Military - March 2007

2007-03-19 06:16:55 · 8 answers · asked by RoxStar 2

I support Pres Bush, I support the troops, i support the war on terror in Iraq, Afganastan, and hopefully soon in Iran. What i dont get are some of the soldiers who come back from Iraq who publicly bash the troops, the president and the war-- But I was under the assumption that soldiers-and vets- do not come out against their own- unless they are cowards like John Kerry.
I saw a panel discussion on tv the other night, and there were several American vets, who fought in Iraq- they did nothing but bash the war, bash pres Bush, and bash the troops. On one hand i want to concider these men heroes, but then I see them as turncoats who betrayed on thier country. Should they lose thier va benifits for being traitors? idunno- I think they are confused or shell shocked from the war- I really don't get it- WHY would these soldiers turn on thir own? Confusion? Cowardice? I have a world of respect for the troops, but they do NOT have any right to critisize the president or question the war.

2007-03-19 06:12:37 · 30 answers · asked by OctopusGuy 1

2007-03-19 06:12:21 · 9 answers · asked by RoxStar 2

I was struck by a car on September 26. The doctors who took care of me decided to place a titanium rod in my leg, which now runs from my knee to my ankle. Each end is secured by two bolts. Due to the rod, I am already walking again! It may ,however, be a little longer before I can run comfortably( I can jog short distances though) and continue my regular PT. I'm kind of scared that I won't be accepted now because several marines and a former Sailor told me I will have a VERY hard time being accepted for the Navy SEALs, if i'm not just turned down completely. So my question is: If I prove myself to be in exceptional shape, would I have be accepted?
I would prefer that only military members (former or active) answer this question.

2007-03-19 06:11:37 · 3 answers · asked by lestat_iwav 1

I dont really know how to ask this but i dont understand what all of these people mean by saying support our troops.

does buying a yellow magnet for your car mean you support our troops? does being pro war mean you support the troops?
when i got out of the NAVY all i saw was america at the mall. saying we support the troops.
first off i dont believe a country should cheer and rally any war. they should moarn when we have to fight, our brothers and sisters are dieing. next you should join if you really support the troops . no more excuses they raised the enlistment rate to 42 yrs. old, so you should join. only a few people visit you in the hospital, and send care pacages . (more did at first but that got old real quick it must have interfered with thier lives)

please explain to me what this means to you. i served and what i see here at home is not what i saw overseas.
ww2 had huge parades after it was over. will this one?

2007-03-19 06:03:36 · 10 answers · asked by longshoreman 2

In our break room here there is a government poster that states anyone who joines a uniformed survice and gives notice to their employer regarding their enlistment is supposed to have a job at that company whenever they come back for up to 5 years. So if I do 4 years in the army and I come back can I get this job back?

2007-03-19 05:52:25 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

What was john careys qoute about the troops in iraq? i have forgoten. if eany one could rember pleas let me know. i am writing a paper in sopurt of the troops in iraq in a government class.

2007-03-19 05:52:14 · 5 answers · asked by Jesse Holmquist 1

This is part 2 of my previous question. Some people seem to think the only way to support our soldiers and this war is to go fight in it. I was just wondering how important it is for you to have support at home.

God Bless our Troops!

2007-03-19 05:49:18 · 11 answers · asked by TRUE PATRIOT 6

and if so where..or is this top secret!

2007-03-19 05:49:17 · 8 answers · asked by Jamie79 3

1.Beats being beat in the butt with a dead rabbit." Guy A says that in a play after his friend B told him he wasn't that obsessed with sex like A is...

2.thank you for being a turkishpower customer.

3.there is never been more ways to get rid of cigarets

4.He said his plan to send 21,500 additional U.S. troops to secure Baghdad and Iraq's troubled Anbar Province ''will need more time to take effect,'' especially since fewer than half of the troop reinforcements have yet arrived in the capital. Bush added: ''There will be good days and bad days ahead as the security plan unfolds.''

2007-03-19 05:44:33 · 3 answers · asked by deep 1

I've had to stop taking e-mail due to classless name calling and hate mail from the non-violent / open minded ,liberals .

I know not all of them are like that because my best friend is a dem and we discuss polotics all the time, his girl on the other hand ,,,,,

The hatered they carry on this blog is astounding and really doesn't help their cause.

most Republicans don't advocate the exteem minority in our party, Why have the left let their exteem minority speak so loudly for them?

Have you ever seen president Bush resort to name calling?
How many classless names have democratic leaders given Bush?

remember that guy in school that talked crap about everyone?
he didn't graduate and sits at home with no freinds probably on public assistance of some sort. or a senator from Mass. Cal. or Vermont the child molester heaven.

2007-03-19 05:41:56 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-19 05:37:41 · 3 answers · asked by Laith Attar 2

I'm an 11B and ill be doing OSUT at ft.benning and I was just curious what I should bring initially to basic with me.

2007-03-19 05:32:06 · 9 answers · asked by Oorah 1

Using the Bush Doctrine, the US can invade, occupy, and kill the citizens of a foreign country just because the US thinks the foreign country might be a threat. Can't we use the same justification in everyday life? Can't I just kick somebody in the balls because I fear he might be a threat? Even if he isn't a threat, it's how I feel that's important, right?

2007-03-19 05:25:13 · 10 answers · asked by Studbolt Slickrock Deux 4

Im serious the midrates are bad
SEMPER FI
usmc

2007-03-19 05:23:56 · 4 answers · asked by hotsauce919rr 3

If the are gay there has to be some sort of chemical im balance
that will be there dimise in combat
Semper fi!
USMC

2007-03-19 05:12:02 · 18 answers · asked by hotsauce919rr 3

I was wondering if the Gulf war seems more and more like the Vietnam War? Some say this, (the Gulf War) is the Veitnam War for (our) generation. Any answers to this question would be great. EXP the ones who are Veitnam Vets.

May God be with our men and Women over seas................

2007-03-19 05:00:29 · 16 answers · asked by ? 1

2007-03-19 05:00:08 · 13 answers · asked by Arturo A 1

Just as Russia is starting to awaken again from its long sleep America decides to put missile defense shields right next to Russia and within short firing distance of Moscow and St Petersburg. This would be like Russia putting missiles on the border of Canada and North America or putting them back on Cuba. Perhaps it seems America dont like other powers competing with them?

Nobody wants these missiles as a recent regional census stipulates that and if Europe really did need them they would put them up themselves without America telling them too. So will this stupid sabre rattling arrogance of America cause another arms race or will they back down and stop being so confrontational and arrogant. Its like two kids saying ive got bigger weapons than you so any imput to the outcome of this would be gladly received.

2007-03-19 04:58:53 · 1 answers · asked by Real Deal 1

would anyone be able to tell me the name of the american naval ship that was docked at devonport,plymouth,devon,england in 1973.

2007-03-19 04:44:47 · 5 answers · asked by cool cat 1

2007-03-19 04:44:38 · 4 answers · asked by shadowhart83 1

the minute we pull out its gonna fall even harder so all of you people whining about oh bring home our troops WHY TO THROW AWAY ALL THE MONEY WEVE SPENT THERE ALLREADY! WISE UP AMERICA
SEMPER FI
USMC
AND FOR ALL YOU CRYING MOTHERS OUT THERE YOUR SONS AND DAUGHTERS NEW WHAT THEY WERE SIGNING UP FOR ITS NOT ALWAYS BEER AND SOFTBALL

2007-03-19 04:34:20 · 7 answers · asked by hotsauce919rr 3

Their main argument is that the terrorist will follow us home....but from the looks of things, I'd say the Sunnis and Shi'ites would be too busy fighting each other if we left....If this is the only reason to keep us over there in Iraq, then why do we need to stay in the middle of their civil war

You can't say we'd look irresponsible for leaving when we started it, because we already look like douche bags to the rest of the world, and they already want us to leave

If you are afraid of them forming a fundamentalist theocratic government (Sunni or Shia), then at least you know that with our large arsenal of conventional weapons it's easier to topple a centralized government than a terrorist insurgency.

So, give me some reasons why I am wrong...or do you like spending forklift loads of money on Iraq's freedom?

2007-03-19 04:34:05 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hello everyone. i'm thinking on joining the navy, but i have prior service in the army reserve. i didnt finish my contract with them and received a general discharge, with a discharge code of jga. can i join the navy, or will i have to do the army? i'd much prefer the navy, but would go for 25B in the army. also, i took the asvab last year in october and got an 81. hope this helps. thanx.

2007-03-19 04:32:17 · 6 answers · asked by lethalastro 1

Desperately trying to get info regarding hot air balloon attack that was attempted by Japan during WWII......Aimed at California coast......Help??? Thank you.....

2007-03-19 04:30:01 · 7 answers · asked by jc092047 1

I refer to the survey here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/6464277.stm
Termed
'Deteriorating lives' commissioned by the BBC, ABC News, ARD German TV and USA Today. It was conducted by D3 Systems.

where 53% of Iraqis surveyed- indicated America was wrong to have invaded- (no comment was made on the illegality of whimsically invading a sovereign nation without due process or global consent).
American views?

2007-03-19 04:16:33 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-19 04:07:14 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

The anti-war protestors carrying their YELLOW signs (showing their true color) were out numbered 3-1 at the rally this past weekend. The supporters for the US troops showed their true colors too, Red , White and Blue.

2007-03-19 03:59:11 · 10 answers · asked by bamafannfl 3

There was a Lynx crash last night at 6pm in Northern Ireland. Four police and two army soldiers. Three police were let out of hospital today and the other police officer has bad back injures. The two army people are still in hospital but they have not said what injures they have. Why is this not on the new again today only last night for about 2 mins.
My mate was in that crash, he is ok but still in hospital with head injures. Why is this not import but NCampbell is hitting the news as she throw a mobile phone at her maid that is not nothing compared to what my friend is going through. What is the news coming too now a days?


Sorry to go on like this.

2007-03-19 03:56:31 · 6 answers · asked by Pinkflower 5

Do recruits fight other recruits? Do DIs beat up recruits? is it true they only give you 20 sec to shower? how else do they abuse and why?

2007-03-19 03:55:28 · 13 answers · asked by Oorah 1