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4 Stars At The Wall

2007-10-22T12:30:00.000-07:00

"These are yours not mine" was the inscription left at the wall under the names of three soldiers who died in the Vietnam War. Along with those words were the four stars of former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Peter Pace.

Left for the boys that earned them for him.

House To House: A Must Read

2007-10-15T09:30:00.000-07:00

Probably the best book I have ever read, hands down. House to House will take you inside the fear, rage, heroics and courage of The Fight for Fallujah. The title of the book says it all. Battling the enemy from one house to the next. I have read many books on war in general and on Iraq specifically, but nothing comes as close to actually being there as this book does.

SSG David Bellavia and his men are moving from house to house. His men get pinned down in a room with several barricaded insurgents fighting from the next room over. Everything is tried and nothing works to kill the insurgents, the only option that is left is to go in there and face ‘em down. SSG Bellavia enters the hallway and begins suppressive fire toward the insurgents allowing all of his men to escape.

It does not end there, the insurgents are still an imminent threat. Bellavia decides to do the dirty work himself. He enters the house again, but what he doesn’t know is that the insurgents are doped up on adrenaline. In a face to face battle, Bellavia kills several insurgents in the first room. Bellavia hears something in the closet and thinks it’s the Boogieman. Before he can react, another insurgent jumps from the closet and is cut down by Bellavia.

Bellavia moves upstairs and takes machine gun fire from only feet away. He cuts down another insurgent. Another one fires from the first room. Bellavia tosses a grenade in and stuns the insurgents. He enters the room. A hand to hand battle ensues, Bellavia punches and smashes the insurgents face with his helmet, the enemy will not give up. The insurgent produces a hand gun and a round goes off. Bellavia is finally able to get to a knife on his belt and plunges into the enemy.

In the end of what seemed like an eternity long battle between Bellavia and the insurgents, Bellavia walked out of the house and six insurgents lay inside dead. Realistically, he killed several of them more than once. If they were not doped up they would have dies much sooner. Bellavia continued fighting for days after this incident. He was nominated for the Medal of Honor and received the Silver Star.

American Hero, Navy SEAL Mike Murphy

2007-10-15T08:49:00.000-07:00

As a follow up to my post regarding Operation Redwing, where a four man SEAL sniper team battled two hundred Taliban fighters to lose three of its four members, Lt. Mike Murphy will be posthumously receiving the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions that lonely day in Afghanistan. His family will accept the medal at the White House next week.

US Attack On Our Ally Turkey?

2007-10-15T08:48:00.000-07:00

Has anyone stopped to think of the Democrats’ motivations regarding the resolution convicting Turkey of Genocide against the Armenians back in World War I? I understand they want to make everything right even if it was something that happened before any of them were born, but their motivations are not to document genocide and list Turkey as the committer of it. No, just like raising taxes to help support the war as they claim, but rather gaining dissent against the war, this is just another tactic used to help defeat the American soldiers on the ground in Iraq.

Turkey is one of strongest allies not only in the region but in the War in Iraq as well. By passing this resolution against the Turks for something that happened so long ago, we risk Turkey pulling its support from us. Not only will we lose their support, we may lose their cooperation regarding US bases in Turkey. Turkey borders Iraq and acts as our main land based supply line into Iraq. If we lose this route into Iraq, it will become inherently difficult to get supplies to our troops in a timely manner. It will also affect our response capabilities with strike aircraft based in Turkey.

This is just another way for the Democrats to try and lose this war. They will continue to try plots such as these to try and affect the outcome of the war. Instead of just battling on the grounds that they do not believe we should be in Iraq, they have to resort to sulky activities such as these.

Attempted Attack on US Embassy In Vienna

2007-10-05T12:34:00.000-07:00

On Monday, officials arrested an Islamic Bosnian after he entered the US Embassy in Vienna wearing a backpack filled with grenades, plastic explosives, shrapnel and a Muslim prayer manual. A second suspect was arrested Tuesday.

Not much information on this yet but it adds to the running tally of attacks, attempted for fulfilled, that we find ourselves the victim of.

San Jose Man Held For Aiding Terrorists

2007-10-05T07:31:00.000-07:00

A judge ruled in favor of federal prosecutors, stating that a San Jose man charged with aiding terrorist must remain in jail pending his trial. Rahmat Abdhir was arrested on August 2nd after a federal grand jury indicted him for aiding terrorists. Abdhir, a computer engineer, was caught sending weapons, camouflage clothing and thirty radios to his brother, Zulkifli Abdhir, 41, a high ranking members of an Al-Qaeda off shoot group. Zulkifli Abdhir is designated as a “specially designated global terrorist” by the US government. Parts of the radios that were sent were used as a detonator in a terrorist bomb blast that killed five people in the Philippines last year.

The American Standard

2007-10-04T09:39:00.000-07:00

So I have been accused of being over the top, on the radical right just as far off center as the left wing nut jobs that seek to destroy our country. Let me ask you this, do you know what is happening within and to our country? Considering yourself a moderate or just right there of will not win the war against the enemy or those who seek to destroy our country within. Let’s review some of the current events that occurred recently.

General Petraeus goes before Congress and issues the much anticipated report on Iraq. He stated that although we have a long way to go to complete our mission, we have been successful. MoveOn.org responds by taking out a full page ad in the New York Times stating, General Petraeus or “General Betray Us” just because they did not like what he said. The New York Times also gave MoveOn.org a significant discount to run this add, showing their alliance with the organization and the left.

A “soldier” claims to have come back from Iraq and stated that he has committed many atrocities, including gunning down women and children leaving a Mosque. It is determined that this person never really served in the military after being kicked out of boot camp. His entire story was fictitious in an effort to undermine support for the war and he was sentenced to 5 months in jail for falsifying his military record. Rush Limbaugh, referring to this individual and others who have done the same, called them “phony soldiers”. The left wing propaganda machine spun his comment to mean that all veterans who are against the war are “phony soldiers”, not just the ones who are actually making war crimes up.

When MoveOn.org ran the ad, there was disgust and up-roar about not supporting our troops and attempting to disgrace a decorated war veteran. When people asked politicians to go on the record and condemn the ad, left wing extremists like Harry Reid refused to do so. Now, with Limbaugh’s comment taken out of context, Harry Reid was the first person to stand on the floor of Congress and condemn his remarks.

A store in Reno, Nevada flies the Mexican flag above the American flag. Federal law codifies the display of the American flag and that no other flag should fly above it, however it is not an enforceable law. A veteran goes to the store and without violent incident or interference from the store owner cuts both flags off the pole. The veteran stated that the American flag would not be desecrated on his watch. Instead of the incident being a mute issue or the owner of the store facing legal troubles, it is now being discussed that charges be brought against the veteran for protecting the American flag.

School Districts in Illinois have added Ramadan to the list of official holidays to be observed by the schools. Illinois schools have also banned Halloween and resorted to calling Christmas a winter festival. All this to avoid offending Muslims at the risk of offending others.

Soldiers coming home from Iraq land in Oakland for a layover while en route to their base in Hawaii. Oakland airport states that the troops are not welcome in the main terminal and instead are directed to sit in a warehouse hundreds of yards away out of the view of other passengers.

The United States Marine Corps silent drill team is traveling the country performing demonstrations for enthusiastic crowds. They prepare to perform in San Francisco and want to film the event for publicity purposes. San Francisco refuses to let them perform stating nothing as their justification. San Francisco is the same city that tried to ban the US Navy Blue Angels jet team from flying at the annual fleet week last year.

Congressional “leaders” of our country have resorted to referring to members of the US military as being things less than heroic. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) compared members of the US military to Nazi guards, Rep. John Murtha (D-PA) accused military personnel of being “cold blooded killers” and Sen. Ted Kennedy (D-MA) stated “Saddam’s torture chambers reopened under new management, U.S. management”.

Democrats have come up with a new tactic in their war on war. In a revived effort to cut and run from the War, democrats think they can scare Americans by raising taxes. They claim they can better manage the war with more money created from raising taxes. Hello! This is the same group that battle President Bush when he asks for more money to fund the war. The Democrats believe that by raising taxes, Americans will be un-willing to pay and thus be more susceptible to the idea of pulling out of Iraq.

I am sure there are many more examples I could lists but you get the idea. Put aside the War in Iraq, Afghanistan and other places, this is directed towards what we are doing to ourselves. United we stand, divided we fall. Ever heard that one? Uniting as a country under one goal is the only way to win. I understand that is idealistic and we will always be split down the middle, but do we have to be split on things such as Flag desecration and bowing down to Muslim demands at the sacrifice of long standing American traditions. Do we have to play political games and bicker back and forth, while we name call our troops and refuse to stand on their behalf?

We should all be ashamed of ourselves. Those of you who commit these acts and defile our nation’s moral foundations and destiny and those of us who fail to stand for what is right. If you refuse to stand on behalf of what is right then you are just as wrong as those who stand on the other side.

It’s common sense. Even if you are against the War, that does not mean you have to act with callous disregard to our men and women in uniform or for what America stands for. America stands for all that is just and right in this world. You can argue about how we go about accomplishing things but you cannot argue that the goal of America is freedom and peace.

This is a defining moment in time. Inaction accomplishes nothing. Take a stand for what is righteous. We are Americans…let’s start acting like it.

Lone Survivor: Operation Redwing

2007-10-02T10:32:00.000-07:00

Operation Redwing was designed to kill or capture a high ranking Taliban leader in the Hindu Kush Mountains of Afghanistan. The mission was assigned to a four man sniper unit of Seal Team 10. They were to infill behind enemy lines and lay eyes on a village suspected to hide the Taliban leader. The enemy opposition was estimated to be 80-200 hardened Taliban fighters. The mission was to get in undetected, kill or capture the leader and exfill without confronting the Taliban fighters. The mission would end with the label of being the largest loss of Special Operations life in history.

In his book, “Lone Survivor”, author and only surviving members of the four man sniper team, Marcus Latrell relays the following chain of events that tested his SEAL training and mental toughness.

The four members of SEAL Team 10 fated for this mission were commanding officer Mike Murphy, Matthew Axelson, Danny Dietz and Marcus Latrell. They infilled into the mountain range and hiked through the night with 65 pounds of gear a piece on very technical terrain. The made into their hide or observation point early the next morning and laid eyes on the village.

After a while, three Afghans came upon them. Fearing they were Taliban, the SEALs took the upper hand and engaged the Afghans. They claimed they were goat herders and not Taliban, a statement made more plausible due to the sheep surrounding them. The team knew that if they released them they would most likely alert the Taliban. They had to decide whether to release them or kill them. Due to fear of reprisal for their actions back home they elected to let them live.

Shortly after, the team noticed approximately 100 Taliban fighters standing on the ridge preparing their attack. The “goat herders” had alerted the Taliban. Now the four SEALs were faced with battling 100 Taliban. The Taliban began to close on their general position not knowing exactly where they were. The fire fight started when one Taliban got to close and was dropped by Latrell.

The battle raged for hours. The Americans were falling back as the Taliban pressed their attacks. Several times the Americans were almost overrun when the Taliban had their flanks covered. During the relentless combat there after, Dietz took six AK 47 rounds at different times. After each shot, he returned to the fight and continued dropping the enemy. At one point Dietz was being dragged away after taking an AK 47 round. He held his M4 rifle up with one hand and was continuing to kill Taliban fighters.

As the enemy continued pressing their attack, the four SEALs continued killing them. It was approximately 45 Taliban against each SEAL. As the SEALs continued gunning down and killing them enemy more and more appeared on the ridge. They were constantly re-enforcing their ranks and pressing the attack.

The SEALs were still battling hard. Axelson, who had already been shot in the stomach, took another round to the head which blew off the right side of his head. After staggering up the hill, he regained his sense and continued engaging the enemy.
Commanding Officer Mike Murphy attempted to get comms with a QRF but was unable. As a last resort, he moved into the clear risking being shot by the Taliban to make a last desperate cell phone call. He made contact and asked for help and stated his men were dying. Back at base, other SEALs immediately mounted up and moved into the mountains by helicopter. While trying to get to their buddies, the helicopter took an RPG round and crashed. All SEALs on board and the 160th SOAR Nightstalker crew perished.

By this time, Mike Murphy, Matthew Axelson and Danny Dietz were dead. Latrell was blown down the mountain and was able to avoid capture. Over the next day, Latrell watched as the enemy searched for him and was able to kill several more of them.

Members of the local village came upon Latrell and discussed whether to help him or turn him over to the Taliban. The villagers are not Taliban but do help them in the mountains. An old tradition says that if they take someone in to the village they must protect him with their lives. They elected to help him and hide him from the Taliban.

Over the next six days, the village elder helped Latrell survive, dressed his gunshot and shrapnel wounds and evade the Taliban. Later, the village elder would walk 65 miles to an American base to inform them of Latrell’s position. During the six days they had many close calls involving the Taliban looking for Latrell but with the help of the villagers, he was able to stay alive.

In the end, Latrell and several members of the village left the village to move to an American friendly base several miles away. As they left, they became encircled by the Taliban. Just then, an American Ranger came out of the bushes and greeted Latrell. Latrell informed them of the enemy’s positions and air strikes began pounding the enemy.

The loss of special operations life on this mission is unfathomable, but much must be said about the character of these men. To sustain so much tragedy as a team, all suffering from gunshot and shrapnel wounds, seeing their friends and brothers die and they did not quite. They continued to fight, killing over 100 hardened Taliban fighters. These men are true heroes, the sacrificed everything for each other, so that the other guy would live. This is what our American military is all about. These are the greatest men of our generation.

US Airstrikes Pound Possible Bin Laden Location

2007-09-27T12:36:00.000-07:00

In a secretive mission conducted in late August, US forces killed many Al Queda terrorists while attempting to kill Bin Laden himself. Intelligence suggested that a pre-Ramadan meeting was to occur in the mountains of Tora Bora, including the presence of high value targets, specifically Bin Laden or Ayman al Zawahiri. Intelligence also suggested that is was most likely Bin Laden because of observations made on the ground of his security detail.

Members of the 82 Airborne and Afghan forces moved into the mountain passes and cut off possible escape routes. A SEAL team was infilled at night to put eyes on target. Once in position they called in enemy locations and US air strikes pounded the mountains for three days.

Although it has been confirmed that neither Bin Laden or Zawahiri were killed in the air strikes, US forces found many dead Al-Queda terrorists within the rubble.

Officials believe that Bin Laden was there and the reason he was not killed is because of US military cooperation between units. The SEALs are a clandestine unit capable of moving into an area un-detected and conducting surveillance of the target. The 82 Airborne, on the other hand, while a formidable fighting unit is not made for clandestine operations and cannot move as quickly as a small unit like the SEALs. The lack of coordination between these units is suspected as having been the reason why Bin Laden was not killed in the attacks.

Although the mission did not get Bin Laden, it did get numerous other terrorists and for this reason the mission was a success. We are getting closer to getting Bin Laden; and if nothing else he will be on the run for the rest of his days, not knowing who is coming in the darkness of night and how they will take his life.

Hope Rides Alone: By An American Hero

2007-09-21T12:48:00.000-07:00

Two days ago, Wednesday, September 19, 2007, at 7am, American Hero Sgt. Eddie Jeffers was killed during combat operations in Ramadi, Iraq. Godspeed Eddie and thanks for doing, with honor, what many of us cannot comprehend. Below are Eddie's words:

Hope Rides Alone by Sgt. Eddie Jeffers February 1, 2007, Ramadi, Iraq

I stare out into the darkness from my post, and I watch the city burn to the ground. I smell the familiar smells, I walk through the familiar rubble, and I look at the frightened faces that watch me pass down the streets of their neighborhoods. My nerves hardly rest; my hands are steady on a device that has been given to me from my government for the purpose of taking the lives of others.

I sweat, and I am tired. My back aches from the loads I carry. Young American boys look to me to direct them in a manner that will someday allow them to see their families again...and yet, I too, am just a boy....my age not but a few years more than that of the ones I lead. I am stressed, I am scared, and I am paranoid...because death is everywhere. It waits for me, it calls to me from around street corners and windows, and it is always there.

There are the demons that follow me, and tempt me into thoughts and actions that are not my own...but that are necessary for survival. I've made compromises with my humanity. And I am not alone in this. Miles from me are my brethren in this world, who walk in the same streets...who feel the same things, whether they admit to it or not.

And to think, I volunteered for this...

And I am ignorant to the rest of the world...or so I thought.

But even thousands of miles away, in Ramadi, Iraq, the cries and screams and complaints of the ungrateful reach me. In a year, I will be thrust back into society from a life and mentality that doesn't fit your average man. And then, I will be alone. And then, I will walk down the streets of America, and see the yellow ribbon stickers on the cars of the same people who compare our President to Hitler.

I will watch the television and watch the Cindy Sheehans, and the Al Frankens, and the rest of the ignorant sheep of America spout off their mouths about a subject they know nothing about. It is their right, however, and it is a right that is defended by hundreds of thousands of boys and girls scattered across the world, far from home. I use the word boys and girls, because that's what they are. In the Army, the average age of the infantryman is nineteen years old. The average rank of soldiers killed in action is Private First Class.

People like Cindy Sheehan are ignorant. Not just to this war, but to the results of their idiotic ramblings, or at least I hope they are. They don't realize its effects on this war. In this war, there are no Geneva Conventions, no cease fires. Medics and Chaplains are not spared from the enemy's brutality because it's against the rules. I can only imagine the horrors a military Chaplain would experience at the hands of the enemy. The enemy slinks in the shadows and fights a coward’s war against us. It is effective though, as many men and women have died since the start of this war. And the memory of their service to America is tainted by the inconsiderate remarks on our nation's news outlets. And every day, the enemy changes...only now, the enemy is becoming something new. The enemy is transitioning from the Muslim extremists to Americans. The enemy is becoming the very people whom we defend with our lives. And they do not realize it. But in denouncing our actions, denouncing our leaders, denouncing the war we live and fight, they are isolating the military from society...and they are becoming our enemy.

Democrats and peace activists like to toss the word "quagmire" around and compare this war to Vietnam. In a way they are right, this war is becoming like Vietnam. Not the actual war, but in the isolation of country and military. America is not a nation at war; they are a nation with its military at war. Like it or not, we are here, some of us for our second, or third times; some even for their fourth and so on. Americans are so concerned now with politics, that it is interfering with our war.

Terrorists cut the heads off of American citizens on the internet...and there is no outrage, but an American soldier kills an Iraqi in the midst of battle, and there are investigations, and sometimes soldiers are even jailed...for doing their job.

It is absolutely sickening to me to think our country has come to this. Why are we so obsessed with the bad news? Why will people stop at nothing to be against this war, no matter how much evidence of the good we've done is thrown in their face? When is the last time CNN or MSNBC or CBS reported the opening of schools and hospitals in Iraq? Or the leaders of terror cells being detained or killed? It's all happening, but people will not let up their hatred of President Bush. They will ignore the good news, because it just might show people that Bush was right.

America has lost its will to fight. It has lost its will to defend what is right and just in the world. The crazy thing of it all is that the American people have not even been asked to sacrifice a single thing. It’s not like World War II, where people rationed food and turned in cars to be made into metal for tanks. The American people have not been asked to sacrifice anything. Unless you are in the military or the family member of a service member, its life as usual...the war doesn't affect you.

But it affects us. And when it is over and the troops come home and they try to piece together what's left of them after their service...where will the detractors be then? Where will the Cindy Sheehans be to comfort and talk to soldiers and help them sort out the last couple years of their lives, most of which have been spent dodging death and wading through the deaths of their friends? They will be where they always are, somewhere far away, where the horrors of the world can't touch them. Somewhere where they can complain about things they will never experience in their lifetime; things that the young men and women of America have willingly taken upon their shoulders.

We are the hope of the Iraqi people. They want what everyone else wants in life: safety, security, somewhere to call home. They want a country that is safe to raise their children in. Not a place where their children will be abducted raped and murdered if they do not comply with the terrorists demands. They want to live on, rebuild and prosper. And America has given them the opportunity, but only if we stay true to the cause and see it to its end. But the country must unite in this endeavor...we cannot place the burden on our military alone. We must all stand up and fight, whether in uniform or not. And supporting us is more than sticking yellow ribbon stickers on your cars. It's supporting our President, our troops and our cause.

Right now, the burden is all on the American soldiers. Right now, hope rides alone. But it can change, it must change. Because there is only failure and darkness ahead for us as a country, as a people, if it doesn't.

Let's stop all the political nonsense, let's stop all the bickering, let's stop all the bad news and let's stand and fight!

Isn't that what America is about anyway?

Wise Words

2007-09-21T12:32:00.000-07:00

America will "pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, in order to assure the survival and the success of liberty".

What changed in America today, when these words were spoken by John Kennedy not long ago?

Alive Day Memories

2007-09-21T12:11:00.000-07:00

I walked into the living room and turned on the TV. There was no rhyme or reason to when I got home and when I turned on the TV, but as soon as the picture developed, the screen read: "Alive Day Memories, Home From Iraq". Amazing, a documentary produced by James Gandolfini, that I knew about but had not had the opportunity to see. Now, here it was.

I watched as Gandolfini interviewed ten different soldiers who had been horribly injured in Iraq and lived to tell about it. I say Gandolfini interviewed them but in reality he sat and listened intently to each of these brave Americans talk about their brush with death, saying little.

Graphic video showed IEDs tearing apart Humvees, maiming the soldiers manning their posts. The documentary was not spun in either direction, it was the straight up truth about what each of these soldiers saw and felt.

Several soldiers, although proud of their service, still woke up every night seeing and living a personal hell when they re-lived in their mind the horrors of combat. Some said they would never go back and others said if given the opportunity they would go back. One soldier, now confined to a wheelchair had half his head ripped off causing a severe traumatic brain injury. He wants to go back to the Marine core as a drill instructor. Another Marine had both of his legs blown off, but even with no legs he was happier than ever when he took his kids ice skating.

Liberal or Conservative, if one watches this documentary you are moved by its power. These are our children, fathers, mothers, husbands and wives. Their sense of patriotic duty surpasses all understanding and for those who do not feel it, it is difficult to explain. Their words do not come easy and neither do the images. They braved the world and fought just as hard to tell the truth to America.

For these brave men and women, and the countless others injured in the War in Iraq, they now have two birthdays, the day they were brought into this world and their Alive Day, the day when they stepped over the line into death and came back.

Check out the link: http://www.hbo.com/aliveday/

SF Snipers Charged With Murder

2007-09-20T10:45:00.000-07:00

Two SF Green Berets from Fort Bragg's Operational Detachment Alpha, Third Battalion, Third SF Group are being charged with murder despite a justifiable ruling when initially investigated. The two were part of a classified 12 man operation working in a village on the border of Afghanistan and Pakistan last October. The rules of engagement stated that if they spotted the target, Nawab Buntangyar a terrorist cell leader, and postively identified him they could kill him. The two men, one senior and the other junior on the rifle, spotted Buntangyar and the senior officer gave the order to shoot. Buntangyar was shot once in the head from 100 yards and and was killed instantly.

SF Commanding General in Afghanistan, Frank Kearney, stated the killing appeared to be unjustified and illegal. Kearney pushed for charges to be leveled against the two even after an initial investigation ruled the shooting was justified. Kearney is the same General who forced a Marine unit out of Afghanistan because he believed they used unjustified force against Afghans during their missions.

As a General you would think Kearney would understand the realities of war. War is fast, fluid, unknown, scary and dirty. We have asked our troops to go to a horrible country, kill the enemy and help re-build a democracy. We don't know the whole truth behind the event but I am hard pressed to find any reason or any circumstance where we would want to try our own men for the murder of an Afghan. Allow me to explain.

ROE or not, if this guy was a terrorist cell leader, which he was reported to be, then I am glad he is dead. Why wouldn't we want to split his skull with a bullet? If he was not a terrorist leader or he was mis-identified as the terrorist leader they were looking for then those are the breaks of war. War is not a concisely planned event where all outcomes can be predicted. Best intel said he was a terrorist so we killed him. Another scenario was that he was a goat herder, an "innocent" bystander. I find that a little difficult to believe. The Taliban and Al-Queda are using any and all villages, especially along the border, to hide out and launch offensive terrorist operations from. If this was the case either he was helping them or would undoubtedly report the American presence to the Taliban fighters. The Taliban often use these "farmer" types as look outs and recon elements. Any way you look at it, the death of this Afghan means nothing in the grand scheme and certainly does not justify the trial of these two American heroes who were only doing what we asked of them.

Let me cement this with an example. Four members of SEAL team 10 were conducting operation Redwing in the Hindu Kush mountains of Afghanistan on a similar mission. While waiting to take a precision sniper shot at a terrorist leader, they were stumbled upon by 3 "goat herders". They decided the right thing to do to save their lives and complete their mission was to kill the "innocent farmers". Their conscience got the best of them and they let them go. Within hours, upwards of 200 armed and deadly Taliban fighters descended on their hide, obviously directed there by the three goat herders for the Taliban. Four SEALs battled the hardened Taliban at a ratio of 45 Taliban to every American. Three SEALs were killed and one miraculously survived.

So, no matter what the situation was, I find it hard to stomach that we would try two SF snipers for killing the bad men we sent them to kill. These men should be given medals for going behind enemy lines to face the enemy. They killed that bastard and I thank them for it. By killing him they saved the lives of countless Americans that would have died if he would have lived.

Chemical Weapons Accident Kills Syrians & Iranians

2007-09-19T06:50:00.000-07:00

Information has been uncovered proving that Syria and Iran are working together to proliferate weapons of mass destruction. Syria has long been known to be the leader in the Middle East of chemical weapons. On July 23, sources stated that Iran and Syria were working together in an attempt to mount a chemical warhead on a Scud missile. An explosion occurred causing an outbreak of sarin nerve gas. The accident killed dozens of Iranian engineers and 15 Syrian officers. The accident occurred in Syria.

Vague reports were circulated but nothing officially reported by Syria, who has not signed the Chemical Weapons Convention pact or the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty.

To what degree this is a factual report I do not know. However, as any person with common sense knows, there is a degree of truth to everything. Iran and Syria are actively working for the destruction of their enemies.

The Vietnam War Memorial Is Vandalized

2007-09-18T08:54:00.000-07:00

The Vietnam War memorial, simply known as The Wall was vandalized recently. An unknown corrosive substance was spread and splattered across two thirds of the base of the wall. The Wall itself along with the pavers leading up to the names of more than 58,000 Americans who died in Vietnam we discolored. Some of those 58,000 names were also scarred with the substance.

I have heard time and again from anti-war activists who claim they will deface The Wall but never seem to follow through with it. Veteran defenders often provided security during protests while our fellow Americans were dying overseas at that very moment. I was hopeful that it was all talk, but someone finally decided that it was time to disgrace themselves in this cowardly act. What a sad tribute to so many Americans who did for our freedom.

As much as I believe in justice and equality, I hope that the criminals who perpetrated this treasonous act are brought to justice in the dark alleys of America's heartland.

US Airstrikes Kill Taliban Leader Of S. Korean Kidnappings

2007-09-18T08:23:00.000-07:00

Afghan officials announced today, that US air strikes had killed a high ranking Taliban leader involved in the kidnappings of 23 South Koreans teenagers several months ago. Taliban leader, Mullah Abdullah Jan was killed along with 12 other Taliban while they congregated in a mud hut in the Afghan mountains. Afghan officials claim Jan is the 5th and most high ranking Taliban leader involved in the kidnappings to be killed.

Big brother, the US military, is always watching and when you slip up and go taking kids hostage you can expect a timely death when the time is right. When you here that whistling, don't look to your neighbor...that sounds is coming from the JDAM about to bonk you on the head.

Iran Plans Strike Of 600 Rockets Into Israel

2007-09-17T12:31:00.000-07:00

A website affiliated with the Iranian regime stated that if Iran or Syria is attacked, then Iran's first response will be to launch 600 Shihab-3 missiles into Israel and US targets in Iraq. The Shihab missile has a range of at least 1,300km and can strike anywhere in Israel. On Sunday, French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner stated, "Iran does whatever it pleases in Iraq ... one cannot find in the entire world a crisis greater than this one."

Iran has shown its willingness to be an active participant in this evil plot to destroy the civilized world. Everyone claims that diplomacy is the key to victory with Iran; well, there can be no victory or even an acceptable outcome. Civilized Iranians want to become a west-like society but are being forced into this deadly game by their rogue government.

Iran's government and their leader Ahmadinejad are deniers of the Holocaust. They provide financial assistance and weapons to terrorist organizations such as Hezbollah and Hamas. They are in cahoots with Syria in the development of nuclear weapons, they send terrorists into Iraq to kill Americans, they continually threaten Israel, a nation who only wants peace. The list continues.

Why would any American accept the garbage spewed by the Iranian government. I do not recognize anything their government stands for and only their conversation to common sense, peace or their own destruction do I support.

Hugo Chavez & His War On America, And Now Mexico

2007-09-14T07:22:00.000-07:00

Mexican intelligence released today, information linking Hugo Chavez to the bombings of 6 Pemex gas pipelines in Veracruz on September 10th. Claiming responsibility for the attacks was the subversive terrorist group Revolutionary Popular Army or EPR. The EPR is financed by the government if Hugo Chavez, including money and weapons.

In 2005, officials discovered in a Veracruz port, a vessel containing containers full of hundreds of AK-47 assault rifles. This shipment was intended to deliver to EPR addressees. Other armament shipments have been traced from their EPR receivers through numerous different entrance points within Mexico. Another subversive group terrorist was identified entering the US through the Canadian border carrying materials and propaganda, including bomb making information.

For those who don't know, Hugo Chavez is the owner of Citgo gas, the gas station commonly seen at 7-11 mini marts. He has also imported and provided free of charge, oil used for home heating to residents on the east coast of the US. Now, why he attacked the Pemex gas pipelines I cannot say, obviously it was a beneficial move on his part and the part of the EPR to benefit Venezuela's gas exports. I can say that exporting free oil into the US for home heating in the east is a propagandous move to attempt to win the hearts and minds of some Americans. He believes these few Americans will affect his standing when the times comes to wage a war against the United States in the media. Similar to how the media is proving to be a decisive tool in the war in Iraq right now.

Whatever the case, it is obvious that an open border between US and Mexico is a threat to the national security of the US. I have reported numerous times, that Al-Queda, Hezbollah and many other terrorist groups are using the southern border to their advantage to smuggle weapons and cells into the US for the sole purpose of waging a war behind enemy lines in the heartland of American.

Around The World Of Terrorism In 80 Seconds

2007-09-13T14:46:00.000-07:00

On the 6th anniversary of 9/11, a 600 pound bomb was disabled in Turkey. The bomb was concealed inside a minivan parked at a local market place. Turkey is an ally of the US.

10 Iraqis were arrested in Lima, Peru attempting to pass through and enter the US on forged passports. One Iraqi escaped. The group is believed to have ties to Al-Queda.

Freelance Muslim terrorist arrested in Dearborn, Michigan park carrying loaded AK-47. He was wearing dark clothing and had his face painted in camouflage.

A man on the terrorism watch list was arrested in New Jersey after he was observed taking pictures of an Interstate 80 bridge that spans between Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

South Korean students kidnapped and held hostage in Afghanistan by the Taliban were treated like slaves for three weeks and told to convert of die.

This was an instalment of around the world of terrorism 80 seconds. It all starts to add up even for those of you who believe terrorism is isolated to far regions of the world and for those of you who believe if we just let sleeping dogs lie we will not get bit. Well guess what: they are actively trying to catch us off guard so they can conquer and kill us, whether we convert of not. Well, I for one will not submit...ever.

N. Korea Provide Nuclear Material to Syria / Iran?

2007-09-12T07:18:00.000-07:00

Israel claims they have spotted what they believe to be a nuclear installation inside Syria with components they believe to be provided by North Korea. This information was gleaned from recon flights over Syria. News agencies in Israel report that Israeli fighters may have launched an attack against the suspected installation. Others believe that if a attack was launched it was most likely an attack against a weapons cache headed to Hezbollah from Iran while making its way through Syria.

On North Korea's suspected involvement, a North Korean official stated, "This is a very dangerous provocation little short of wantonly violating the sovereignty of Syria and seriously harassing the regional peace and security...The Democratic People's Republic of Korea strongly denounces the above-said intrusion and extends full support and solidarity to the Syrian people in their just cause to defend the national security and the regional peace".

Is there anything to be said?

Russia Tests Worlds Most Powerful Vacuum Bomb

2007-09-12T06:36:00.000-07:00

Russia announced Tuesday that it has successfully tested the worlds most powerful vacuum bomb. The bomb, named "Father of all Bombs" has the destructive power of a nuclear bomb without the fallout. The bomb, which they insist does not conflict with any international treaties, causes massive destruction with an ultrasonic shock wave and incredibly high temperatures. A Russian authority stated, "all that is alive merely evaporates".

Compared to the US Massive Ordinance Air Burst bomb or MOAB, the Russian FOAB is four times more powerful with the equivalent of 44 metric tons of TNT. The temperature at the epicenter of the blast is twice as high.

Russian president Putin has recently ordered strategic bomber missions be flown on a regular schedule requiring NATO and other friendly nations to scramble fighter jets to intercept and escort them to deter any attacks. It is unknown if any of these bombers are already deploying the FOAB when they fly their missions.

If the Cold War did not heat back up with the resumed bomber missions, then it certainly has now. Their is no reason for the defunct Russian government to began this "arms race" with the rest of the world. Russia is not the target of any nation and by resuming strategic bomber flights
they only serve as an instigation to other countries to do the same. By testing and presumably deploying a bomb of this magnitude when they have no reason to use it as they are not involved in any of the current campaigns to ride the world of terrorists, it only serves as a first strike weapon against NATO or US forces.

I do not believe Putin is dumb enough to attack the US but when he steps down shortly, we cannot be sure what will happen in the vacuum he leaves. I doubt Russia's nuclear arsenal is in full control and I also doubt that their inventory of these bombs would be in control either. To insure the doctrine of mutually assured destruction or at least to maintain pace with the Russian military and maintain their defensive capabilities, other countries must maintain step with the Russian government and their military tactics. This can only create another arms race similar to the Cold War.

IDF Soldiers Attacked While Sleeping

2007-09-11T06:59:00.001-07:00

In the early morning hours of Tuesday, while Israeli Defense Forces slept at a training camp, they were attacked with Kassam rockets without provocation. Shortly after the rocket attacks wounded 69 soldiers, motors rained down on the Gaza strip. The Islamic Jihad claimed responsibility for the attack. Hamas, which is held responsible for the attack because of their control over the region, stated this was a victory given by god. The IDF forces did not retaliate most likely as to not disrupt the up-coming peace summit.

Why do we continue to try and negotiate a peace between the Israelis and an enemy that commits atrocities like this. Attacking IDF soldiers for no reason, attacking citizens by raining rockets and motors down on them and kidnapping, torturing and murdering Israelis. Land for peace deals will not satisfy Hamas, Islamic Jihad or any other Islamic extremists. The only thing they want is the blood of Americans and Israelis. They seek only destruction and death.

We Are Making Progress In Iraq

2007-09-11T06:40:00.001-07:00

According to General David Petraeus, the objectives of the military surge in Iraq are, "largely being met". The Iraqis are shouldering "more of the load" and Al-Queda is "off balance". Violence across Iraq is down particularly in the al-Anbar province and Baghdad. IED attacks, suicide bombings and other high profile attacks are down dramatically from the pre-surge levels.

Due to the success of Multinational Force Iraq, Petraeus can recommend a steady with drawl of 30,000 troops by next summer, starting with a brigade of 4,000 Army soldiers by next month as well as 2.000 Marines. Petraeus warned that a massive pull-out favoured by Democrats would leave Iraq in a state of un-rest and Al-Queda would certainly rise up and fill the vacuum. Petraeus stated, "a premature draw-down of our forces would likely have devastating consequences".

This is good news, we are making positive progress. We will still have setbacks in Iraq when dealing with a non-traditional and unpredictable enemy, but we will also have triumphant times when we can take pride in our positive affects in that country. One things remains clear no matter what happens over there: we must continue to support our troops and be proud of their dedicated service. We must do everything we can to help them complete their mission and give them the tools they needs to finish the fight and win.

Fortitude & Victory

2007-09-06T14:59:00.000-07:00

"I call upon all who love freedom to stand with us. Keep your faith staunch. Our arms are resolute. Together we shall achieve victory."

-broadcast by Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower

June 6, 1944

The Games They Play

2007-09-06T06:22:00.000-07:00

Syria announced today that they fired on an Israeli military aircraft that violated Syrian airspace. Syrian government officials stated that the aircraft crossed the northern boarder from the Mediterranean, broke the sound barrier and dropped some ammunition in the norther deserted desert. The Syrians then claim to have fired on the aircraft forcing it to leave their airspace.

A Syrian spokesperson stated, "We warn the Israeli enemy government against this flagrant aggressive act, and retain the right to respond in an appropriate way".

Lets not forget first and foremost that Syria is a state sponsor of terrorism, especially Israelis enemy Hezbollah. Second, why would an Israeli enter Syrian airspace and drop ammunition in the deserted desert. The Syrians have no proof or they would have produced a box of ammo with the Israeli flag printed on the side. If the aircraft did in fact enter, I am sure that is was a mistake on the route the aircraft was flying. For the Syrians to provoke a response by firing on the aircraft just goes to show their mentality in working toward the peace process.

Germany Twarts Terrorist Attacks Against US

2007-09-05T07:20:00.000-07:00

Three Islamic terrorist were arrested today on charges of possession of bomb making materials and plans to attack US military instillation's and US personnel in terrorists attacks. Germany's elite GSG-9 anti-terrorist group made the arrest after surveillance efforts against the three revealed they had been watching US military installations and had been procuring bomb making materials.

Upon arrests, the three were found to have enough hydrogen peroxide to make bombs equivalent to 1,200 lbs of TNT.

The terrorists were part of a newly formed German cell of the Islamic Jihad Union, influenced by Al-Queda. The three, two Germans and one Turk, had trained in Pakistan and nursed "a profound hatred of US citizens".

We can throw this one on the pile of evidence that Islamic terrorism is seeking the un-deniable destruction of the United States and its citizens. These people are willing to conduct terrorist operations in their own country, even targeting their own people as collateral damage just to kill a few Americans.

SSG David Bellavia Rushes Into Insurgent Fire

2007-08-31T14:46:00.000-07:00

In the fight for Fallujah, SSG David Bellavia and his unit were assigned the task to sweep and secure a city block where some insurgent activity was suspected. They had searched numerous houses finding nothing. They came upon one house and found numerous insurgent weapons including AK-47s and RPGs.

They continued searching the house. As they moved down the hallway, two insurgents popped up at the end of the hallway. One began spraying machine gun fire at Bellavia and his troops. The other was preparing to fire and RPG down the hallway which would have killed every troop in the hallway. Bellavia engaged the enemy and shot them both.

Bellavia continued moving down the hallway with his men behind. Another insurgent popped out and engaged Bellavia, simultaneously an insurgent popped out of a closet directly to Bellavia's side. The insurgent tripped coming out, most likely saving Bellavia's life. Bellavia shot and killed one and the other ran up the stairs to another bedroom.

Bellavia ran after the insurgent and tossed a hand grenade into the room injuring the enemy. As he entered the room, he heard the voices of two other insurgents in the next room preparing an ambush for the American troops outside and below. Fearing he would give his position away by shooting the insurgent, he engaged in hand to hand combat. After fighting on the ground, Bellavia was able to retrieve his knife and kill the insurgent by cutting his throat.

The two other insurgents entered the room where Bellavia was and began spraying the room with machine gun fire. Bellavia returned precision rifle fire and killed both of them.

Bellavia's surge into enemy fire and superior combat skills saved the lives of his men and the men located outside the building that were about to be ambushed. Bellavia was nominated for the Medal of Honor and received the Silver Star for actions.

Lead from the front!

BlackFive Features Soldiers Angels Needs

2007-08-31T12:50:00.000-07:00

From Blackfive:

Calling All Angels!Posted By Blackfive
With the Surge in full swing and fighting escalating in Afghanistan, there is a growing need to help our wounded, and the families of the wounded and the Fallen soldiers. Soldiers' Angels is there for them and they need your help to keep providing support. Funds are drying up. Soldiers' Angels needs donations now.

If you can't donate cash, you can Adopt a Soldier or a Platoon of Soldiers, you can join one of the teams to help support our troops with your valuable time, donate your airmiles to help a soldier and his family reunite, donate your cell phone or even your car....I could go on and on.
If you've been around here for awhile you know how I feel about these people. They need our help. Here are some of the things that they do that you may not know about:

This is a request for a flight for a soldier injured in Germany:
...Situation was a soldier in Germany fell off a bridge landing on his head and is in very critical condition and not sure if he will survive or not. He is currently at BAMC DC. He needed flights for the parents, which Fisher House wouldn't do because his injury didn't occur in Iraq or Afghanistan...so I went ahead and took care of that for him. It was approximately $500 for each ticket and I did get travel insurance with it as well, given his status is so touch and go...

This is from a Major about a unit in Afghanistan:
...A unit was on patrol and was engaged by hostile fire. The company commander was killed along with another soldier. In the ensuing fight numerous other soldiers were wounded. Two of those soldiers were medevac'd to Walter Reed. One lost an eye and will continue to have corrective surgery for probably sometime. The other had his leg shattered and will have a steel rod surgically implanted. After the company commander was killed, the senior ranking officer became a young Lieutenant who had to make some quick decisions to save the lives of the rest of his young soldiers. This Lieutenant was very good friends with the company commander. The unit is based out of Germany, but the Lieutenant and the family of the deceased Captain are from the DC/Virginia area. To make a long story short, the unit in Afghanistan sent the Lieutenant to the DC area to act as the unit representative. He departed with little guidance and no advance travel pay. He paid for his own ticket to get from Dallas to DC. He called this office from Ireland to seek guidance and incurred over 300 dollars in phone charges. He is strapped for money at this time. He also asked if there was anyway to possibly borrow some class A uniforms for the 2 soldiers at Walter Reed so that they could attend the graveside services of their company commander. Any help you can give would be greatly appreciated not only by me, but by all of Americas Hero's...

Soldiers' Angels is also trying to get that Company Commander's family to the funeral at Arlington, too.

This is what the Soldiers' Angels do. Anywhere, anytime, whatever the need is, they take care of our military family.

Yes, there are plenty of things our government could do better. But you can sit around and listen to politicians whine about it and take care of their own self interests. And while that happens you can be the one to make a difference.Please donate now.

Top Taliban Leader Killed In US Led Attack

2007-08-30T06:28:00.000-07:00

Taliban insurgents ambushed an Afghan army unit today. US forces attached to the Afghan unit responded with ground fire and an air strike. Mullah Brother was killed in the fighting. Mullah Brother was the Taliban's military commander before the fall of the Taliban. He was also a member of the Taliban council. He was identified and placed on the black list of wanted Taliban insurgents.

Great job guys, keep up the good work.

Straight From Elmo's Mouth

2007-08-28T12:43:00.000-07:00

Referring to US forces in Iraq, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad stated, "The political power of the occupiers is collapsing rapidly...Soon, we will see a huge power vacuum in the region. Of course, we are prepared to fill the gap, with the help of neighbors and regional friends like Saudi Arabia, and with the help of the Iraqi nation."

You have heard it from bloggers, military commanders, the President of the US and now Ahmadinejad himself. Iran is an enemy who seeks to fill the security vacuum in Iraq if we do not destroy the insurgency first.

Top Ten US Military Slogans

2007-08-28T07:06:00.000-07:00

10. We don’t like collateral damage, but it helps to stay the @#$% out of our way.

9. Total destruction in 30 minutes or the next one is free.

8. Often mistaken for the wrath of God.

7. We kill foreigners so you don’t have to.

6. If everything is exploding around you, that’s probably us.

5. Dictator got you down? Ask about our new “regime change” policy!

4. Just point at what you want dead.

3. Trying to win hearts and minds, but willing to splatter them if necessary.

2. When it absolutely positively has to be destroyed overnight.

1. We’re from the government, and we’re here to kill you.

Yousuf-The Face Of Tragedy

2007-08-27T15:04:00.000-07:00

One day little Yousuf went outside to play with some friends when he was cornered by several insurgents. According to Yousuf, "they poured gasoline, burnt me and ran". Yousuf began burning to inevitable death. He brought his hands to his face in an attempt to smother the flames. He was unable to quench the flames and the fire spread to his hands. His mother ran outside and found her son engulfed in flames...burning.

Yousuf survived but is clearly disfigured. His injuries have forced him to learn out to eat differently. He has become jealous of his sister and kids refuse to play with him because of his scars. Yousuf used to play outside all the time and now he sits by himself and plays with the computer.

When you question our resolve to win the war and whether the lives of our soldiers are worth it, remind yourself of what this enemy is capable of. Is the sacrifice of American blood worth saving a child from a savage attack like this in the future?

I think so.

Front Line Reports From Iraq

2007-08-27T14:54:00.000-07:00

We are winning!

Author and Columnist, Ralph Peters is currently reporting from Iraq and the news is good. Peters states, "Now the Sunni Arabs who were fighting so bitterly against us are fighting
beside us to destroy al Qaeda in Iraq. And the terrorists are going down". Peters feels, "Al Qaeda is on the verge of a humiliating, devastating strategic defeat - rejected by their fellow Sunni Muslims".

The surge is in full effect. A permanent curfew is in effect and vehicle traffic has been restricted in an effort to deter and reduce vehicle borne improvised explosive device attacks. While politicians at home snivel about what the war is costing their careers, our boys on the front lines are destroying the enemy and winning the war. We must allow enough time for our tactics to work.

Israel Under "The Flag Of Satan"?

2007-08-23T15:18:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad stated that Israel was the "flag of Satan" and destined to fall apart. During an international religious conference, Ahmadinejad stated, "the Zionist regime is the flag bearer of violation and occupation and this regime is the flag of Satan".

Just another reminder of what Iran's philosophy is regarding Jews and the survival of Israel.

Staying The Course And Winning The War

2007-08-23T08:44:00.000-07:00

In a speech yesterday to the Veteran’s of Foreign Wars, President Bush compared the war in Iraq and Afghanistan to WWII and Vietnam. However, instead of admitting defeat and comparing our losses to those suffered in Vietnam, he made it perfectly clear what it will take to defeat and enemy who he compared to Nazis and Imperial Kamikazes led by an evil ideology.

The War was not waged by us, but against us. We were attacked on our sovereign soil. Now the enemy uses suicide tactics in an effort to deter the American people from war because of its brutality. In an interview with Osama Bin Laden shortly after the 9/11 attacks, he stated “the American people had risen against their government’s war in Vietnam. And they must do the same today”.

The goal of the Islamic extremists is to terrify the American people to the point where we demand that our government brings our troops home. If we do this, they have won. Pulling out of Vietnam may have saved some American lives but how many South Vietnamese were tortured and killed after we left?

President Bush stated, “today the violent Islamic extremists who fight us in Iraq are as certain of their cause as the Nazis, or the Imperial Japanese, or the Soviet communists were of theirs. They are destined for the same fate.…So long as we remain true to our ideals, we will defeat the extremists in Iraq and Afghanistan…”.

In Gary Bauer’s “End of Day” report he states the following, “Hitler and Hirohito were not intimidated by our ideals. They were not defeated by diplomacy. It took blood and iron to bring Berlin to its knees. It took the horror of atomic destruction to pacify the kamikazes. It will take much more than our “ideals” to prevent another Dark Age from engulfing the civilized world. Securing America’s future will require the sacrifice of lives and treasure. Our veterans understand that, even if too many of our elites do not”.

Iraqi Militants Admit Training Ties With Hezbollah

2007-08-20T12:44:00.000-07:00

Iraqi Mehdi insurgents, led by Muqtada al-Sadr, have admitted to receiving advanced guerrilla warfare tactics in Lebanon with Hezbollah. One insurgent stated he spent a month in Lebanon receiving training and, "learned how to take advantage of an armoured vehicle’s weakness, and how to wait and kill the soldiers who try to escape". A different insurgent stated he was with a group of 100 other insurgents and stated that Hezbollah showed them, "real tactics and taught our snipers”. This information was received from intelligence gathering by British soldiers and from one of Muqtada's speeches to the Mehdi army.

Interesting how everything in that region is tied together huh?

Iraq, Iran, Lebanon, Israel,.........they are all characters in the same play.

The Cold War Just Heated Back Up

2007-08-17T06:57:00.000-07:00

Russia and China have joined forces...literally, in an apparent show of force directed towards the United States. In an exercise conducted on Russian soil, thousands of Russian and Chinese soldiers conducted military operations, which included fighter jets flying overhead.

Separately from these military exercises, Russian President Vladimir Putin has re-instated long range Russian bomber missions reminiscent of the Cold War. These missions are designed to take Russian bombers to a location close enough to the United States for the purpose of nuclear weapons release. NATO jets were scrambled to escort the Russian bombers.

It seems neighbors of the Middle East are finally waking up and trying to get a piece for themselves. First of all this should worry the United States. China is an ally of North Korea, another rogue regime with the goal of creating a nuclear arsenal of its own. Second, Russia is a defunct nation (or so we thought) with an already developed nuclear arsenal and no clear indication of who is in control of them. Now China and Russia have formed a coalition against the US under a group called the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.

The SCO was created 11 years ago to address religious extremism and border security issues in Central Asia. Signing on as observers and attending SCO summits is Iran and its President, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, yet another fanatic seeking nuclear weapons.

In the past, SCO has demanded that US military bases in Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan be vacated. The SCO also now demands that radar and missile interceptions system, put in place for strategic defense and not offensive operations, be removed or not placed in Poland and the Czech Republic.

The dots are connecting themselves and you can clearly see who is against us and who is with us. Russia, China, North Korea, Iran, they are all against us and in bed together to prevent the globalization of US interest and peace itself. After all, the globalization efforts of the US, no matter your opinion on them, are directed toward achieving peace around the world. We must remain vigilant. As I have said, it will get worse before it gets better. Not only are we dealing with Islamic extremism and its radical spread around the world, but now the Cold War has re-emerged and shown itself to be inherently connected to our current wars and conflicts in the Middle East.

American Hero Cpl. Jason L. Dunham

2007-08-15T06:35:00.000-07:00

On April 14, 2004, Jason was on patrol in Iraq near the Syrian border with his unit K Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines. The patrol encountered and attempted to subdue an insurgent. During the struggle the insurgent dropped a bomb. Jason selflessly ripped his helmet off his head and threw himself on top of the bomb using his helmet to try and deflect the blast.

The insurgent, thrown clear of the blast, attempted to run but was immediately gunned down by fellow Marines. When the smoke cleared, Jason's helmet was ripped to shreds and Jason lay face down in a pool of blood.

Jason had received major shrapnel wounds to his face but he was alive. Jason would remain alive but unconscious for eight days before succumbing to his wounds at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda with his mother and father at his side. He was 22.

Jason's dedicated actions saved the lives of his fellow Marines. Due to his heroic actions, Jason was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor in January of this year. No greater gift than for one man to lay his life down for a friend. Jason not only laid his life down for his friends and brothers but he laid it down for all of us. So that are families would not know the evil wrath that he faced on that fateful day.

God bless Cpl. Jason L. Dunham, American Hero. Thank you for what you did.

Don't Let 'Em Stick It In Your Backdoor

2007-08-14T10:58:00.000-07:00

I have previously reported on Hezbollah conducting drug and terrorism operations in the Tri-Border region of South America. This alone should frighten us into securing our border, but now we have information that Islamic terrorist are infiltrating Mexico and South America, learning to speak Spanish and adopting Hispanic sur names. They are involving themselves in the drug cartels and adopting their strategies for entry into the United States. They are doing this to implant terrorist cells into the US. They know that the border is the backdoor to the US.

When will we realize that our families' security is only as secure as our borders? All the arguments regarding foreign worker programs and the benefits that should be afforded to illegals means nothing if we are in a state of war on our own soil. We must first secure the US and then maintain that security before we worry about how families from Mexico will be offended or affected.

Surge Effect

2007-08-14T08:43:00.000-07:00

According to military commanders in Iraq, the Surge is working. Since troop strength was increased 6 months ago, major attacks on American soldiers has declined 50%. The month of July saw 70 major attacks, down from 130 in March. Major attacks are inclusive of high profile attacks favored by Al-Queda.

Not only are attacks down due to the Surge but also because Iraqi are turning against Al-Queda. Tribal forces, once the enemy of US troops, are now working with US troops to locate and destroy Al-Queda.

So now that the positive effects of the Surge are producing themselves, why are we listening to the left wing anti-war radicals who want us to leave and conceded victory? The goal is finally beginning to be revealed. Not only is our own military getting the job done but Iraqi are finally standing up and defending themselves. This is what we want. We don't we help them succeed instead of dooming them to defeat?

Good job boys, keep up the good work.

Chertoff Analyzes Airline Plot

2007-08-07T07:28:00.000-07:00

Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff offered the details of the thwarted attack last summer that led airlines to ban all liquids from airlines... a ban that is still in effect.

One year ago, Islamic terrorists had planned and were preparing to execute a terrorist attack on the United States that would have rivaled 9/11. There plan was to smuggle liquid explosives aboard 7-8 airliners entering the US from London. While in flight the explosives would be prepared and detonated. British authorities worked diligently on the case and in a raid that lasted 12 hours through the middle of the night, they arrested 24 British Muslims and 7 Pakistanis.

Chertoff stated the enemy did their research and knew how to circumvent security, although he would not state how because he did not want to release active security measures in place. However, the terrorists were planning on smuggling the liquids on board disguising them as sports drinks. One security expert stated that experts were, "stunned at the extent that the suspects had gamed the system to exploit its weaknesses."

We have been issued the report on the events of this terrorist plot and still we do not pressure those who complain or worse yet try to deviate from active security measures. A group of Muslim Imams board an airliner and begin testing not only airline security but the resiliency and dedication of our American people to protect themselves by displaying those actions which would likely present themselves before a terrorist attack. The Imams are arrested and are now filing a law suit against the airline and the citizens who reported their suspicious activity.

Why are we allowing this? Common sense should guide our attitudes and behavior regarding our own security. If we feel something is wrong, then something is wrong. Why not take extra precaution instead of not enough? The enemy is testing us still and will strike at a time of their choosing when they feel we are the weakest. We must remain vigilant. Another attack has been fore-shadowed to occur within the next 90 days according to reports. The question is not IF another attack will occur but WHEN.

Attack On American Cities Likely

2007-08-03T07:17:00.000-07:00

From Gary Bauer's End of Day report:

Counterterrorism expert Juval Aviv believes that an Al Qaeda attack on
several American cities is likely within the next ninety days. Aviv
states, "I predict, based primarily on information that is floating in
Europe and the Middle East, that an event is imminent and around the corner
here in the United States. It could happen as soon as tomorrow, or it
could happen in the next few months. Ninety days at the most."

Aviv’s warning should not go unnoticed. He has a respectable background
that includes service as an Israeli Counterterrorism Intelligence Officer
and as a special consultant to the United States Congress on terrorism and
security.

Another indication that an attack on the United States may be in the works
is the release of a new Al-Qaeda video titled, "Wait for the Big Surprise."
The video shows a digitally altered image of President Bush and Pakistani
President Musharraf engulfed by flames with the White House burning in the
background.

Despite the fact there has not been a major terrorist attack on American
soil since 9/11, Aviv’s remarks and this new Al Qaeda video remind us that
the enemy has not retreated and still desires to inflict great harm on the
United States. Other American intelligence agencies have recently
suggested that Al Qaeda operatives are in the United States and are waiting
for the right time to strike again.

The radical Left is convinced that if we get out of Iraq the threat of a
terror attack on the United States would be greatly reduced. They are
wrong. Our retreat would be seen throughout the world as a sign of
American weakness; it would be perceived in the Middle East as a victory
for Al Qaeda. And it would invite more aggression, not less.

The Left does not understand that our enemy is relentless and will stop at
nothing until our way of life is destroyed. Reports like Mr. Aviv’s are
sobering reminders of the war we are in with a persistent and patient
enemy.

The Ariborne Soldier

2007-08-03T07:06:00.000-07:00

"I was that which others did not want to be. I went where others feared to go. And did what others failed to do. I asked nothing from those who gave nothing, and reluctantly accepted the thought of eternal loneliness, should I fail. I have seen the face of terror, felt the cold sting of fear, and enjoyed the sweet taste of a moment of love. I have cried, pained and hoped, but most of all I have lived times others would say were best forgotten. At least someday I will be able to say I was proud of what I was!" - An Airborne Soldier

The Warrior....The Father

2007-08-01T08:12:00.000-07:00

On September 6, 2003, then Capt. Southworth, was leading a military police unit charged with training the Iraqi police. They were patrolling an Iraqi town when they stopped into a local orphanage. Upon they're arrival, a little orphan boy by the name of Ala'a, crippled by cerebral palsy and left for dead in the streets of Iraq, pulled himself across the floor, smiled and spoke sever English words to Southworth.

Ala'a's heartfelt actions crippled Southworth's emotions and a life long bond was formed. Southworth's tour was set to end in July of 2004 but he was able to visit numerous times over the months. Southworth was determined to bring Ala's home but under Iraqi law a foreigner could not adopt and Iraqi. Southworth was finally able to bring Ala's to the US for medical treatment. Upon his arrival in the US, Southworth was able to secure humanitarian parole for Ala's and adopted him as his son.

Ala'a is in school, fluent in English and learning to read. Doctors have donated their time to treat Ala's cerebral palsy and he is learning to walk.

Southworth's heroic story does not end here. In June of this year, US soldiers found 24 orphan's being severally neglected and on the verge of death. Southworth as well as several other soldiers are working to bring these children to the US for adoption. 40 families have already agreed to house the young children until they are adopted.

In 2005, Southworth was awarded the US Army's General MacArthur leadership award for his commitment to "duty, honor and country".

Whatever your opinion is on the war, you must admit that Southworth is true American hero. To sacrifice the ease of his own life and take on the challenge of loving and being a father to an Iraqi child with cerebral palsy is remarkable. Southwork recognizes Ala'a for what he is and that is a child, just like any other child, with a heart filled with love for his new dad. God bless Southworth as a father and for what he is trying to accomplish in the name of love.

Report On Gitmo Detainees Released

2007-08-01T06:33:00.000-07:00

A report issued by the Combating Terrorism Center at West Point found that virtually all of the Gitmo detainees have been investigated and found to be a threat to the security of the United States. 73% of detainees have been found to be a "demonstrated threat", while 95%, including the 75% fall under the category of "potential threat".

Demonstrated threat means they have satisfied at least one of the following criteria:

explicitly and without qualification supported or waged hostile activities against the U.S. or coalition partners
fought for al Qaeda or the Taliban or associated forces
received training in an al Qaeda or Taliban training camp
received training in the use of combat weapons beyond small arms (grenades, rpg's, ied's, sniper rifles, etc.)

Potential Threat means they played a supporting role in a terrorists cell or had expressed a commitment to pursuing violence against coalition forces in the name of jihad.

This report was issued to combat assertions by detainee advocates that they do not pose a significant threat to US soldiers and their captivity is illegal and un-necessary. As you can see these assertions are false. All of the detainees have been found to be an enemy of the United States and their actions, in whole or in part, have caused the deaths of our American service personnel.

More Evidence In Case You Had Any Doubts

2007-07-25T07:11:00.000-07:00

At a meeting between Syrian and Iranian officials that also included insurgents from Iraq, media outlets were treated to the post-US Iraq plan as envisioned by members of the axis of evil. The meeting, held in Damascus, revealed exactly what the enemy thinks of the US presence in Iraq, how they plan to use our own people against us and what the consequences will be for Iraqi who helped in defending and leading their democratic nation. Following are excerpt from Michelle Malkin's Hot Air blog:

Once the majority of American troops have left, the alliance plans to throw out the constitution, dissolve the parliament, cancel all resolutions issued from the Bremer era on, and disband the existing security forces and U.S.-trained Iraqi army divisions. The U.S. embassy in Baghdad, they said, would have to close — “as in Saigon. With helicopters on the roof” said Samarai — until Washington recognized a new, resistance-led Iraqi governing council, and offered compensation to all individuals and organizations affected by the war. Under the new leadership, all Iraqi citizens who worked for or cooperated with the current, coalition-backed government would be arrested. A “reconciliation council”, drawn in large part from the ranks of the armed insurgency, would then draw up plans for a permanent “technocratic” government — which would immediately seek criminal charges and file civil suits against the U.S. government and major American war supporters in international court.

“The American project in Iraq is now precarious,” said Nizar al-Samarai, a conference spokesman and former official in the Saddam Hussein regime. “We are sure of our victory now, so we decided to meet.”…“America doesn’t leave a country by force,” said Samarai. “Bush has been in a hole, digging deeper. So every year, it has become more difficult for America to leave Iraq. But what the muqawimma [resistance] movement has done is more than America can bear. Now there is not only a military battle in Iraq, there is a political battle in the U.S.” That part of the battle, he said, was nearly over. As for their summit, the delegates insisted it was merely postponed not cancelled. It will eventually be held — though perhaps not in Damascus.

Is there any question of what their intentions are? They will use the words of a few outspoken Americans against us in an attempt to turn political opinion against the war in Iraq. With draining support for our military the insurgency will continue to rise. When the day comes when America leaves, the insurgency, with the help of Iran and Syria, will over-throw the legitimate government and rule with a theocratic government led by terrorists. They will sweep through Iraq and anyone that assisted coalition forced will be killed. Iraq will seal the region's fate and the entire Middle East will fall into Jihadist violence. Israel will be encircled and attacked repeatedly. Terrorists attacks with the US will rise. Soon, we will be fighting an insurgency within our own country.

Soldiers' Angels Needs Your Help

2007-07-23T15:09:00.000-07:00

Soldiers' Angels needs your help...today!

Soldiers' Angels is an organization dedicated to assisting soldiers in combat theaters overseas and their families at home. The standard way people can help is to adopt a soldier. By adopting a soldier you are committing to writing just one letter a week and sending one care package a month. This is a small devotion of time you can give to send a little piece of home to our brave men and women overseas.

As of last week, Soldiers Angels received a request asking that 3,000 Marines from the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit be submitted for adoption by angels. We need everyone to step up and adopt a soldier. Not only do we need to get angels for these Marines but we need to make sure that every soldiers that is submitted gets adopted. These soldiers need to know that they are loved and appreciated.

I have adopted a young man by the name of Peter. I have written him and sent him packages. He finally found the time (in the middle of combat) to write back which I did not expect. He just got back from a short leave to the states where he was able to enjoy the birth of his first child. Sadly, he had to return to Afghanistan shortly after. Peter could be anyone to anybody. He is a Father, Husband, Relative and Friend. If a couple minutes that I take for granted can turn a day in Afghanistan into a better day then what choice do I have but to sacrifice for him. After all he is making a sacrifice for you and me and is willing to take a bullet for us.

Sign up today at www.soldiersangels.org

May No Soldier Go Unloved

Hezbollah All But Declares War On Israel

2007-07-23T12:51:00.000-07:00

In a recent statement to Al-Jazeera, Hezbollah leader, Sheik Hassan Nasrallah claimed that Hezbollah rockets can reach all of Israel, which he identified using the term, "occupied Palestine". In the 34 day conflict last summer between Israel and Hezbollah, Hezbollah launched approximately 4,000 rockets into Israel, none of which struck Tel Aviv. Now they claim that they could have struck it last summer but chose not to. Now Hezbollah claims they have upwards of 33,000 rockets available.

Nasrallah defiantly stated, "We in the resistance have weapons, and we openly declare that we have weapons, that we are completing our preparedness for a greater and more dangerous stage".

After reading this, maybe you could help answer a question for me. Why are trying to broker a land for piece deal with these people after they have clearly shown us once again what their true intentions really are?

Nasrallah referred to Israel as "occupied Palestine". That means he believes that Israel rightly belongs to the Palestinians and the mere presence of Israelis on their land constitutes and act of war. Their one and only goal is the destruction of Israel and its return to the Palestinian people, the same people who target and murder innocent Israelis with rocket strikes and kidnap and illegally detain Israeli soldiers.

Based on Nasrallah's statements, we know what their goal is and also how they plan to obtain it. They will surely choose an incident that they can exploit and again launch rockets into Israel in an attempt to strike fear into the hearts of the Israelis and kill some of them in the process. We must not attempt to broker deals between the righteous and the hate filled terrorists. We should continue to support Israel as an ally and only legitimate non-Islamic government in the region.

Defender's Creed

2007-07-19T10:43:00.000-07:00

This was submitted to my comments and was so truthful and motivating that I felt it should be reprinted for everyone.

The Defender's Creed
John Farnam

I accept and understand that human predators exist. Criminal or terrorist, they take advantage of our civilized society to prey upon the weak. They represent evil and must be confronted and defeated.

I believe that self-defense is a moral imperative, and that illegitimate force and illegal violence must be met with righteous indignation and superior violence.

I will not rely on others for the security of myself, my family and my community. I proudly proclaim that I run with a like-minded pack. I do not amble through life with the mind-numbed herd.

I will train with my chosen weapons, maintain them and carry them in a condition of readiness at all times. I will be mentally prepared and physically equipped to effectively respond to an attack or emergency.

I will constantly test myself against realistic standards to discover my strengths and weaknesses. I will turn weakness into strength.

I will seek to learn new skills and techniques, and then teach what I have learned to other members of the pack. Be it with firearm or blade, empty hand or blunt object, I will hit my enemies hard, fast and true.

I will live a quiet and unobtrusive life, but I will develop and retain the capacity for swift and decisive violence. I recognize that I am the modern equivalent of the traditional Minuteman, and that I may be called to service at any time against heavily armed enemies. I will respond effectively.

I accept that I am a pariah among some of my countrymen, and a quaint anachronism to others. I will not hold their ignorance against them.

I will win, or die trying.

I swear this creed before God, my family and my fellow citizens.

Top Iraqi Al-Queda Leader Nabbed

2007-07-18T06:50:00.000-07:00

Today, Central Command issued a statement stating that the highest ranking Al-Queda leader in Iraq has been caught. Khaled Abdul-Fattah Dawoud Mahmoud al-Mashhadani, also known as Abu Shahid, was captured in Mosul on July 4. Information obtained from Al-Mashhadani indicates that the group's foreign leadership, namely Osama Bin Laden, wields considerable authority over Al-Queda Iraq.

This is an excellent catch and Al-Queda will feel its impact. Although a catch like this will lead to dis-organization it will not ultimately lead to the enemy's destruction. We must allow US forces to continue the disorganization of the insurgent cells and networks until they have been so successful as to render Al-Queda in-operable. If we quit now, they will have time to re-organize and launch new and more deadly terrorist campaigns.

Band Of Brothers

2007-07-12T12:45:00.000-07:00

Not Every Generation Gets Called To Greatness

Operation Arrowhead Ripper

2007-07-12T12:39:00.001-07:00

Blackfive posts:

Staff Sgt. Clinton Yoder holds the hand of a 7-month-old baby he treated for a poisonous spider bite, June 23, in a village on the western outskirts of Baqubah, Iraq. Yoder is with 2nd Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment. Soldiers of 2-1 Cav., 4th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, from Fort Lewis, Wash., have sealed off the western side of Baqubah as their sister Stryker Brigade, 3-2 SBCT, also from Fort Lewis, Wash., continues to clear the city of Baqubah in a major offensive known as Arrowhead Ripper, launched on the city and its outskirts on June 18. Arrowhead Ripper aims to kill or capture all insurgents in Baqubah by sealing off the city and any avenues of escape. Meanwhile, Soldiers with 4-2 SBCT are meeting with village leaders and rendering medical aid to people in the outlying villages.

Good Job Boys, Keep Up The Good Work!

2007-07-12T12:28:00.000-07:00

Just in: Soldiers from the 4th Brigade Combat Team of the 25th Infantry Division have captured several high value targets. On July 10th, Strike Force Geronimo air assaulted into Kalsu, Iraq to hunt down Al-Queda terrorists wanted in connection with the kidnapping and murder of three America soldiers recently. They found their bad guys and took them into custody as well as some weapons and other terrorists materials.

It takes time, but we'll get 'em.

Terrorism Will Be Eradicated In Pakistan

2007-07-12T10:10:00.000-07:00

In an address to the nation, Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf vowed that Islamic extremism and terrorism will be eradicated in Pakistan. This address came after the Pakistani military stormed and re-took control of the Red Mosque.

Musharraf stated, "unfortunately we have been up against our own people... they had strayed from the right path and become susceptible to terrorism". This is the problem humanity is faced with. The problem is killing another human being. We must make a distinction between those who choose to live by the law and those who choose to break it. Those who choose to break it must be dealt with swiftly and certainly. If they choose to involve themselves in terrorism and war with others then they are the enemy and the enemy must be defeated.

Musharraf has made a bold statement against those who commit terrorism in his country. He has committed to himself a death sentence which the commission of will be attempted by Islamic extremist within Pakistan. However, some things in life are more important than one man.

Lets say Musharraf is assassinated or losses control in some other manner, the world and specifically the United States will be faced with several severe problems. First, Pakistan will be at risk of losing control of their nuclear weapons. That means terrorists will be in control of a nuclear arsenal capable of destroying many governments. Second, who will then control Pakistan's oil fields? Iran is already eyeing a possible security vacuum in Iraq, what would stop then from moving into Pakistan as well?

We must resign ourselves to victory at all costs. We are righteous and sometimes the righteous must make tough decisions that include killing the enemy.

End Of Day Report

2007-07-11T15:08:00.000-07:00

Gary Bauer's End of Day report today deserves to be reprinted in it's entirity, so here you go:

Recipe For Massacre

Retired military officer and author Ralph Peters penned a blistering
response today to the Washington politicians in both parties who are
pushing for a retreat from Iraq, calling them the "cowards on Capitol
Hill."

He predicts that if they succeed in forcing a withdrawal, the inevitable
result would be "a slaughter of the innocents – so many dead the bodies
will never be counted." He also speculates that Iran will fill the vacuum
left by America’s retreat from the Middle East and will effectively take
control of Iraq’s southern oil fields.

Peters is far from alone in his analysis. Virtually any military man in
Washington will tell you the same. Retired four star General Jack Keane
said today that Iran’s operatives are already all over Iraq, providing
weapons and advice to literally all of our opponents, whether they are
Shiites or Sunni.

Iran smells weakness, and you can bet our enemies across the world are
picking up the same putrid scent, and likely picking sides. We will be
less safe after a retreat, my friends – not more!

Finally, what about the men and women in Baghdad, Fallujah and Anbar
Province right now giving everything they have for America? Many of them
joined the U.S. military after 9/11 and after the war in Iraq began. Over
3,500 have died and another 25,000 have been wounded. They volunteered for
this war because they believed our country was serious about defeating the
Islamofascists who attacked us and who right now are planning the next
attack on our homeland.

This war is not yet won, and it is far from over. Do Reid and Pelosi,
Lugar and Voinovich, and the rest of the defeatists even think about what
it means to give up and cause the sacrifices of so many to be in vain?

"Anti-War Terrorists"

In previous reports, I have told you about the incredibly intolerant "hate
speech" that some on the Left have directed toward our young men and women
in uniform. As disgusting as signs like "We support our troops when they
shoot their officers" are, that is the price we pay for living in a free
society.

Our soldiers make incredible sacrifices – leaving loved ones for long
periods of time – and must fight and serve under intense conditions against
a brutal and vicious enemy, while adhering to the standards of our
civilized society. When a few break the rules, it’s front page news for
weeks, and they are prosecuted by our government.

But what happens when anti-war activism turns violent? If a soldier were
gunned down by an anti-war protestor, would that make the front page? Of
course not, and I bet you have never heard of Airman Jonathan Schrieken. I
had not until I read a column today by Michelle Malkin in the New York
Post.

Schrieken was shot in the chest at point blank range on the Fourth of July
by an individual who, according to police, was "suffering from mental- health problems." That may well be true, but it isn’t the full story.

The assailant, Matthew Marren, who committed suicide after he shot
Schrieken, reportedly left notes full of hatred for the government and the
U.S. military, and expressed how he "wanted to go out making a statement."
Instead of writing a letter to the editor or casting a ballot, it appears
as though Marren made his "statement" by shooting a soldier on the Fourth
of July.

Beyond a few articles in local papers, this story hasn’t been touched by
Big Media, but, as Malkin notes, just imagine if the scenario were
reversed: "What if a soldier had attempted to murder a peace activist over
the holidays in order to make a statement?"

The "good news" in this story is that Jonathan Schrieken was not killed and
is recovering. But the bad news is that whatever "mental-health problems"
Marren was suffering from appear to have infected whole swaths of anti-war
radicals, and even young congressional interns, as you may recall, who seem
to have trouble telling the good guys from the bad guys.

Our soldiers fighting in Afghanistan and Iraq are the good guys who have
liberated millions from the tyranny of the Taliban and from the "Butcher of
Baghdad." Today, they are doing their best to defeat an enemy that hides
in places of worship, beheads its captives, turns children into human bombs
and that has vowed to bring more death and destruction to our shores.

May God give them strength and courage, keep them safe and bless their
families for the sacrifices they have made!

Pakistani Army Storms Mosque, Kills Cleric +50

2007-07-10T12:44:00.000-07:00

In a pre-dawn raid this morning, the Pakistani army stormed the Red Mosque killing 50 terrorist militants, including their cleric Abdul Rashid Ghazi. At least 8 soldiers died in the raid, including many more wounded. Scores of hostages were rescued during the raid.

Ghazi was using the mosque as a headquarters for the training and indoctrination of militant Muslims who would then preach and spread radical Islam into the community. The ideology Ghazi was trying to spread was similar to what the Taliban used when
controlling the government of Afghanistan.

Ghazi stated, “The government is using full force. This is naked aggression”, "My martyrdom is certain now.”

Muslims Declare Sovereignty Over US & UK

2007-07-09T15:04:00.000-07:00

Just days after several failed terrorist car bomb attacks in London, several thousand Muslim extremists gathered at the London Central Mosque and chanted clerics who preached the overthrow of the US and UK and world domination of Islam.

Anjem Choudary, the co-founder of Al Muhajiroun, an organization with ties to the suspects in the London transit bombing several years ago, preached the overthrow of the British and American governments, stating that the Quran will one day rule over America. Shouts of "democracy, hypocrisy!" filled the streets as another cleric, Abu Saif stated, "Brothers and sisters, make no mistake. Make no mistake. The British government, the queen, the MPs in this country, they are enemies to you, enemies to Allah and enemies to the Muslims." Abu Saif is a suspected member of the Hizb ut-Tahrir, a cell who attempted to recruit the mastermind doctor who planned the Glasgow International Airport bombing.

I am afraid to say that we will see mass demonstrations here in the US in the not so distant future if we do not make a stand now against these radical religious zealots. The UK is paying the price for mass influxes of Muslims without regard to proper and standardized immigration processes. They have opened the gate and let the enemy bed down with them; now the enemy has awoken and is ready and positioned to fight.

Liberty has been guaranteed to Americans not those who are here illegally here in the US. We must use those resources at our disposal to identify, track and deal with these terrorists already within our "fences".

Another Motivational Re-enlistment

2007-07-09T12:16:00.000-07:00

After a roadside bomb destroyed his vehicle and shattered his right leg, Marine Cpl. Gareth Hawkins refused to be evacuated to medical attention until he could re-enlist in front of his fellow brothers. Hawkins figured no better time existed to motivate those around him.

Talk about a tough and dedicated Marine.

Insurgent Propaganda

2007-07-09T06:58:00.000-07:00

Check out some of the posters that insurgents within Iraq are positing on Islamic Jihadists websites. Along with a vast array of posters are instructions on how to post them. The posters pictured here are the tamest of the bunch. Several show bloody Americans some of whom are already dead. The posters are an attempt to sway America public opinion and scare the public into forcing the US government to take more action in bringing the troops home.

Now we have evidence that the enemy wants the US gone. The insurgents are telling us what they want and some here in the US and on capital hill are playing into their hand. A pullout of Iraq will embolden the enemy and they will continue to spread their evil hatred for America and the West to the rest of the world.

Our only hope is the absolute destruction of the enemy. It will be a long hard road but one that must be traveled.

July 4th Combat Reenlistment

2007-07-06T06:51:00.001-07:00

On July 4th, 588 soldiers, mostly on their 2nd and 3rd tours, reenlisted in a Multi-National Force-Iraq Reenlistment, Naturalization and Independence Day Ceremony held at Camp Victory in Baghdad. Additionally, 161 soldiers were sworn in as American citizens. Sadly, two soldiers, Sgt. Kimel Watt and Spc. Farid Elazzouzi were killed in combat action just days before they were to be naturalized as citizens.

General Petraeus had the following to say, "“Sgt. Kimel Watt and Spc. Farid Elazzouzi, who would have been in your ranks here this morning, were lost in recent combat action, giving the last full measure of devotion for a country that would have become fully theirs today”, “words can not express the admiration I feel for these two men or the sadness I feel for our nation’s loss and their families’ sacrifice”.

In this time of trial, it is so re-assuring to know that these soldiers know what they are fighting for...for you and me. Even more so, the soldiers who were naturalized, did so only after they have made a solemn pledge to defend America against it's enemies. For those two soldiers who gave their life for America when not even citizens yet, speaks to the kind of people who founded America and made it great. God bless them all.

Islamic Violence Grips Pakistan

2007-07-05T08:46:00.000-07:00

Pakistani security forces are stepping up efforts in an attempt to resolve a three day old siege at the Red Mosque in Islamabad by Taliban-style Islamic radicals. Forces blew holes in the Mosque walls and shot a tear gas volley in an attempt to scare or better motivate the terrorists to surrender. Reporters reported hearing a fierce gun-battle within the Mosque. The Mosque and attached school houses 850 students, mostly women and children. Released hostages report that the women and children are being used as human Shields to deter an attack.

The terrorists are trying to infiltrate a Taliban-style regime from rural Afghanistan tribes into urban Pakistan. The Lal Masjid movement as it is known, is currently upset about the destruction of illegally built Mosques in the region. Their current activities have resulted in the death of at least 17 people thus far. Recent terrorist acts perpetrated by the group include kidnapping a prostitute and attacking and vandalizing stores selling Western products. The group demands the enforcement of Islamic law.

This is just another example of the lengths the enemy will go to to ensure that Islamic law is the law of the land, including the law of America's land. They are using their own women and children as Shields to protect themselves as they spew their venomous ideological and religious fanaticism. They preach that their loving god Allah teaches peace yet they murder anyone who simply disagrees with them. For the Islamic extremists the only person that can ever truly be just and accepted is the Muslim man.

The Warrior

2007-07-05T06:53:00.000-07:00

“I am a soldier, I fight where I am told, and I win where I fight.”

“In case of doubt, attack.”

"May God have mercy upon my enemies, because I won't.”

"Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won by men.”

"War is the supreme test of man in which he rises to heights never approached in any other activity."

"A man must know his destiny… if he does not recognize it, then he is lost. By this I mean, once, twice, or at the very most, three times, fate will reach out and tap a man on the shoulder… if he has the imagination, he will turn around and fate will point out to him what fork in the road he should take, if he has the guts, he will take it."

"...many, who should know better, think that wars can be decided by soulless machines, rather than by the blood and anguish of brave men."

Thoughts from General George S. Patton Jr.

The Awakening

2007-07-03T12:34:00.000-07:00

The cage has been rattled and the giant has awoken; he is here now and ready to wreak destruction upon it's enemies. America is one of many enemies of the Islamic Jihad. Striking statistics and information is being leaked about just how deep we are all entrenched in this war. A pull-out of Iraq or anywhere else will not solve this problem. The enemy has resigned themselves to infinite war with you and me and will not stop until we are dead.

Statistics from the UK, whose Islamic immigration is largely out of control, shows exactly what we are up against. Over 2,000 Islamic terrorist are under surveillance and up to 30 terror plots are in the active planning or commission stages. This is just in the UK, lets not forget our domestically grown and educated terrorists here in the US. These are citizen terrorists that preach against their fellow citizens and instigate the overthrow of their own government, which they believe is unjust because it does not subscribe to Sharia law.

Tough times are ahead. We will again find ourselves under attack in the near future. However, we must resign ourselves that no matter the costs, victory is our only option. Victory is our only hope.

Our War Of Independence

2007-07-03T12:24:00.000-07:00

From Gary Bauer's End of Day report:

In recent weeks I have kept up a regular stream of reports on the struggles
confronting our country. As the 231st birthday of America dawns tomorrow,
let us set aside these concerns for a moment.

Instead, let us look back to that day in 1776 when 56 men signed the
Declaration of Independence and birthed a nation that was to become a
"shining city on a hill," the guardian of liberty and the leader of the
free world.

They were merchants, farmers, clergymen and lawyers, men who stood to lose
their wealth and standing in society for signing their names to that
document we cherish today. All their lives they had served as loyal
subjects of the king. They were all educated men who understood what they
were undertaking by rebelling against the British Empire.

While honoring their courage, Americans often forget the sufferings of the
Founding Fathers. For the most part, the War for Independence destroyed
the lives of these men.

John Hart, signer from New Jersey, had to flee the deathbed of his wife,
leaving his 13 children to disperse into hiding from the British, who
vandalized his farm. Returning a year later to find that his wife had
passed away, his children were missing, and his livelihood had been
destroyed. He died within weeks, dejected and alone.

Carter Braxton, a signer from Virginia, had his fortunes destroyed by the
British Navy. He sold his home and properties to pay his debts, and died
impoverished.

At the Battle of Yorktown, Thomas Nelson, Jr., signer from Virginia,
encouraged General Washington to fire on Nelson’s own house, which was
being used as a headquarters by General Cornwallis. Without a home, and
having lost his fortunes in the war, Nelson died bankrupt.

These are just a few examples of the sacrifices these men made for the
United States when it was little more than an idea. Countless more over
the history of this nation have given their lives for the cause of liberty.
And today in Iraq and Afghanistan, Americans are sacrificing again for our
nation.

As we celebrate and enjoy our freedoms on this Independence Day, let us not
forget the daily sacrifices of our men and women overseas. Let us
rededicate our hearts to our country and "with a firm reliance on the
protection of Divine Providence…mutually pledge to each other our Lives,
our Fortunes and our sacred Honor."

In closing, I would like to offer a brief word of encouragement to our
pastors who are on the front lines of the culture war. John Peter Gabriel
Muhlenberg is a lesser-known hero of the War for Independence. He was a
pastor and a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses. In 1775, a year
before the United States of America was to be born, he preached a sermon on
Ecclesiastes 3:1 "For everything there is a season and a time for every
matter under heaven." Pastor Muhlenberg closed his sermon with, "In the
language of Holy Writ, there is a time for all things. There is a time to
preach and a time to fight. And now is the time to fight." And
temporarily shedding his clerical robes, he revealed to the congregation
that he was wearing the uniform of an officer in the Continental Army.

VBIED Strikes Yemen Temple

2007-07-02T09:16:00.000-07:00

Everyone has heard of the terror plots and attacks across the UK over the weekend, ending in the successful, yet poorly planned, attack at Glasgow International Airport. What many have not heard about is the suicide car bomber that attacked an ancient temple in Yemen, killing 8 people, mostly tourist. The attack has been attributed to Al-Qaeda who has a strong presence in the area. Al-Qaeda was blamed for the bombing of the US Cole in 2000, which killed 17 US sailors and the attack on a French oil tanker two years later that killed one worker.

This is evidence that Islamic extremism seeks the undeniable destruction of all people who do not subscribe to Sharia law or Allah as their god. They will attack anywhere at any time, they will attack all Western nations and even kill their own to carry out the attack. They will continually strike until they finally succeed and they will even attack holy sites which they claim are safe ground. The enemy has proven their intentions time and again. When will people realize that when Muslims speak of peace, they do not include Christians, westerners or anyone else in ideal world. They will never seek or accept peace with us.

Anti-War Indoctrination and Propaganda

2007-06-29T06:39:00.001-07:00

Anti-war protesters have sunk to a new low. In an effort to rally people against the war and attend and anti-war protest they have put up fliers of the event. However, their grave mistake came when they compared the American soldier fighting for our freedom to the Nazi storm troopers of WWII. Although against the war, they claim to love and support our troops but they showed their true colors when they printed and posted these fliers.

These protesters are asking for a war of their own but because they don't believe in violence as the answer to problems, I guess they are just going to get their ass kicked by some red blooded American from the mid-west someday.

UK Terror Plot Foiled At Last Minute

2007-06-29T06:25:00.000-07:00

British police received information this morning of a van parked in the busy nightlife area of Piccadilly Circus that was smoking. Police responded and later alerted the bomb disposal unit. Turns out the van had another vehicle parked inside that was packed with gasoline, nails and detonators. The size of the vehicle born improvised explosive device and the number of the people in the area at the time would have equated to a large loss of life if it were not reported and disarmed. This specific designed attack matches several others attempted in the UK over the past several years according to MI5.

Europe and the UK specifically is being taken over by Islamic extremism and no one knew it until it was too late. Do we want America to suffer the same fate by not attacking the source of the problem right now? Terror attacks will continually be launched around the world, gaining intensity in Europe and moving into America. Our only hope is the undeniable destruction of Islamic radicalism. Granted, this is not an easy task and I believe traditional war will not resolve it to an end. However, even though this is not the war we envisioned, it is the war we are in. For now, we must kill as many insurgents as possible and leave Iraq with the most secure government we can. This is our hope for now.

Options For Iran

2007-06-27T06:31:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, former US ambassador to the UN, John Bolton, stated diplomacy has failed in dealing with Iran and he is worried about the continued existence of Israel. Bolton stated, "the current approach of the Europeans and the Americans is not just doomed to failure, but dangerous" he said. "Dealing with the Iranians just gives them what they want, which is more time". On Monday, Iran agreed to have a team from the IAEA enter their country and work with the Iranians in an attempt to unveil the secrecy behind their self-proclaimed peaceful purpose for nuclear technology. Bolton further stated that we only have two options left, an over-throw of the regime from within or a last resort military engagement.

Bolton is exactly right, Iran is buying time. By prolonging the inevitable we are committing ourselves to another protracted war or a nuclear Iran. Which is the lesser of two evils? Which are you willing to live with? When will we learn from history that problems such as these must be dealt with swiftly and decisively?

The Essence Of WARHAMMER 6

2007-06-26T07:46:00.000-07:00

LIVE WITH INTEGRITY
For without integrity we deceive ourselves, we live in a house of cards.

FIGHT FOR WHAT YOU BELIEVE
For without valor we lose our freedom.

BE WILLING TO SACRIFICE
For anything worthy in life requires sacrifice.

BE DISCIPLINED
For it is discipline that builds the foundation of your success.

“Be a man of principal. Fight for what you believe in. Keep your word. Live with integrity. Be brave. BELIEVE IN SOMETHING BIGGER THAN YOURSELF.”

“Serve your country. Teach. Mentor. Give something back to society. Lead from the front. Conquer your fears. Be a good friend. Be humble, but be self-confident. Appreciate your friends and family. Be a leader and not a follower. Be valorous on the field of battle and take responsibility for your actions.”

WARHAMMER 6, THE LION OF FALLUJAH

MAJOR DOUGLAS A. ZEMBIEC, USMC
APRIL 14, 1973 – MAY 11, 2007

Today...Made It All Worth It

2007-06-25T12:39:00.000-07:00

Recently, US advisers and Iraqi soldiers happened upon a grisly discovery. While on patrol, soldiers found numerous little Iraqi boys who were lying on the ground lifeless. Soldiers made some noise to try and rouse them. One boy lifted his head, looked and then laid his head back down closing his eyes. The boys looked like skeletons.

Soldiers entered the residence, which was an orphanage for special needs children. They found a total of 24 children all tied to their beds, naked and covered in the own feces. They were all emaciated from lack of food and all their bones were poking through. Several people were found cooking food for themselves and not giving any to the children.

American soldiers took custody of the children and transported them to an American hospital. They were all cleaned up and nursed back to health. A Lt. who was helping the children stated, "that one day was worth my entire deployment", "It makes the whole thing worthwhile".

Navy SEAL Throwing It Down

2007-06-23T08:16:00.000-07:00

If you don't have trust in us as a military, as a fighting force, as special forces; then I don't understand why you would send us over there.

I use the analogy — and I'm not trying to insult anybody — but an interviewer asked me that same question; and I was like, 'Look, how long have you been married?' He was like, 'ten years. 'I was like, 'Do I come into your bedroom and tell you how to make love to your wife? No I don't. Alright? I assume you know how to do it.

'I've been doing this [being a special operations warfighter] for a long time. So have the generals and the admirals and the colonels who tell me how to fight. So I'd appreciate it if you wouldn't come onto our battlefield and tell us how to win this war.

We know how to do it. It's our job.If you're a politician, you deal with politics. I'm a soldier. I deal with war.

Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell

Dedicated To The Future Of America

2007-06-21T09:52:00.000-07:00

In Pat Buchanan’s book, “Where the Right Went Wrong”, he clearly opposes the war in Iraq and to the un-informed reader, his points are powerful and persuasive. However, he basis his opinions on current conflicts and how they affect America now, failing to interpret what consequences we will face in the future.

He provides an historical foundation that concludes isolationism is the best defense and terrorism and insurgency always prove to be successful. Successful not because they can win the traditional military engagement but rather because they have the drive and ability to fight un-conventional warfare and grind down their opponent until they give up.

Obviously, the United States with the support of many around the world, had the justifiable right to bring swift justice to the Taliban for their roles in the 9/11 attacks. However, Buchanan claims that Iraq was a failed and un-justifiable mission from the beginning. Buchanan cites numerous intelligence failures in the pre-Iraq War days, all of which, in my opinion, can be argued. He also cites where American diplomacy is cementing our future in failure, specifically how our relationship with Israel and our ignorance of China will be the downfall of the United States.

According to Buchanan, Neo-Conservatives in the federal government subjugate themselves to the will and needs of Israel. I do not in any way consider myself a Neocon but I do pledge support to Israel within reason. What many fail to recognize is our commitment to a peaceful world, the spread of democracy and freedom and watching the backs of our friends.

Israel is our only true ally in the Middle East. We claim positive relationships with Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, etc but the fact is all are in bed with their Islamic neighbors. Only Israel can be depended upon to stand with the United States in the war on Islamic extremism. They have not been corrupted with Muslim influence and are willing to fight for what is righteous.

If we dis-continue our support of Israel, Israel with be consumed with war and although powerful, I fear it would eventually fall. Without Israel, as a western democratic influence, the Middle East would consume all of its moderate neighbors into Islamic extremism. Radical Islam would spread to the corners of the earth as it is already doing in Africa and Europe. Only the United States and a few small allies would be left to fight that war. A war made even tougher because of homegrown Islamic terrorist living here in America this very day.

As nice as isolationism sounds, I believe we must choose our battles carefully, fight the good fight and protect those who stand behind us when the tuff times come. Remember what America sacrificed in World War II and what would have happened if we sat at home any longer.

I WILL NOT SUBMIT

D-Day Anniversary

2007-06-06T15:12:00.001-07:00

Today marks the 60th anniversary of the D-Day invasions of France that initiated America into WWII and ultimately changed the world we live in forever and for the better. In Gary Bauer's End of Day report he quotes portions of Franklin D. Roosevelt's prayer that he offered on the day of the invasion; the day America would sacrifice over 6,000 men to the alter of freedom. His words would sound comforting coming from the mouth of any of our leaders today.

"Almighty God: Our sons, pride of our nation, this day have set upon a
mighty endeavor, a struggle to preserve our Republic, our religion, and our
civilization, and to set free a suffering humanity.
"…They fight not for the lust of conquest. They fight to end conquest. They
fight to liberate. They fight to let justice arise, and tolerance and
goodwill among all Thy people. They yearn but for the end of battle, for
their return to the haven of home.
"Some will never return. Embrace these, Father, and receive them, Thy
heroic servants, into Thy kingdom.
"And for us at home -- fathers, mothers, children, wives, sisters, and
brothers of brave men overseas, … – help us, Almighty God, to rededicate
ourselves in renewed faith in Thee in this hour of great sacrifice.
"…And, O Lord, give us faith. Give us faith in Thee; faith in our sons;
faith in each other; faith in our united crusade.
"…Thy will be done, Almighty God. Amen."

God bless those who fought and died for us then and those who do the same on this very day.

Memorial Day...Every Day

2007 Six Day War

2007-06-05T15:06:00.000-07:00

Today marks the 40th anniversary of the Six Day War, in which Israel was attacked by the United Arab Forces. The UAF consisted of Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, etc. Many events led to a pre-emptive Israeli attack on Egypt which initiated the war, however, these events were actions taken by the Arab community to, in effect, lure Israel into war. These events included diverting a major percentage of the Israeli water supply and blockading the Straits of Tiran from Israeli flag ships. At the end of the war, Israel had won and gained control of Eastern Jerusalem, the Sinai Peninsula, the West Bank and the Golan Heights. The Arab community has maintained to this day that this is the reason for constant conflict in the region.

Today Israel, and in effect the US, finds itself in a similar situation to that of the events that led to the Six Day War. For example, in the days before the war began, Egyptian President, Abdel Nasser stated, "If Israel embarks on, an aggression against Syria or Egypt, the battle against Israel will be a general one and not confined to one spot on the Syrian or Egyptian borders. The battle will be a general one and our basic objective will be to destroy Israel." This past Sunday, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad stated, With God's help, the countdown button for the destruction of the Zionist regime has been pushed by the hands of the children of Lebanon and Palestine". He further stated, "By God's will, we will witness the destruction of this regime in the near future".

Ahmadinejad stated that if Israel enters into another war with Hamas, Hezbollah or any other Islamic entity in the region, that Iran and other radical Islamic nations will destroy Israel. Replace some of the characters involved and the story is exactly the same. There will never be peace in the Middle East as long as Israel stands.

Israel is a sovereign nation with the right to exists. It is under attack from Islamic and Arab radicals who seeks its undeniable destruction. We must continue to support Israel and take a stand against the rogue Arab nations. It is time for the US to stop calling for land for peace deals and stand behind Israel when it decides that a pre-emptive strike on an enemy nation is justified.

Countdown Button For Destruction Of Israel

2007-06-04T10:45:00.000-07:00

On Sunday, Iran's President, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, stated that Lebanon and Palestine have initiated the destruction of Israel by pressing the "countdown button". Ahmadinejad stated, "With God's help, the countdown button for the destruction of the Zionist regime has been pushed by the hands of the children of Lebanon and Palestine". He further stated, "By God's will, we will witness the destruction of this regime in the near future".

Ahmadinejad stated, that if Israel enters into another war with Hamas, Hezbollah or any other Islamic entity in the region, that Iran and other radical Islamic nations will destroy Israel.

They claim to be developing nuclear technology for energy independence and not weapons of mass destruction and they claim to be the leader of the civilized nations in the region, but how can anyone actually believe that they do not intend to cleanse the Middle East of the Israelis? For those un-believers, how can you not listen and take notes of what Ahmadinejad is saying?

They are telling us what they intend to do. They will engage Israel in warfare and then release weapons of mass destruction on them. Israel will un-doubtedly do the same in retaliation. This event will create a new world where the release of nuclear weapons is again an option. Cold War fears will return and the US will be forever engaged in war; a war which I fear can never be won.

Memorial Day Honors

2007-05-28T07:32:00.000-07:00

Memorial Day is reserved for honoring those men and women who have sacrificed all in service to our country. This day should be revered by all who live in this great nation and appreciate those freedoms gifted to us by the blood of our brothers in arms.

Partisan politics and your views on America’s military engagements in foreign lands should not be pursued on this date. All should remain neutral and reflect on what has been given to us.

Although sad, today should be a day of celebration in honor of our military service personnel. In return for their lives and sacrifices, they do not ask for much. A simple “thank you” and “we appreciate you” is all they need. For a warrior to continue on in the face of extreme and deadly adversity, a little appreciation is not to much to ask to stay them on their course.

For all those who gave their life as a sacrifice on the alter of freedom and for all those who walk dusty roads thinking of the family they left behind, let me say thank you. I love you and appreciate what you have done for my family. Without you, we would not know peace. May the Lord bless you and keep you safe.

The Enemy Within

2007-05-24T09:55:00.000-07:00

I have been saying for a long time that the enemy is here, in the United States and poised to strike a blow into America's heartland. Well, the Islamic radicals here in America agree with my beliefs regarding them. A survey conducted by a reliable research group found some disturbing trends when it surveyed American Muslims.

Only 26% of Muslims believe the war on terrorism is aimed at actually reducing world-wide terrorism. This would lead one to conclude that the other 74% believe we are fighting terrorism for a reason motivated by something other than the un-provoked attack on America.

Only 12% believe we should be in Iraq and amazingly, only 35% believe we should be in Afghanistan. In case you didn't know, Afghanistan was the haven for the Taliban and was the origin of the 9/11 attacks. In addition, only 40% of Muslims believe that Arab men carried out the attacks.

32% support Al-Qaeda or are unsure of their opinions of them. These are the terrorists that planned and carried out the 9/11 attacks and have fought the Americans and Iraqis for more than 6 years. They have told us that they wish to kill us and have proven so by their malicious attacks on US troops.

26% of American Muslims believe that homicide bombings are an honorable tactic to use even if they destroy innocent lives.

So what conclusions can we draw? Well, it is simple but let me break it down for you anyway: A significant number of Muslims bedding down in the US consider themselves Muslim not American, they worship Islam and the culture of death instead of life, they support our enemies when in fact they are our enemies and the remaining balance of American Muslims will not stand up and defend America, their "homeland", against these hate and evil filled people.

Maybe its time we wage a war here at home.

US Navy Enters Straits Of Hormuz

2007-05-23T06:47:00.000-07:00

The US Navy has sent 9 warships into the Gulf off the coast of Iran. The ships passed through the Straits of Hormuz in broad daylight on "training missions" intended to reassure governments that the US is dedicated to stability in the region. This is the largest Navy muster in the region since the beginning of the Iraq War in 2003.

The Straits of Hormuz is the most often used through-way for oil exports. If Iran attempted any military action including attempting to close the Straits it would greatly affect oil economies around the world.

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad urged other governments in the region to rise up against foreign occupiers, most notably the United States, and evict us out of their lands. With Iran's grip on oil supplies, their intention to develop nuclear weapons, their support of insurgent operations in Iraq and their hostilities towards the United States and Israel are a clear and present danger and attention must be paid. If diplomacy fails then we must consider dealing with Ahmadinejad in a military manner.

War Gets A Facelift

2007-05-21T11:30:00.000-07:00

Muhammed "Hamoody" Hussein was two years old when an Iraqi insurgent shotgun blast tore his face open. He was rendered blind and unable to breath through his nose. The damaged caused him to suffer from sleep apnea which could possible lead to brain damage in small children. This is a true tragedy of the insurgent battle in Iraq, but it gives loving hearts in the US a chance to shine.

The Everett chapter of the national nonprofit Healing the Children was able to bring Hamoody to the US for a much need surgery, which was donated by Children's Hospital & Regional Medical Center of Seattle.

After an intensive surgery with at least one more for Hamoody to undergo, he is alive and in great condition. Hamoody can breath now and his face was re-constructed using one of his ribs. His survival is a testament to the will of America. An American family took him into their home and loved him as a son and doctors worked diligently to give him a chance of a long healthy life.

Many protest America's involvement in the Middle East, but for Hamoody, life was given a new by God and loving Americans.

Lebanese Military Battles Terrorist Militants

2007-05-21T07:04:00.000-07:00

Fighting continues to rage in Lebanon, where the Lebanese military steps up its tactics against militants who are conducting operations from refugee camps. Lebanese governments officials believe the Fatah Islamic militants are working on be-half of the Syrian Islamic Uprising. Others believe the militants are actually Al-Qaeda operatives conducting training before going to Iraq.

Killed in Sunday's fighting was a high ranking Fatah member, Saddam El-Hajdib. He was one of the suspected train bombers in Germany.

The leader of the Fatah militant group is Shaker Youssef al-Absi, a Palestinian who was sentenced to death by a Jordanian court for his role in the assassination of US diplomat Laurence Foley. The actual assassination was conducted by Al-Qaeda leader Abu Musab al-Zarqawi and his associates.

If this isn't proof positive that Islamic radicals are conducting large scale operations around the world I don't know what is. Factional fighting in Lebanon has now been linked to Al-Qaeda and is drawing in the US and Israel as its victims. I do not believe we should involve ourselves with this fight. For the time being, Israel can defend itself against these ridiculous rocket attacks and although we support the Lebanese government in its operations, they are not a traditional ally and we should not give them any military support.

The enemy is resourceful and is taking advantage of other militant groups to extend their philosophies. We must maintain our fortitude if we are to survive the attack.

The Lion Of Fallujah Sacrifices All

2007-05-18T12:17:00.001-07:00

Major Douglas A. Zembiec, The Lion of Fallujah, sacrificed his life on May 11, 2007 during combat operations in Baghdad. Always the dependable, tough and ready Marine, the Lion became notable after he led his men during successful and heroic operations in the battle for Fallujah. After the battle of Fallujah he would be awarded a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star with V device for valor.

Douglas served in Kosovo, Afghanistan and Iraq. During an interview, he stated, "one of the most noble things you can do is kill the enemy". Friends stated, "He was the Lion of Fallujah. He was unstoppable". "And though people spoke of the fire in his eyes, Zembiec also was known for his wide smile and the unabashed tears he shed for his dead and wounded men, showing those who served under him that "you fight the good fight and you remember your fallen comrades". As a tribute to the man he was, another friend stated, "As fierce as he was in battle, that is how gentle he was with his family".

Douglas left behind his wife of two years and his one year old daughter.

Douglas led his men from the front against an evil enemy. He stood for all those pure and decent things that represent today's American Marine. He has the respect and gratitude of the nation and will forever sit by God's side.

Thank you Douglas for a job well done.

The Final Inspection

2007-05-17T09:57:00.000-07:00

The Marine stood and faced God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shining, Just as brightly as his brass. "Step forward now, Marine,How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek? To My Church have you been true?"

The soldier squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't. Because those of us who carry guns, Can't always be a saint. I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was tough. And sometimes I've been violent, Because the world is awfully rough.

But, I never took a penny, That wasn't mine to keep... Though I worked a lot of overtime, When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help, Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God, forgive me, I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place, Among the people here. They never wanted me around, Except to calm their fears.

If you've a place for me here, Lord, It needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't, I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne, Where the saints had often trod. As the Marine waited quietly, For the judgment of his God. "Step forward now, you Marine, You've borne your burdens well. Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets, You've done your time in Hell." ~Author Unknown~

Hamas/Fatah Attept To Draw Israel Into War

2007-05-16T12:10:00.000-07:00

Fierce in-fighting bordering on civil war erupted in the Gaza Strip four days ago. Hamas and Fatah, both members of the Palestinian unity government, are now fighting each other. Over the past four days, at least 40 people have been killed and scores more wounded. Hamas launched rocket attacks into Israel in an attempt to draw Israel into the in-fighting. This would give the Palestinians a common enemy which would unite them. Israelis retaliated with air strikes against militant targets.

Israel Prime Minister Ehud Olmert stated, "Israel is not going to be dragged into the Gaza Strip the way that Hamas wants. We will choose the time, the place to respond and we will protect our citizens".

This is an on-going issue and further proof that we cannot deal with terrorists. Land for peace deals will not work and the US cannot and must not attempt to broker deals with evil men who seek the destruction of Israel. If the Palestinians cannot keep peace between themselves, how can we expect them to keep piece with a Western nation?

We must help protect Israel and other democracies in the Middle East and not involve ourselves in terrorists in-fighting. If the time comes where we must intervene to defend our allies then we should bring it with violence of action. If our actions are not needed then lets sit back and watch themselves kill each other.

Homegrown Islamic Terrorism

2007-05-15T10:05:00.000-07:00

In Gary Bauer’s End of Day report he cites a Washington Times article regarding advanced security measures being pursued to combat Islamic terrorism within Great Britain. Security officials plan to, “profile mosques on the Continent and identify radical Islamic clerics who raise the threat of homegrown terrorism.” Specifically, officials plan to investigate how these possible subversive organizations obtain their funding.

It is about time!

When is America going to remember and learn from our previous mistakes? Our Constitution was not written with the forethought that we would be faced with religious extremists who would seek the destruction of the entire free world. Thus our liberty does not extend to terrorist. If this is the case, then we must make those liberties we do afford more flexible to allow security officials to track and destroy the enemy bedding down in the United States.

If Muslims here in the United States find this offensive and unacceptable then stand up and make yourself heard. I am not talking about whining and bring suit against concerned citizens who saw you “infiltrating and testing” airline security. I am talking about so called moderate Muslims who are American citizens and believe in the American way of life. If you claim that and believe it to be true, then stand up on behalf of America and denounce the beliefs and actions of terrorist Islam.

Taliban Commander Mullah Dadullah Killed By US Forces

2007-05-14T11:14:00.000-07:00

Taliban commander and leader of all fighting forces in Afghanistan, Mullah Dadullah, was killed by US forces this past weekend. Dadullah orchestrated suicide attacks and beheadings for the Taliban. He is the second top-tier Taliban leader killed within the last six months. Taliban soldiers vowed to continue fighting using the same tactics Dudallah did.

This is the second top-tier Taliban commander killed in just six months. Slowly but surely we are winning. Now is not the time to run away. We have made significant progress in Afghanistan and Iraq with kills made by US forces. Keep the pressure on and press the attack. Offense is the only way to destroy this enemy.

Democratic Leadership...Leading Into Extinction

2007-05-10T07:49:00.000-07:00

Hillary is a flopper. Instead of standing her ground, she is weak and when the tide turns, she turns with it.

Nancy is a placator. Instead of doing what is right for America, she tries to please everyone at the detriment of Americans.

Harry is the loser. Instead of standing strong in the face of opposition and keeping America safe, he wants to de-value everything our boys died for and bring our "losers" home.

Barack is the moral instigator. Instead of shining as a possible representative of the United States, he takes money from gangster rappers and fails to think before he opens his mouth.

Diane is the ethics bullhorn. Instead of following her own advice on ethics and moral compasses, she facilitates business deals that benefit her husbands businesses.

IS THIS THE LEADERSHIP YOU TRUST TO MOVE AMERICA INTO A SAFER, MORE SECURE AND MORE HONEST FUTURE? I DON'T!

War Not Politics

2007-05-10T06:37:00.000-07:00

Although war is a means by which political opinion and action is carried out, it should not be dictated by politics. War is about good and evil. If the United States judges something evil enough to destroy for the preservation of America then we go to war. Once at war we fight the good fight until the evil enemy is destroyed.

Several Republican Congressman have recently urged President Bush that if things do not improve with the war in Iraq that he will lose support in their swing states.

President Bush has stood firm thus far and I hope he continues to hold his ground, the righteous ground. Ending the war with a troop pullout to maintain or gain political support is wrong. As a man of principal and integrity, President Bush should stand fast in the face of opposition and not subjugate himself or the administration to the pressures of politics. Character means doing what is right even if it means you are in the minority and will forever be be known as that man that kept us in Iraq.

Hezbollah Sets Sights On US

2007-05-09T07:11:00.000-07:00

In a disturbing report issued today, Hezbollah is closer to launching attacks on the US than many may think. Hezbollah has no longer confined itself to Lebanon or Iran, they have set up camp in South America. Hezbollah has based itself out of the tri-border area, bordered by Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. This are is known for its lawlessness and is considered a haven for drugs and criminal activity. We can now add terrorism to the list.

"The Iranian-backed Hezbollah militia has taken root in South America, fostering a well-financed force of Islamist radicals boiling with hatred for the United States and ready to die to prove it, according to militia members". Not only is Hezbollah training for war against the US, they are financing operations out of the Middle East. Taking advantage of the drug trade, Hezbollah is also financing training, propaganda and attacks in South America.

Hezbollah has proved itself willing to attack in South America before. In 1992, they attacked the Israeli Embassy with a car bomb killing 29 people. In 1994, a suicide bomber killed 85 people at the Argentine Israelite Jewish Community Center. Argentine officials stated the Iranian president at the time, ordered the attacks in retaliation against Argentina for not cooperating with Iran in its nuclear development.

A Hezbollah terrorist interviewed in the tri-border area stated, "If he attacks Iran, in two minutes Bush is dead...we are Muslims. I am Hezbollah. We are Muslims, and we will defend our countries at any time they are attacked".

If anyone thinks that the war on terrorism and border security were not important to the survivability of America they are wrong. Our boarder with Mexico is wide open, especially to terrorists, who are able to finance high end smugglers to get them into America. They have shown a propensity to conduct operations and attacks in South America, the same attacks we once thought were localized to the Middle East.

Islamic extremism is slowly encroaching toward America. Evident by there domination in the Middle East, their movements into Africa and Europe and now they are perched position in South America. Lets not forget about the extremists embedded here in America. When the horn is blown and the attack begins, they will strike from our heartland.

We must defend America now or we will be defending our families here at home.

A Warriors Worth

2007-05-08T14:13:00.000-07:00

"The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants." Thomas Jefferson.

Mickey Mouse's Culture Of Death

2007-05-08T08:26:00.000-07:00

The Chairman for Campaign for Working Families, Gary Bauer reported on his End of Day report that a Mickey Mouse type character is now a leader in the indoctrination of young Islamic warriors. Palestinian television is now airing a show the depicts this character leading 5 and 6 year old children in chants of "kill the Jews" and "kill the Americans". The character then led the children in battle drills where they simulated firing machine guns and throwing grenades.

Where were the parents you ask? Standing to the side applauding their children and glowing with excitement. This is our enemy! An enemy who indoctrinates children in to the culture of death. Brain washing these children to believe that innocent Jews and Americans are evil and that in sacrificing themselves in an attack on them will somehow guarantee them eternal salvation from Allah.

Gary Bauer recommends the following: "1) No more U.S. tax money for the Palestinian government until the culture of death ends. 2) Drop pressure on Israel to make more
concessions to these murderers. 3) Require every weak-kneed U.S.
politician who keeps saying that we must negotiate with these thugs to tell
us what he thinks of the tape. 4) Prepare ourselves and our families for
tough years ahead – this kind of evil won’t leave us alone until we defeat
it".

US Islamic Terror Plot Foiled

2007-05-08T07:28:00.000-07:00

Six Islamic radicals have been arrested in connection with planning attacks on military installations, including Fort Dix Army Base in New Jersey. The six Yugoslavian men are believed to be Islamic radicals and were arrested when they attempted to purchase AK-47 assault rifles from a dealer working in connection with the FBI. The men had conducted surveillance of several bases and were using Al-Qaeda training materials to help formulate their attacks.

How many terror suspect arrests must be made and how many terrorist plots foiled before we as a nation come to the realization that this will not end until we destroy the enemy? The scenario is the same every time, Islamic radicals stockpiling weapons and conducting surveillance in preparation for an attack within the US.

It is entirely likely that Al-Qaeda has terrorist cells and networks that were embedded in the US long before the attacks on 9/11. These cells are just waiting for America to do what it always does and lower its guard, then they will strike. Make no mistake, Islamic terrorists are capable of so much more than this specific plot. We must resign ourselves to this fact and dedicate ourselves to winning a detracted war.

We must win....at all costs.

The Night Stalkers of the 160th SOAR

2007-05-03T15:14:00.000-07:00

Unit motto: Death Waits in the Dark
Professional Standard: On Target +/- 30 seconds Unit Pledge: NSDQ

These are the warriors of the 160th SOAR (Special Operations Aviation Regiment). Their mission-to infil, exfil and fight with their customers, who range from Navy SEALs to Army Delta Force.

Established decades ago, the Night Stalkers' covert missions did not come to public light until The Battle of Mogadishu claimed the lives of 19 special operations personnel. Un-cloaked, the determined history of this elite fighting unit can now be known.

The Night Stalkers have been at the tip of the spear of every special operations effort since its inception. In 1987, during Operation Prime Chance, they were instrumental in containing and stopping Iranian mine laying efforts in the Shatt al Arab waterway. Flying covert missions in the darkest hours of night, only feet above the top of the water, the Night Stalkers attacked Iranian mine laying ships and defended its waterborne base against attacks from superior numbered boghammer attack boats.

In 1993, the Night Stalkers were delt a heavy blow during Operation Gothic Serpent when they lost several helicopters and many men to Somalia RPG fire. The Battle of Mogadishu would come to define special operations and forever change the future of the death-ground. That lonely night in the Bakara Market would prove to the military and the civilian world that no matter how tough the fight, no matter how the odds were stacked against you, the special operations family including the Night Stalkers would not stop until every one came home, dead or alive.

In 2002, the pledge, Night Stalkers Don't Quit, would again be tested on a cold and desolate mountain top in Afghanistan called Takur Ghar. One Night Stalker helicopter was shot down on this mountain top at 12,000 feet trying to infil Navy SEALs and another was shot down trying to deliver a quick reaction force to help rescue their comrades. A decisive battle raged for the majority of the day, taking the lives of SEALs, PJs and Rangers and severely wounding several Night Stalkers. Nigh Stalker pilots and medics did not stop fighting all day. One Night Stalker medic continued treating wounded soldiers even after he was racked in the stomach with gunfire.

Many more warriors would be lost in recent years, but the pride and professionalism of the 160th SOAR will forever form the tip of the spear and lead America to victory in any violent engagement.

I heard the voice of the Lord saying, whom shall I send? And who will go for us? And I said, here I am, send me! Isaiah 6:8

NSDQ

Iraqi Al-Qaeda Information Minister Killed

2007-05-03T07:18:00.000-07:00

Muharib Abdul-Latif al-Jubouri, the information minister for Iraq's Al-Qaeda cell was killed by US forces this week. al-Jubouri was killed when he refused detention in an operation several miles west of the Taji air base. al-Jabouri was wanted in connection with numerous high profile kidnappings of Western citizens, including Jill Carroll from the Science Monitor Reporter and Tom Fox who was later found shot to death.

This is not to be confused with reports that Abu Ayyub al-Masri, the leader of Al-Qaeda in Iraq, was killed by insurgent fighting. This information has still not been confirmed by US intelligence.

It appears Mr. Reid spoke at just the opportune time. Evidence has been mounting the previous two weeks that we are in-deed winning. As high level Al-Qaeda operative and insurgents are destroyed we must continue providing our troops with the resources they need to find and kill the enemy. Now is obviously not the time to turn tail and run.

"Strength And Compassion"

2007-05-02T06:47:00.000-07:00

Whether you believe we have won or lost, everyone must admit we have made a difference. The American military not only brings violence of action to the enemy, it also brings love and compassion for their fellow human beings.

Michael Yon captured this picture and tragic story on a recent mission in Iraq. A vehicle born improvised explosive device detonated into a Stryker vehicle while American soldiers were patrolling in a neighborhood. Children were running around the Americans, hoping to talk to the soldiers and shake their hands. Insurgents detonated the VBIED while the children played.

An American soldier scooped up this little girl and began rushing her to American medics. As the girl faded away in his arms, he stopped to talk to her and hug her. The girl never made it to the hospital and died in this soldiers arms.

With a love like this soldier had for a girl he didn't know, we can conquer all evil.

Rage's Assassination

2007-05-01T12:07:00.000-07:00

Sadly, America is not just faced with a ruthless enemy in the Islamic extremists, we are also faced with an enemy here at home. Some would argue this enemy is even more dangerous. To make matters worse, this homland enemy is targeting our children. Their method of attack? Indoctrination.

In a sad and treasenous video, the lead singer of Rage Against The Machine stated that President Bush and his administration should be tried, hanged and shot like war criminals. He further stated that the US seeks the destruction of other countries so it can profit from their reconstruction.

This band targets high school and college age kids and fills their heads with corrupted views of politics and world diplomacy. It paints the government as the enemy and provokes citizens to violently revolt against the government. When will America stand up against factions like these and demand a stop to their posinous messages?

Abu Ayyub al-Masri Killed

2007-05-01T11:43:00.000-07:00

If Iraqi reports are accurate, the leader of Al-Qaeda in Iraq, Abu Ayyub al-Masri has been killed in a firefight north of Baghdad by Sunni insurgents. Although the report has not been confirmed by US intelligence, Iraqi officials claimed to have seen the body. al-Masri filled the leadership vacuum left when US forces killed Abu Musab al-Zarqawi in June of 2006.

Looks like we are still winning. Stay tuned to Frontline-America for the latest update.

US/Iran Bilateral Talks......Why?

2007-04-30T14:59:00.000-07:00

Secretary of State, Condolezza Rice, stated the US may engage Iran in bilateral talks in Egypt regarding Iraq's futures security. Rice sated, “This isn’t an opportunity to talk about US-Iran issues. This is really an opportunity for all of Iraq’s neighbours to talk about how to stabilize Iraq”. If true, this would mark the first substantial diplomatic action between the two nations since the Iranian hostage crisis in 1979.

Why? Diplomacy fails when that first bullet flies past your head.

Iran has proven itself to be a vicious enemy. Why are they even attending talks on Iraq's security? They are part of the reason we are having the talks. Relations were cut off with Iran after they seized 66 hostages including Americans and held them captive for 444 days. 8 American service personnel were killed attempting their rescue. Now we find ourselves battling an unseen enemy in Iran. They provide funding, weapons and materials that are taking the lives of our American soldiers on a daily basis. The refuse to cooperate in non-proliferation agreements and have threatened nuclear war against it's non-Islamic neighbors. Their leader claims the Holocaust did not happen but yet designs and threatens to carry out one of his own.

I am disappointed that this administration would cave under pressure from liberals who think that holding hands and signing the same song will lead to peace in the Middle East. It will not. They may put on a show for now but if a democrat gets in the White House in November, they will wage war and our government, governing on the defense, will be sucked into a war that will be tough to win.

CIA Black Prisons Pay Off

2007-04-27T10:16:00.000-07:00

Abdul al-Hadi, a senior Iraqi Al-Qaeda member, was delivered to Gitmo by CIA operatives this week. Al-Hadi is believed to be a high value target and was described as being a "veteran jihadist".

Al-Hadi was a Al-Qaeda member since the late 1990's and a member of Al-Qaeda's Shura Council that reported directly to Osama Bin Laden. Al-Hadi worked directly with the Taliban in Afghanistan to cement relations and provide a direct link for combat operations.

Al-Hadi had been captured and turned over the CIA which held him in a secret prison abroad and interrogated him for battlefield information. CIA officials would not state where or when he had been captured. They did state that he provided great insight into the inner workings of Al-Qaeda.

The capture of Al-Hadi and his subsequent interrogation is evidence that we are not "losing" the war but rather winning. No one claimed this would be a war consisting solely of "shack and awe" and be over in a week or a year. We are still making positive progress and we must continue.

I hope you agree with me that it is nice to know the only thing this guy will ever see again, is the American flag waving in a free breeze just behind a chain link fence topped with barbed wire.

Saudi Oli Field Attacks Foiled

2007-04-27T09:10:00.000-07:00

According to Saudi intelligence, police arrested 172 militants who were plotting a deadly terrorist attacks against Saudi oil fields and the Saudi royal family. Police seized weapons, explosives and evidence that the terrorists were receiving flight training and planned on raiding a prison to free other militants. Interior Ministry spokesman Mansour al-Turki stated, "they had reached an advance stage of readiness and what remained only was to set the zero hour for their attacks". Saudi officials also stated that the suspects were mostly Saudis and they had been "influenced by the deviant ideology”, referring to Islamic extremism.

The leader of Al-Qaeda, Osama bin Laden, stated he ordered the attacks to cripple the Saudis control on oil production, thus weakening the Saudi economy and placing a premium on oil for the United States. Make no mistake, the enemy knows our weaknesses. By attacking Saudi oil fields, the enemy will not have to confront our military and can deliver a devastating blow to the US from the flanks of the war. If a coordinated attack is accomplished on Saudi oil fields and against the royal family you can rest assured that the price per gallon will soar over $10 per gallon, stability will shatter in the Middle East and we will forever be ensnared in war.

Fathers Loved And Lost

2007-04-26T07:32:00.000-07:00

Staff Sergeant Marcus Golczynski's son receives the flag from his casket at his funeral. Written a week before he was killed in action in Iraq he stated,

" I want all of you to be safe. And please don't feel bad for us. We are warriors. And as warriors have done before us, we joined this organization and are following orders because we believe that what we are doing is right. Many of us have volunteered to do this a second time due to our deep desire to finish the job we started. We fight and sometimes die so that our families don't have to. Stand beside us. Because we would do it for you. Becasue it is our unity that has enabled us to prosper as a nation."