Category: American Military

June 21, 2008

John Murtha’s Unhappy Birthday Surprise: Haditha “Massacre” Unravels

Filed under: American Military, The Democrats, War On Terror - 21 Jun 2008

June 17, 2008 was a huge day in the life and time of America’s demented old lefty from Pennsylvania, the dishonorable John Murtha, Democrat, of course. To begin with, this corrupt anti-American celebrated his 76th birthday.

May 31, 2008

Garrison Keillor Mocks Patriotism

I guess out on Lake Blowbegone, patriotism isn’t kosher? Keillor just seems, nose in the air, to find all that lowborn patriotism so woefully gauche. At least, one might get that impression by reading the attack penned by Garrison Keillor …

May 29, 2008

Memorial Day… A Great Time For Stories About How Bad Our Troops Are

On the weekend when America finds her citizens taking just a little time out of their cluttered and busy lives to pause and memorialize the sacrifice of those who have served and protected us all, the media always sees fit …

May 26, 2008

Four for Posterity

Filed under: American Military, American Society & Heritage - 26 May 2008

This weekend, there are millions of Americans ready to celebrate the adventures of Indiana Jones. There are those talking of American Idol winner David Cook. Many are excited about race car driver Danica Patrick’s upcoming attempt to take the Indianapolis …

Make Memorial Day Memorable

Filed under: Featured Conservative, American Military - 26 May 2008

Every time Memorial Day and Veterans Day comes around my mind goes to the many times I’ve attended parades and special observances put on by the cities in our area and the various veterans organizations. Several of those times my …

May 22, 2008

Renewing our Focus on Afghanistan

Over the past few months, several factors have contributed to what appears to be a renewed focus by the Bush administration on the war in Afghanistan. Of course, the ongoing violence in Iraq is still center stage at the White …

May 14, 2008

Memorial Day - The Right Reason to Celebrate

Filed under: American Military - 14 May 2008

It cannot be said for sure if Bill Vaughan’s is tongue-in-cheek or dark humor. However, there is no doubt that patriotism has lost much of its fervor due to lack of faith on governments which run the country. Young men …

May 9, 2008

Iraq Is Not Lost Because The US Military Is Still There

I vividly remember my father sometime in 1980 (he was 70 years old at the time) cursing at the television when the Iranians were parading American hostages through the streets. My father was a quiet, reserved man that I never …

April 30, 2008

Former Defense Secretary Rumsfeld Viewed as Innovative by Chinese Military

Filed under: American Military, Foreign Countries & Policy - 30 Apr 2008

While liberals, Democrats and members of the news media openly showed distain for Rumsfeld when he served as President George W. Bush’s top military commander, the Chinese military hierarchy viewed him as an innovator, especially when it comes to military …

April 24, 2008

Global Pressures Outpace Military Funding

Filed under: American Military - 24 Apr 2008

As the leader of the free world, the United States has a responsibility to lead. This has been our reality as a nation since the 1940s. As such, we need a well-funded military. Today, however, our military forces are desperately …

April 19, 2008

Innovative Equipment Transforms Soldiers Into Land Warriors

Filed under: American Military - 19 Apr 2008

Recently, the U.S. military outfitted team leaders in the legendary 4/9 infantry with new Land Warrior gear for use on the battlefield. The gear, 15 years in development, is a system of devices designed to increase a soldier’s awareness, mobility …

April 18, 2008

Global War on Terrorism: The Cost of Freedom

Filed under: American Military, War On Terror - 18 Apr 2008

Since 2001, Congress has provided the Department of Defense with hundreds of billions of dollars in supplemental and annual appropriations for military operations in support of the Global War on Terrorism.

April 16, 2008

Obama Big Money ‘Bundler’ A Hugo Chavez Supporter, Will Media Report?

Adding to the growing mountain of evidence that Barack Obama either intensely dislikes the very country of which he wants to be elected president, or at the very least surrounds himself with those who do, news is breaking that one …

April 14, 2008

21st Century Warfare: The Future Combat System

Filed under: American Military, American National Security - 14 Apr 2008

The Future Combat System (FCS) program — which comprises 14 weapons systems and a state-of-the-art information network — is the centerpiece of the Army’s effort to transition to a lighter, more agile, and more capable combat force.

April 12, 2008

Put a Shine on This, Madam Speaker

Our inimical lich of a House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was at it again last week, subtly sabotaging our military’s efforts in Iraq, potentially demoralizing and compromising our troops in a transparent election year political ploy. On April 4, Pelosi admonished …

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