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Veterans
Two Fathers, Two Sons
by Frank Pauc This first appeared in Frank’s blog on May 15, 2022. It is republished here with the author’s Continue Reading
Team Work
by Warriors Heart We all remember where we were on 9/11. Most of us, watched in complete helplessness as the twin towers fell. Overwhelming Continue Reading
The Mark of Those Lost, and Those Left Behind
I was on a plane into Dulles after 911. When the plane approached the gate, the captain made an announcement. "Please remain seated as we are carrying Continue Reading
How Does the “West Point Mafia” Run Washington? We Still Don’t Know
by Brace E. Barber This first appeared in The Havok Journal on May 5, 2020. I think Danny Sjursen is entirely right to be skeptical of America’s Continue Reading
Special Forces: Intersection of the “Mind of the System” and “Mind of the Disruptor”
I did not surrender idealism when our only child was born, but rather I came to see the world and its strengths, flaws, and dangers specifically in Continue Reading
Sometimes the Narrative is the Only Reality We Can Tolerate
by Frank Pauc This first appeared in Frank’s blog on August 29, 2019, as "Stories." It is republished here with the author’s Continue Reading
“Sacrifice A Minute for Those Who Sacrificed Their Lives”: A Civilian’s Perspective on Military Service
This article first appeared in The Havok Journal in June 2016. _____ I still wince when I see Memorial Day advertisements for children’s toys, Continue Reading
Through Their Eyes: PTS
by Warriors Heart Warrior (n): a person who shows or has shown great vigor, courage, or aggressiveness. Trauma (n): a deeply distressing or Continue Reading
Please, Thank Those Who Gave All, Not Me
After years of hearing "Thank you for your service" a thousand times from friends and strangers, the final straw for me came from the most unlikely of Continue Reading
A Middle Eastern Veteran’s Struggle with His Own Community
My squad drives along MSR (main supply route) Dover, en-route to Camp Anaconda. I am standing in the gunner’s position, wearing my face mask and Continue Reading
Nobody Gave a Damn That I was Back Home
by Frank Pauc This first appeared in Frank’s blog on October 2, 2018, as "Ghosts." It is republished here with the author’s Continue Reading