Military - October 2007

I normally ignore Rush Limbaugh, but his comments last Wednesday went too far when he insulted our men and women in uniform, calling those who oppose the war "phony soldiers" as Rush did during his September 26 broadcast.
Of course, Rush continued his tirade Monday by denying he had said anything wrong and attacking John Murtha, who served 37 years in the Marines.
In December 2006, a poll run by the Military Times found that only 35 percent of service members approved of president bush's handling of the war in Iraq. Would Rush consider every other Soldier, Sailor, Airman and Marine to be phony? What about General John Batiste who retired from active duty in order to speak out against this war?
Rush has the courage to sit behind a microphone and lash out at those who oppose George Bush's misadventure in Iraq -- yet when it was his time to serve, he received a deferment and has never worn a uniform.
Limbaugh's show is broadcast on Armed Forces Radio, and therefore service members around the world heard his insults. It's time for Clear Channel to make Rush apologize.

2007-10-04 00:38:31 · 27 answers · asked by courage 6

They want to eat our food, and enjoy our inventions...but they are so jealous of America. We basically ignore them anyways. Do you agree they are jealous?

And yes the war in Iraq isn't cool. But what of France invading Vietnam in the 50's? What of the former Soviet Union attacking Afganistan before we did?

2007-10-04 00:23:21 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

I for one think it is a fantastic idea. Granted they would still have to pay SSI, but hell thats a lot less than what they are paying now and it will go a long way towards helping military families make ends meet.

2007-10-04 00:04:44 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

The military teaches many things you dont get in college, like work ethic, leadership, discpline, respect for elders. It gives you a greater appreciateion for people who served their country. many of todays youth have no direction and home and thats is another things military life provides, you grow up fast and learn how to fend for yourself. Im not saying everyone has to have a combat occupation, and it would be only for 2 years. I have greatly benefited from the military and I think America would greatly benfit from it.

2007-10-03 23:41:51 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

And hundreds of thousand of Iraqi and Afganistan killings

Everybody know the fact, who is biggest terrorists, but people don't have dare to face you illegals because they fear with your power

You bad people who make every illegal relationship and even don't feel shame to walk naked on beaches and even having sex in public

You bad people killed innocent people in Hiroshima and Nagasaki - still you people want to rule this world..?

You biggest terrorists, what will left in US if people started killing 100 people for their one brother and sister died in IRAQ and Afganistan - yes I think you left in minus - may be thats the reason they excuse you, to make use of 1:100 till you expand

You people just want to ruin this world and cultures

I think they should not wait and start punishing you people for your crimes

Don't you think so ...?

2007-10-03 23:02:34 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

Ok, here is the deal. My grandfather served in WWII and he was a pilot in the US. Army. I want to get a tattoo of the kind of plane he flew, with an orange rose rite next 2 it. It is going to be in honor of him since he died when i was real little...What i NEED 2 know is, is there any possible way that i can find out what kind of plane he flew, and/or get a picture of it? If so, can ANYBODY "point" me in the right direction? Any and all help is greatly aprreciated ahead of time, so thank you so very much...

2007-10-03 22:44:25 · 5 answers · asked by *♥* N. D. *♥* 4

Gettysburg was a classic land battle in the Civil War. 1863.

Midway was a classic sea battle in World War II. 1942.

Dien Bien Phu was a classic land battle in the Indochina War of Independence. 1954.

Each battle was unique, reflecting the military forces which were engaged and the leadership that planned and executed them. But there were similarities which make each battle worthy of study. They are subtle but a military historian should easily spot them.

This question calls for a student of military history who has done his homework, but the answers are really quite simple.

2007-10-03 22:01:09 · 7 answers · asked by Warren D 7

2007-10-03 21:20:04 · 3 answers · asked by Scott S 3

ok well... i have sort of a decision to make. which i know shouldn't be hard... but hey im asking anyway. ok so im living in holland i have duel citizen ship and i'm American and Dutch although i lived in america all m life up until 3 and a half years ago, now im living uin europe, anyway im wondering if i by any chance at all joined the dutch military if i later on when i can move back to the states if i can then quit the dutch one and then go into the American one is that possible? i'd be joining the Air Force. OH and if its not possible, then i''ll Definently choose the american one cuz it just freakin rocks, and its where i feel i belong pretty much. ( the reson why i'd join the dutch one is for a little more experience with it all and to pass the tiem until im able to go back to america.)

2007-10-03 20:24:32 · 6 answers · asked by Elisabeth R 3

With its trading surplus, China has expand its military to an extent far exceeding the needs for its self-defense. China has sold missiles to North Korea, Iran, and Venezuela. Do you know how many missiles are aiming at us?

Thus, please stop buying Chinese made products.

2007-10-03 20:13:33 · 7 answers · asked by EXTRA MILE 2

Im after some points on the direct & large differences between the way hollywood depicted the Vietnam war, and the way it actually happened.
any response will be appreciated!

2007-10-03 19:30:17 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I hope USA and United Nations will send security forces

2007-10-03 18:47:50 · 5 answers · asked by Tom 1

Limbaugh was referring to Americans who falsely claim to have served in the military – specifically Jesse Macbeth, who said in a widely seen video that he had served in Iraq and Afghanistan and claimed that he and other U.S. soldiers had killed innocent civilians there.

In fact, Macbeth was discharged from the Army after several weeks of basic training, and never served in Iraq or Afghanistan.
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2007-10-03 18:27:40 · 10 answers · asked by krazykyngekorny 4

2007-10-03 18:26:07 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have serve 4 years in the navy and just got out last year of june. a navy reserve recuiter contacted talked to me and told me that i could possibly cross rate to HM. im currently IRR until june 2009. He said i would go to A school then after that i could get to choose where ever i want to go. He said he'll make sure that ill be drilling close to my home in chino, ca. he said maybe in moreno valley or san diego but most likely san diego. he said that i will not gonna be sent with the marines. he even told me that if i dont like the active reserve, i could just request a chit to go back in IRR. im currently going to college and i want to become a nurse so maybe joining the reserves would boost my nurse career in the future but also i dont want to be sent to iraq, i did my share already. would joinging the reserves a good idea or should i just stay IRR till 09?

2007-10-03 18:23:37 · 10 answers · asked by onsight 2

I am an Infantryman in the Ga National Guard. What is the best way for me to volunteer to go back to Iraq? I put my name on the list a long time ago but heard nothing. Is there any other way?

2007-10-03 18:20:01 · 4 answers · asked by groundzero500 1

Just wondering because we hear so much crap from Americans that "they" won WW1 & WW2, BUT the reality was that they did all they could to avoid being involved, cowardly not commiting to the Allied effort and come in ONLY when directly attacked at Pearl Harbour, when other countries had already been committed and fighting abroad for 3-4 years.

2007-10-03 17:38:30 · 47 answers · asked by Anonymous

I mean, would missles be launched from US soil in a retaliation of a nuclear attack on Israel?? And if so, would it be immediate or down the road a couple of days, weeks, or months?

2007-10-03 17:38:06 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

If somebody has an "Other Than Honorable Discharge" from the Army is there any way to get it change to " Honorable Discharge" I have heard you can do this, but you have to go on the base where you were stationed. Is there any way to get it changed by filling out forms on the web or through snail mail? If you have to go on location how many days does it take, and what days and times can you be there?

2007-10-03 17:35:50 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-03 17:30:02 · 22 answers · asked by Hobbs 1

My friend is about to marry a person enlisted in the Army National Guard and is being deployed overseas. He is not giving her any information about benefits or insurance. He claims that he cannot get a copy of the paperwork that shows the beneficiary. Which office or department can she call to get information about her benefits and rights of a spouse in the military (he will be active duty soon)? Doesn't he get extra pay for simply being married? We think he's marrying her so his kids can live with her while he is away, and he'll get more benefits. We need information of who to contact. Thanks.

2007-10-03 17:23:23 · 9 answers · asked by Dr. P 2

I have seen the movie "Empire of the Sun" and also the PBS series "The War" by Ken Burns and cannot fathom why the Japanese in WW2 imprisoned civilians (including children) from the US, UK, etc. Was there ever any attempt or negotiations during the war to have the civilians sent home or to a neutral country?

2007-10-03 17:22:39 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=7015666615449902791&q=BUSH+FINGER&total=1009&start=0&num=10&so=0&type=search&plindex=0

2007-10-03 17:03:34 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I seek answers from people educated in defense.

If Canada spent an equal proportion of its GDP on defense as the United States does, could Canada effectively defend its borders militarily from most nations? Obviously if hell froze over and the US attacked Canada there would be no chance, as with other military power houses like Russia. But being able to defend your sovereignity, defend/help(think natural disastors) your people across the nation and world and help allied nations in times of need are the main points.

Canada's GDP is $1.165 Trillion.
The United States spends 3.7% of its GDP on Military.
Currently Canada spends $16.5 Billion on defense.
At 3.7%, Canada would be spending $43.1 Billion on defense.

What changes could we see, and how effective would this money be?

This question is simply "What If". While I support our military, a massive increase like this is not needed, and I simply ask as a neutral "What If" question because it interests me.

2007-10-03 16:37:43 · 8 answers · asked by dreamersleague 1

I’m writing a piece for lit on the Vietnam War and the way Hollywood portrays the soldier’s experiences. The topic I have created for me to work around goes as "Hollywood's movies about the Vietnam War are an accurate portrayal of soldiers’ experiences." I will than Discuss this.
I’m now after some points for and against my topic.
Any help would be appreciated.
Cheers

2007-10-03 16:36:31 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Any girl who currently is or was in the military. Do you have any tips on how to survive in the military as a female???

2007-10-03 16:29:58 · 9 answers · asked by Strangelove 1

i heard of someone failing a drug test for weed in the marine corps and having to serve out the rest of his contract in the brig. does that happen?

2007-10-03 16:15:28 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

please help...does this new rules is the best compared during under saddam hussien's time?

2007-10-03 15:58:35 · 4 answers · asked by shan t 1

I was listening to NPR radio and they were talking about how there's a rule that women are not allowed to be in direct ground combat. Like if they are going to raid a house the woman can't be the first in through the door. And they can't be part of an infiatry where she is likely to get hurt. There was a lady who was saying that a woman sometimes must be closely involved with the infantry, like she's working and theres a bomb and she has to be the one to try to save the wounded solider, by carrying them on her back and that more than likely she wouldn't be able to because she is physically capable. If this is true then why even let women into the army?

2007-10-03 15:44:42 · 14 answers · asked by lwcsoccerchic4 1

I am doing a essay, and I would like to include this information, but I can not seem to find it anywhere. If you could, please site where you get your information from. Thanks!

2007-10-03 15:41:02 · 4 answers · asked by imdaddysgirl2 1