Boston Dynamics’ BIGDOG
June 30, 2008
I recently received an email (for the third time) about a military K9 unit in Iraq. It’s about an allegedly 200 pound dog named Brutus whose heroic rescue of four American soldiers captured by insurgents earned him the Congressional Medal of Honor. Most would read this account and immediately smell bullshit or, in this case, dog shit. But for some reason it continues to get forwarded around the world and, presumably, believed by those who receive it. Read more
Redefining the Role of the US Military (Part II of IV)
March 6, 2008
In part I, I outlined just how big our military is in terms of people and budget. In addition, I mentioned that the next few posts would outline a new policy with regard to deploying our courageous men and women who wear the uniform outside of the country. This post is in regard to our multiple overseas bases. Read more
Redefining the Role of the US Military (Part I of IV)
March 5, 2008
It is an undeniable fact that the U.S. has the most powerful military the world has ever seen. And it should be when you consider the resources we put into it. The U.S. spends about $500 billion per year (which is about 50% of total military expenditures around the world) on its military. As a result, many people make the mistake of assuming the military’s power comes from money and gadgets. It doesn’t. What makes our military the best in the world is its people and we should keep that in mind whenever we discuss its role. Read more
The Truth about 9/11. Conspiracy Theorists are Idiots.
February 18, 2008
In early July of 1989, while traveling in Europe, I looked up from my warm pint of lager to see the first video images of Colonel William Higgins’ lifeless body on the news. About a year earlier, he had been captured in Lebanon by Hezbollah terrorists. Read more
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