US Soldiers’ Cruel Beating of Sheep Is Part of Military’s History of Animal Abuse – Philadelphia Magazine (blog)

January 19, 2012

Politico

US Soldiers' Cruel Beating of Sheep Is Part of Military's History of Animal AbusePhiladelphia Magazine (blog)Which is why it's vital that the soldiers in the sheep video be identified so they can be prosecuted to the full extent of military law. Except for one little problem. Under the Uniform Code of Military Justice, they didn't [...]

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Veterans turn old uniforms into art form – NorthJersey.com

January 19, 2012

NorthJersey.com

Veterans turn old uniforms into art formNorthJersey.comIt is a community building. You reestablish a camaraderie that you are familiar with from military service." Once the uniforms have been slashed and shredded into hundreds of pieces, the pieces are fed into a beater where they are mulched. …

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Veterans turn old uniforms into art form – NorthJersey.com

January 19, 2012

NorthJersey.com

Veterans turn old uniforms into art formNorthJersey.comIt is a community building. You reestablish a camaraderie that you are familiar with from military service." Once the uniforms have been slashed and shredded into hundreds of pieces, the pieces are fed into a beater where they are mulched. …

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Army’s Virtual Reality Plan: A Digital Doppelganger for Every Soldier – Wired News

January 18, 2012

Army's Virtual Reality Plan: A Digital Doppelganger for Every SoldierWired NewsBy Katie Drummond The Army wants soldiers of the future to be all they can be — onscreen and off. As the military's enthusiasm for virtual reality training continues to grow, the Army's got a new plan to make the programs freakily immersive: National …and [...]

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Chemtrail theorists are true believers – Albert Lea Tribune

January 18, 2012

Chemtrail theorists are true believersAlbert Lea TribuneAfter all, I am a Persian Gulf War vet. I know veterans who suffered from Gulf War syndrome only to have the Department of Defense deny the existence of the syndrome. Yet I felt I could have explained the source of the syndrome, like any vet could: an …

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Ten-hut! Military stage drama keeps costumes real – Post-Tribune

January 18, 2012

Ten-hut! Military stage drama keeps costumes realPost-TribuneThis is the second time that Kuhn has helped costume “A Few Good Men” and the difficulty in finding authentic military items led him to an idea for a new company that would provide uniforms, dummy weapons and other items for theatrical, commercial and …and more »

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Report: UK troops allegedly abuse Afghan kids – USA TODAY

January 18, 2012

BBC News

Report: UK troops allegedly abuse Afghan kidsUSA TODAYIt said Wednesday that the investigations branch of the Royal Military Police, the part of the army that polices soldiers, has launched a probe. "We take any such allegation extremely seriously," a ministry statement said. "It would be inappropriate to …UK troops arrested over Afghanistan child abuse [...]

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Students get a lot out of trip to military museum – Salisbury Post

January 18, 2012

Students get a lot out of trip to military museumSalisbury PostNumerous stories have been done on this unique museum, which grew out of military uniforms and war memorabilia Mault once had displayed at his gas station. Through persistence, faith in veterans and their families and a vision, Mault eventually …

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Army Lab Analyzes Bad Dust From War Zones – National Defense Magazine

January 17, 2012

National Defense Magazine

Army Lab Analyzes Bad Dust From War ZonesNational Defense MagazineBy Eric Beidel The Army Research Laboratory has deployed equipment to Iraq, Afghanistan and Africa to find out if particles floating around in the air in these places are causing Gulf War Syndrome and other illnesses. The Aerosol Davis Rotating-drum …

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Army confirms Carson soldier was stabbed – Colorado Springs Gazette

January 17, 2012

Army confirms Carson soldier was stabbedColorado Springs GazetteArmy investigators can now confirm that a 28-year-old soldier killed in Fort Carson barracks earlier this month had apparent stab wounds. Secrecy still surrounds the death of Spc. Brandy Fonteneaux who died Jan. 8. The Army has made no arrests in the …and more »

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Asking Our Soldiers to Do Police Work: Why It Can Lead to Disaster – The Atlantic

January 17, 2012

The Atlantic

Asking Our Soldiers to Do Police Work: Why It Can Lead to DisasterThe AtlanticFor combat soldiers, its meaning is clear: when in doubt, shoot first and ask questions later. While civilians may find this violent mindset shocking, it's important to recognize that we train our soldiers to, in the words of the US Army's [...]

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Nigeria troops appear; president offers concession – BusinessWeek

January 17, 2012

Nigeria troops appear; president offers concessionBusinessWeekIn Lagos, a city of 15 million, army soldiers set up a checkpoint Monday morning on the main highway that feeds traffic from the mainland into its islands. An AP reporter saw more than 10 soldiers carrying assault rifles and wearing camouflage uniforms …and more »

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Death of Mexican 9/11 worker raises questions – CBS News

January 17, 2012

CBS News

Death of Mexican 9/11 worker raises questionsCBS News… 2012 2:22 AM EST I guess compassion was not part of a New Years Resoloution for a huge number of our species ! by RL_Cudd January 17, 2012 1:59 AM EST Well join the thousands of veterans suffering from Agent Orange and Gulf War Syndrome. …and [...]

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At ease, soldier – Hindustan Times

January 16, 2012

Moneycontrol.com

At ease, soldierHindustan TimesIndian Army chief General VK Singh has kept the controversy around the existence of two dates of birth of his on army records alive. While he has been promoted keeping 1950 as his date of birth, Singh has maintained that it is actually 1951. …Army chief age row: A battle for command [...]

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Let the military games begin – Edmonton Sun

January 16, 2012

Let the military games beginEdmonton SunBy Matt Dykstra ,Edmonton Sun Swapping military uniforms for sports jerseys, the Edmonton Garrison is launching into 2012 with a five — day sports competition, Exercise Strong Contender. The exercise is a brigade-driven event that unites over 1000 …and more »

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Buffalo Soldiers tell their stories – Los Angeles Times

January 16, 2012

Los Angeles Times

Buffalo Soldiers tell their storiesLos Angeles TimesSo he entered the military, attracted by such benefits as free lodging and meals, and eventually joined the ranks of one of the first African American regiments in the US Army, becoming what was known as a Buffalo Soldier. "Why did I join the Army? …

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Buffalo Soldiers tell their stories – Los Angeles Times

January 16, 2012

Los Angeles Times

Buffalo Soldiers tell their storiesLos Angeles TimesSo he entered the military, attracted by such benefits as free lodging and meals, and eventually joined the ranks of one of the first African American regiments in the US Army, becoming what was known as a Buffalo Soldier. "Why did I join the Army? …

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Traumatic Brain Injury – Hormonal Dysfunction Syndrome Finally Comes Into … – NEWS.GNOM.ES (press release)

January 16, 2012

Traumatic Brain Injury – Hormonal Dysfunction Syndrome Finally Comes Into …NEWS.GNOM.ES (press release)As indicated in the Life Extension article, Dr. Mark L. Gordon has a grant from Access Medical Laboratories of Jupiter, Florida to provide free hormonal testing to veterans of the Gulf War and Law Enforcement. Again, the consultation and laboratory …and more »

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