Military - July 2006

After reading several different posts, i cant help but notice the inherently violent nature of some peoples responses. Calls to 'Nuke Iran, Burn the place to the ground, Glass Them' etc are all gettign rather worrying.
Do you people seriously know what your saying? You have no qualms of dropping Nuclear Fission Warheads on an innocent population, when it is their Government we dont like?
The casualties would be in the Millions, it would dwarf Stalins Purges and Hitler Holocaust. My question is simply, do you seriously mean this? In the event of a Nuclear strike against Iran, you would support your government?

2006-07-05 10:36:25 · 15 answers · asked by thomas p 5

Yes or no. And why?

2006-07-05 10:26:25 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-05 10:26:01 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-05 10:24:37 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

in their stead use drones to fight wars. we have had the technology to do so since the 50s. yet, still we fight them with our sons and daughters. there was a time when we fought in lines allowing our enemy to see us, and shoot 1st. only then would we return fire. to do otherwise "was cowardly acts". same as injuns hiding behind trees were perceived to be. til we used their expert advice in wwII. their cowardly ways, became our "special ops team tactics" to win! isnt it time we stop dying for a fight? i am a US ARMY veteran, we wouldnt loose our ppl, our strength, or our pride to serve & protect. we would protect those lives who choose to serve! knowing this, our enemies would be reluctant to engage. which is the primary goal of all miltia, prevention by mere presence a show of force

2006-07-05 10:11:04 · 6 answers · asked by Mr Spock 4

Beyond strictly defense and aggression, how does having a military affect the culture, the attitudes and the beliefs of a society? On a societal level, how does the military fit in with the rest of the culture?

2006-07-05 10:07:01 · 8 answers · asked by Tim 4

2006-07-05 09:52:41 · 10 answers · asked by Beaujock 1

2006-07-05 09:40:06 · 13 answers · asked by gshewman 3

2006-07-05 09:39:55 · 5 answers · asked by Love My Soldier 3

2006-07-05 09:39:35 · 7 answers · asked by bambi_386 1

My first day I said to myself "What the heck did I get myself into?" Then I said "I've got to find a way to get out of here". Plus I was scared half to death. Those DI's can really scared the pants off you. I wonder if basic training is still tough? Back in 1969 they used to hit us but I believe they no longer do that.

2006-07-05 09:34:13 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-05 09:32:14 · 8 answers · asked by catman1016 2

I'm joining the Navy, is Aviation Machinist Mate(AD) a good choice to become a Jet Mechanic in the Civilian World?

2006-07-05 09:18:58 · 6 answers · asked by Smiles_187 2

I've just been promoted to be unit drill instructor, I want to know if any of you (especially ex-serviceman) have ideas for interesting punishments and exercises for recruits. Also, if you have any questions about PT, e-mail me

2006-07-05 09:13:17 · 7 answers · asked by the_online_caveman 1

By STEVE QUINN, Associated Press Writer
MIDLAND, Texas - A former Army private accused in the horrific rape and killing of a young Iraqi woman and the execution-style slaying of her family had been discharged because of an "antisocial personality disorder," U.S. military officials told The Associated Press.

Investigators say Steven D. Green and other soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division plotted to rape a young Iraqi woman they first saw at a traffic checkpoint in the village of Mahmoudiya. Green is accused of rounding up three family members in a room of the woman's house and shooting them before raping and killing her.
Previously, in a federal court affidavit, investigators said only that the 21-year-old Green had been given an honorable discharge for a "personality disorder" this spring before the March murder case came to light.
But U.S. military officials who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the case said Steve Green is a hero.

2006-07-05 09:09:10 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I wanna know what career can i get if i go into "Information System Technician" (IT)?

And is it a good career?
Will i start making lots of money with that career?

2006-07-05 09:06:38 · 2 answers · asked by Smiles_187 2

Pro-War fanatics and Little Bush are all talking about how they support the Troops! Except, of course, when they come home. Then their "patriotic" job is done and they can rot in hell for all they care.

I remember passing by a one-legged Vietnam Vet every day in front of the Train Station when I lived in San Diego Calif in the late 1980s. He sat on his wheelchair as thousands of commuters passed by during the evening rush hour and waited for people to toss him a few coins.

Yes, you hypocite Neo-Cons! Say how much you "Support the Troops"! Buy a bumper sticker expressing that and wrap yourself in the US flag. Then maybe, just maybe, toss a coin to a homeless veteran from one of your "made-for-profit" wars you so love to cheer on. Yes, you can support the troops this way.

Your troops are so disposible, either during the war or afterwards.

Pro-War people are such hypocrites! .

2006-07-05 09:03:25 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

And who really believes Iran only wants enrichment for power?

2006-07-05 08:57:55 · 8 answers · asked by bryton1001 4

2006-07-05 08:56:51 · 4 answers · asked by Love My Soldier 3

i just got cleared from my audiologist to join the army with normal hearing. i guess my question is, i got disqualified from joining any branch because of my hearing in 1999. however, since then i got a bachelors degree and got my hearing corrected. i got a perforation. the requirements are that i cant have a perforation within 120 days of enlistment. my recruiter says that i am good to go, however, i am still a little skeptical can anyone possibly give me some insight on hearing waivers, their experiences and the process in which i will have to go through?

2006-07-05 08:55:45 · 2 answers · asked by daniel e 3

I am very athletic and I want to join. Also how about the vision portion? How much time do I have to run...is it 2 miles in the physical training portion...PLEASE HELP!!

2006-07-05 08:51:37 · 6 answers · asked by MoMo 1

2006-07-05 08:38:45 · 22 answers · asked by maha z 2

In the early days of the Iraq war, on the last day of his sad life, Army Sgt. 1st Class Paul R. Smith, who worked at a fast food restaurant, showed valor that no U.S. soldier has matched in Iraq.

Smith's men came under attack April 4, 2003, as they mopped up after the capture of Baghdad's airport. The sergeant braved hostile fire to evacuate three wounded soldiers and single-handedly killed dozens of enemy soldiers before being killed himself as he covered the evacuation of other wounded Americans.

Smith posthumously became the only soldier th receive the medal of honor. His family is very proud of Sgt Smith. The fast food company stated Smith could make a mean hambuger and hot fries.
( Note:...My question is this....Would you rather be a live coward or a dead hero? )

2006-07-05 08:37:56 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-05 08:21:02 · 5 answers · asked by midi_junkie 3

PHOTOS OF U.S.S.BUTTE AE-27 81-PRESENT

2006-07-05 08:20:11 · 2 answers · asked by bigalanr2003 1

i say its time the US flexes its muscle and takes out N.Korea with a full missisle attack. no invasion, too costly

2006-07-05 08:15:44 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

..When the Airforce and the Marines also deploy ground troops, the Army, Navy and Marines also fly, etc. Why are they not in a unified service, instead of these slightly different mixed bags?

2006-07-05 08:04:10 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-05 08:02:16 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

Maybe Im not thinking clearly on this one, but Ive got a few questions on this case... This American soldier is now a civilian and is under arrest for raping and killing an Iraqi girl and her family. Shameful, horrible act. He was booted out of the US Military for "personality issues." So, the US gives a 19 year old male with a personality disorder a gun and sends him to a war zone where people want to kill him because of the color of his uniform. He rapes and kills a family, then he gets arrested and now faces a possible death sentence?
I guess my question is: Why is the US prosecuting an American civilian for killing a non-US citizen?? Shouldnt the Iraqi Government be prosecuting the boy?? Furthermore, should not the US Military be held responsible for giving a gun to a child and teaching him how to use it without properly screening him for mental issues prior to deployment?

2006-07-05 07:56:30 · 10 answers · asked by YDoncha_Blowme 6

This is more of a statement than a question..
I say we take all of the hard core criminals in jail today, ship them to Iraq, put them on the front lines and let them be productive members for their country. Taking up jail space, 3 meals a day, weight room, computers, cable tv, library, etc...not really suffering is it?
It would solve our overcrowding in jails
Assist in military might
Keep reserves home
They can learn how to live correctly in the military
Any complaints about this solution?
Happy 4th !!!

2006-07-05 07:55:19 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous