Military - May 2007

2007-05-11 07:59:30 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-11 07:42:42 · 12 answers · asked by richardjeana1 1

Do you think if you stay longer that the militants will go away? Do you really think you will make the difference for 50 million people with a force of 150,000? You don't have enough force to even influence events in one city. They have you running around in circles.

Can you explain the government's rationale and objectives for keeping your brave and gallant, young American soldiers in such an impossible situation?

2007-05-11 07:07:22 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

i hear it in movies all the time. "the enemy is 5 clicks away". how far is that in lamen term?

2007-05-11 06:40:42 · 11 answers · asked by harmony 7

The Iraq Republican Guards were the most feared soldiers of the former Iraq Government. They created havoc to Iran and Kuwait when they invaded both countries. Yet, why is it when the allies entered Iraq during the first Gulf War, they sort of fizzle off? The same can be said during the second Gulf War where Saddam was overthrown. What happened to the Iraq Republican Guards?

2007-05-11 06:29:21 · 11 answers · asked by StandTall 4

The protesters of the Vietnam war expressed disgust at the war AND the soldiers. This time around, protesters are against the war but are (I believe rightfully so) placing the blame only on the shoulders of Congress and not the soldiers directly. But many the soldiers of the Vietnam war were drafted so outrage directed at the soldiers was even *less* warranted than it could be today. What do you think has changed in the minds of the American people for this to occur? Any anecdotes from Vietnam vets would be appreciated.

2007-05-11 05:55:44 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-11 05:23:11 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi ive taken an interest into aircraft ever since a child, and always had a strong patriotism towards my country. It's been in my interest for the last 3 years now to apply to join either the RAF or Fleet Air Arm (Naval Air Force). I spoke to some careers advisor's at my local AFCO and sent in my application. Only worry i am now having is. Well am i too tall to get into either of these either as a helicopter pilot (transport) or as a spotter (fighter pilot/local defense)? Im currently 6"1, however they told me i am a suitable candidate due to my intellect. All sciences and Maths at my A levels and ALL my 11 GCSE's at A*-C. Please advise?

I do know it is a tight program to get into and if i cant i am aiming to go into commercial piloting anyway.

2007-05-11 05:20:01 · 1 answers · asked by ? 1

Normally I wouldn't use this forum for political causes, but I just read a story about single parents losing custody of their children while they are deployed with no protection from the Soldiers and Sailors Relief Act. Why is it more important to protect a service member's car while they are away and cant fight for it than it is to protect a service members family?
Reading this article made me seriously reconsider whether or not I want to re enlist when the time comes for me to do it. Please read this article, and if you too are horrified by this concept, please follow the link within and write to your representatives about this tragedy.
http://www.military.com/NewsContent/0,13319,134697,00.html?ESRC=army-a.nl

2007-05-11 05:14:36 · 13 answers · asked by kittiesandsparklelythings 4

It must be the developed instincts of retired military personnel that bring them to the conclusion that George W. Bush, Dick Cheney, and the rest of the neo-cons inside the White House are modern day WAR CRIMINALS !

Usually, retired veterans aren't so outspoken about a president in time of war, but this time around, they aren't the least bit shy of calling it like it is !!!!

We are the ones guilty of war crimes this time around!

Shame to everyone who decided to vote for these war mongers!

The curse of the stolen election of 2000 continues!

2007-05-11 04:58:57 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-11 04:32:26 · 5 answers · asked by ray l 1

we all know where the head lights r on a car,truck,bus.but who knows where they r on a ship?

2007-05-11 03:51:36 · 8 answers · asked by usnavy 1

politically, slavery issues, etc Civil war

2007-05-11 03:36:17 · 1 answers · asked by c2 2

2007-05-11 03:23:48 · 10 answers · asked by BRANDON S 1

It has been 3 years and no dd214 no I am not awol I have called ft. bragg they said I was out and my dd214 had been sent to personel records 6 months after I got out. I contacted DOD they said I was out, so no problem there. I don't know who to call or contact. Could I contact my congressman or senator and request a federal investagation????

2007-05-11 03:09:46 · 5 answers · asked by Gina 1

Retired General John Batiste, former commander in Iraq, has recently come forward and harshly criticized President Bush’s policies in Iraq. His assertion is that a war cannot be won primarily with military might. He charges that Bush’s policy in Iraq has failed because our military effort does not work in concert with economic and diplomatic strategies. Who knows more about war strategies, a four-star general with an impeccable military record, or a president who’s never seen combat?

2007-05-11 03:04:16 · 4 answers · asked by Hemingway 4

If teh United States pulled together as a nation, a wartime economy, based on Deafeating Iraq we could win, we could re-instate the draft and send 10 Million Troops over there and teh war would be over in a month.

2007-05-11 02:52:36 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

in the period of first half of 20th century

2007-05-11 00:05:56 · 8 answers · asked by danchip 2

china russia &us will be war??

2007-05-11 00:03:17 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm just wondering if someone, a wife or husband, was allowed to protest with the locals in the foreign country that the service member and spouse are stationed? The spouse wouldn't say she/he was affiliated with someone in the US military and wouldn't be speaking on behave of anyone in the military. The couple would be living on a US post.

An example would be a husband of a soldier protests with a group of locals in Germany, against violence commited by US troops in that country.

2007-05-10 23:09:56 · 17 answers · asked by Trish C 3

2007-05-10 23:07:26 · 5 answers · asked by johnfulden 1

Remember "Wag the Dog"?

Maybe, if the Republicans hadn't hounded Clinton so relentlessly in the 90's, he might have been able to focus more on finding and killing Osama bin Laden.

I didn't vote for Clinton either time, but it sure would have been nice if he hadn't been harrassed to the point of being distracted from more important responsibilities like hunting down and killing Osama and company!

2007-05-10 22:05:14 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

Have they ever asked you to relocate to where they are? I know this sounds stupid. I had to ask it cause I was told that this person offered them big money to become partners with them in some kind of business and promiced safety and assured employment , not only for the spouce but the teenage children too. How can anyone do such a stupid thing? Placing their family at high risk and maybe to never return but in only caskets back to the USA.... What do you all think of this and why? Please no bashing. The stupid questions are the ones not asked and I had to ask this for some research and responces. Thanks for your time and please continue to keep this war situation in your prayers. God bless and peace.

2007-05-10 22:02:06 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

south african government tried to get their people to leave the british army because they dont want to get involved with it. last thing i heard was that the government said that the south african soldiers have to ask for permission to stay in army and they are not allowed to go on tour,if they do they can get charged. but these soldiers are in afghanistan etc now. has anything changed then?

2007-05-10 21:45:50 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

President Nixon was the last President to give the military a real pay raise, 100%. The Military works 24/7, has no over time and they have to work holidays. If you were to break their salary down to an hourly rate, they get paid peanuts. They lay down their lives to protect this country but we can't pay them a better salary.

2007-05-10 21:09:46 · 9 answers · asked by romerotg51 1

when you sign up do u sign up to go 2 war.or do you have 2 want to go or have to work for it or what?

2007-05-10 21:02:23 · 6 answers · asked by ashlees1919 1

2007-05-10 20:55:55 · 3 answers · asked by david g 1

Even though I'm against war in Iraq, I do support our effrots to combat terrorism and I supported the invasion of Afghanistan to remove Taliban from power. But I wonder how die-hard leftists and other pacifists (I call them 'pussyfits') would defend this country?

2007-05-10 19:59:53 · 15 answers · asked by Dr. Adriano Nostromo 2

Ever since the day he told me he was enlisting to the Marines, I have worn a shirt that says,"PROUD BROTHER OF A U.S. MARINE"
When he asked for Gatorade Powder and Energy bars in Boot Camp, I would save to buy him a case of each.
When he got a speeding ticket in California I was the first to pay it

When he was literally starving because he had no money, I would send him money i didn't have.When he came Home from Iraq I took him to the most expensive steakhouse in my town.When his car "blew up" and he came home for a visit, I took a 401(k) loan for $10,000. ( I am still paying for this out of weekly deductions) to buy a new car.
Through the past 3 years I mentioned, NEVER once have I recieved a Thank You from my brother.
Is that something they teach recuits in Boot Camp, "use everbody including your family to gain what you don't have"
Yet I still wear the "PROUD BROTHER OF U.S. MARINE" shirts.
P.S. I don't mean offend anyone I will always support what My HERO decided to do.

2007-05-10 19:38:27 · 14 answers · asked by semper_fi_brother 2

support yout answer please

2007-05-10 19:27:34 · 9 answers · asked by adam h 1