi John to me!