OK, I’ve avoided this story for a few days, probably because I’m a homophobe, they’ll say, … Gay troops perform at air base fundraiserRead more
Military issues
Six female Riverines to deploy
Ex-PH2 sends us a link to the Navy Times which reports that six women have completed … Six female Riverines to deployRead more
A short range view of History
In today’s Washington Post appears Andrew J. Bacevich a history professor, a retired Army colonel and … A short range view of HistoryRead more
Military vs. domestic spending
Fox News reports that the day after Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel proposed massive cuts to … Military vs. domestic spendingRead more
Defense budget battle
The Associated Press reports that the Obama Administration has a tough fight ahead if they try … Defense budget battleRead more
82d identifies crew of M777
The 82d Airborne Division identified the crew members of the M777 155mm towed artillery piece who … 82d identifies crew of M777Read more
Seven injured, 1 killed in Fort Bragg incident
The Raleigh News & Observer by way of the Stars & Stripes reports that eight members … Seven injured, 1 killed in Fort Bragg incidentRead more
Sergeant Rafael Peralta’s MOH denied once again
Ex-PH2 sends us a link from NBC News which reports that Marine Corps Sergeant Rafael Peralta … Sergeant Rafael Peralta’s MOH denied once againRead more