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"I, Genevieve Chase, do solemnly affirm that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice." And with those words, I signed up for another six years of service to my...read more
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From Vietnam to Afghanistan: A Brief Study in Contrasts
May 23, 2010
By: Lieutenant Colonel John Cook
Vietnam War As a veteran of both conflicts, I’m often asked if there are any characteristics that are common to both wars. The short answer is: very few. First of all, Vietnam was a first rate insurgency because the Viet Cong were well trained, disciplined, and very effective. While I strongly opposed their political agenda and ideology, they did have a plan for governing South Vietnam in the event they succeeded in overthrowing the government. Their plan...read more
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I applaud any individual willing to serve his or her country, especially in times of conflict. Many service members serve this great country for a myriad of reasons. I serve this country for numerous reasons as well but three of the key reasons I serve and more importantly continue to serve are following a family example of service, the ability to impact others, and a means for providing for myself and family. Though this essay will discuss...read more
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My name is David Hall and I am new to this site. In fact, this is the first time I have ever posted a blog. Im using this blog as a brief introduction and a means to create this account.
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The valor of the American soldier is reflected brightly in the meritorious deeds of our young men and women serving their country. Who among you stands up against the bullets of tyranny and steps across foreign fields of oppression to open windows of freedom and opportunity for Third World citizens? Soldiers, airmen and sailors answer the call of duty without hesitation. Brave beyond words, possessing selfless dedication to wear the uniform with pride. Our nation can sleep ever so serenely at...read more
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The loudest sound You’ll ever hear, Is the scream of bombs exploding nearby. The dull, eerie whisper Of mortars flying through the air. It sounds evil, Like the voice of Satan. The language of war, Translated through instruments of Death. I feel like I am tight-rope walking On the rope of existence, With the Angel of Life, Next to me.
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Life has been quite hectic, which is just the way I like it. I'm finding time to get back in the gym and as of most recently, was looking for a new Reserve unit to transfer to. I currently reside in Washington DC and to stay in my Reserve unit in Arizona, I have to either find a local unit to drill with or fly back at my own expense, for drills. I do this for one reason... my unit is one of the best in the Army Reserve at taking care of soldiers. The biggest news of all? I'm...read more
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I'm getting married in 24 days!!! LT Obie will soon become LT Nammari...which will more than likely be shortened to LT Nam...which I can see turning into LT Dan (said in Tom Hank's Forrest Gump voice). I thought for quite awhile that marriage wasn't in the cards for me. I never met a man who was as determined and kind as my father. Then I met Mark, who from the very first conversation we had, showed me his easy going nature, loving heart,...read more
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Last night was the premiere episode on the History Channel of a multi-part series called America: The Story of Us. Being the history nerd that I am, I made sure to tune in to watch. The first episode gave an abridged version of the beginnings of our great country. The settlements of Jamestown and Plymouth were recounted along with the hardships those first settlers faced. The program then delved into the beginnings and causes of the American Revolution. What struck...read more
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The convoy of seven vehicles pulls off the main road and drives slowly over the hard, broken ground and gets as close as possible to the refugee camp. This one has about two hundred people; men, women and children of all ages. The soldiers that will provide security quickly get out of the armored SUVs and form a protective ring around the other vehicles. To call it a refugee camp does violence to the word camp. This place is not a camp. Its a few acres of hard dirt that has no value to...read more
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