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I just finished the book The Bomber Mafia by Malcolm Gladwell. Was a good read and something I think AF types would enjoy!

I had never heard of the author before, but it popped up as a suggestion in my goodreads account, so I checked it out. Great read about the Marines in WWII. Highly recommend if you have a little downtime over the holidays!

I went there today for a funeral. Got to say they really keep the cemetery in good order. I walked around the 500 or so headstones and thought to myself the stories these soldiers could tell and the hell they went thru fighting for our country. Was a little bit emotional and overwhelming (and...

I just finished this book; it's long, but excellent. It's fiction, but gives many lessons about troop command. Highly recommend! https://www.amazon.com/Once-Eagle-Anton-Myrer-ebook/dp/B0089LOFQW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=once+an+eagle&qid=1583176902&sr=8-1

Learned something new today.... Arthur Ashe was a 2LT when he won the US Open. He was also the assistant tennis coach at USMA. How cool is that?

http://www.cnn.com/2017/06/16/politics/nadja-west-badass-women-of-washington/index.html Good lessons that are applicable to everyone.....

Great article.... https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/26/us/for-army-infantrys-1st-women-heavy-packs-and-the-weight-of-history.html?hp&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&clickSource=story-heading&module=photo-spot-region&region=top-news&WT.nav=top-news Congrats to ALL of the infantry soldiers.

Wondered if anyone was there and, if so, what their thoughts were on the speech? I haven't heard anything about it so I am not trying to start a fight. Just curious.

Watched the movie last night. Loved it! 5 star! It is amazing what the human spirit can do when confronted with such unbelievable conditions. I liked the conscientious objector spin to it too; made it different and interesting. Would have been an honor to meet Cpl Doss. If you haven't seen...

This is the year that Army is going to get back to whoopin' Navy in football!

Not sure if this is the perfect forum for this question... but I am in search for the best ACT prep course for my DD. Self prep with the old exams isn't the best option for her. She needs a hands on teacher/program and not an online one. This is a very well educated group so I thought I...

I am an old field artilleryman. It has been some time since I have left the army and I was wondering if someone can comment on the current state of viability of the artillery branch. Based on the last 10 years can I assume that FA branch has a more minimal role than it previously had (say 20...

Do previous sports induced concussions cause a DQ?

I might be dating myself, but are 4Cs/4Ds even used anymore? I kept some of mine and found them in an old box when I was cleaning the closet the other day. Was funny going back and reading them.

Interesting article. I know there are accomodations made for different religious beliefs, but I assume not accomodations on the uniform. http://www.foxnews.com/us/2011/10/20/muslim-jr-rotc-student-wants-to-wear-head-cover-with-uniform/?test=latestnews How is this addressed at the SAs or in ROTC?

Something to lighten the mood before all heck breaks loose on R day for the new cadets..... During my beast I had 2 roomates. One turned out to be my best friend at West Point and still a dear friend all these years later. The other was a guy named John. John lasted about 1 week and then...

Do they do white tornados anymore during Beast? I know I am pretty old, but just wondering if this tradition still continues.

I am a USMA grad and thought it would be interesting for us to list: Fondest memory of USMA: Toughest time at USMA: What I miss the most about USMA: What I miss the least about USMA: Here are my answers: Fondest memory of USMA: Spending Thanksgiving break Yuk year with a bunch of...

Here are the branching stats for the class of 2011: http://www.westpointaog.org/netcommunity/document.doc?id=3160 Thought this would be of interest to others on the forum.

I have a friend's who's child is thinking about applying to multiple SAs. I know this child has had a serious medical condition in the past that might (or might not) be a DQ. Should I advise them to contact Mr. Mullen even though she hasn't applied yet? She is in 10th grade. What I am...