“Cry ‘Havoc!’, and let slip the dogs of war.”
As a infantry lieutenant in the 82ndAirborne I read a personal memoire by a WW II vet who cautioned, “Do not let slip the dogs of war.”
Warfare
Past the Point of “NO RETURN,” Civil War 2.0”
The Balkan Civil wars of the mid-1990s were not just distant conflicts in a faraway land; they were harbingers of profound lessons that we, as a nation and a military, have regrettably begun to forget.
World War III Watch: This is Entirely Jimmy Carter’s Fault
If, on November 5, 1979, President Carter had told the Ayatollah Khoumeini, in no uncertain terms, that either our embassy personnel being held hostage would be safely on a plane, heading out of Iran, within 72 hours, or we would regret their passing in the attack which reduced Tehran and Qom to radioactive black holes …
The Strategic Role and Controversies Surrounding Neutron Bombs
Some analysts say Israel made a strategic error and should have employed this old technology on October 8th.
Napoleon’s Hubris: The Perils of Overconfidence
Napoleon Bonaparte’s March of 1812 into Russia stands as a stark reminder of the dangers of overconfidence in military campaigns.
Biden issues an ultimatum, but Netanyahu reveals a red line of his own
Days after the Israeli Defense Forces accidentally fired on a convoy of workers from the World Central Kitchen who were distributing food in Gaza last week, killing seven, President Joe Biden spoke to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by telephone. According to the White House readout of the call, Biden demanded that Israel “announce and …
Five Very Scary Things
Five very scary things that might happen, are such because they are avoidable. The worst case scenarios don’t have to happen.
Visibility Due to Our Warriors, by George McClellan
Last Friday, 05 April 24, had been designated Vietnam Green Beret Veterans Recognition Day. I don’t know who made that proclamation
How World War 3.0 Could Begin: Ukraine’s Potential NATO Membership
“I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones.”
– Albert Einstein
Understanding the Realities of Humanitarian Aid in Conflict Zones
Humanitarian aid workers who volunteer to enter combat zones need to do so with a clear understanding of the risks involved.
Looks like we Trumped Red China; His protective tariffs ignited a worldwide backlash against the commies.
The news on Monday morning was dominated by stories of an economic recovery by Red China, of a recession that the U.S. press had largely ignored.
The Strategic Case for Washington, DC as a Potential First Target in Hypothetical World War 3.0
From a strategic standpoint, Washington, DC, emerges as a compelling and logical target for several key reasons
The Hamas-shielding AP, went too far; By seeking a journalism prize for its propaganda, AP showed it is irredeemably evil
Under leadership no longer moored to facts or objectivity, AP has become a worldwide propagandist for Hamas and other Islamic terrorists. Commies, too.
Understanding the Dual Military Framework of the United States
Understanding the dual military framework of the United States is essential for policymakers, military leaders, and the public alike.
Wealth and War: The Role of Wealthy Individuals in the Civil War
During the U.S. Civil War, the role of wealthy individuals in raising and equipping military forces played a significant but complex role.
What Could Trigger an American Existential Crisis?
Our current chief executive stood before a red backdrop in Philadelphia screaming at what he called the “semi-fascist MAGA extremists” – people who hold different political views than his own. Does he have a cool enough head to avoid triggering a chain reaction that could lead to a very dangerous place?
Past the Point of “NO RETURN,” Civil War 2.0
The Balkan Civil wars of the mid-1990s were not just distant conflicts in a faraway land; they were harbingers of profound lessons that we, as a nation and a military, have regrettably begun to forget.
Unsung Heroes: The Vital Role of LRRPs in Modern Warfare
Reconnaissance and surveillance are not just strategic tools but lifelines that safeguard our forces and ensure victory on the battlefield.
Remembering October 7th: Preserving the Memory of Unconscionable Evil
The events of October 7th represent some of the darkest and most horrifying acts imaginable, serving as a stark reminder of the depths of human depravity.
Everything Is Wonderful at West Point
The Superintendent of the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY sent a letter to all graduates saying after 18 months of deliberation with unnamed stake holders, the Senior Army leaders changed the mission statement of USMA to align it with Army Values. Indeed, it is implied, everything is wonderful at West Point. Beat …