Absolutely, I left the active service as a Co XO (infantry) in 2017 and then 19th group in 2019 The lack of capable bodies/ even specimens with an oz of athleticism was apparent. I imagine that it is only getting worse. It was a challenge to manage, plan, and implement good training back then with out making things too challenging for new soldiers but try to challenge the more capable ones and keep them engaged and interested. Hopefully we never have to have another major ground war… but what’s the saying about hoping and taking a crap and see what appears first
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Gulf of America
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That's fair, and it's been just over a decade since I was in their shoes, but my impression has been that the wars in my lifetime have felt a lot less noble, less existential, less like we're fighting for the soul of our country than the wars of generations before. That and everything about the American system is screwing the average person entering adulthood - just look at Zillow if you need proof, so maybe they don't want to fight for a system that won't fight for them.
Bigjay73
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Is Russia going to be able to spin the ISIS attack onto the shoulders of Ukraine? I certainly wouldn't put it past Putin, wouldn't want to let a disaster go to waste.
Redmt
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Great first post in your first 37 minutes.
Sytes
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"North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine are now struggling with food shortages just five months after their reported arrival on the battlefield, according to Kyiv’s intelligence unit.
In a recent war update posted on Telegram, the Main Directorate of Intelligence (HUR) stated that some of Moscow’s foreign reinforcements are suffering from malnutrition due to inadequate food supplies for daily operations.
Most of these troops are stationed in the Kursk region, where fighting has intensified following a surprise incursion by Ukrainian forces in August."
thedefensepost.com
In a recent war update posted on Telegram, the Main Directorate of Intelligence (HUR) stated that some of Moscow’s foreign reinforcements are suffering from malnutrition due to inadequate food supplies for daily operations.
Most of these troops are stationed in the Kursk region, where fighting has intensified following a surprise incursion by Ukrainian forces in August."
North Korean Troops in Ukraine Struggling With Food Shortages: Intel
North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine are struggling with food shortages just five months after their arrival.
thedefensepost.com
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Who cares? The Russians and Ukrainians can starve too, as well as the bastards who want hot war with Russia."North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine are now struggling with food shortages just five months after their reported arrival on the battlefield, according to Kyiv’s intelligence unit.
In a recent war update posted on Telegram, the Main Directorate of Intelligence (HUR) stated that some of Moscow’s foreign reinforcements are suffering from malnutrition due to inadequate food supplies for daily operations.
Most of these troops are stationed in the Kursk region, where fighting has intensified following a surprise incursion by Ukrainian forces in August."
North Korean Troops in Ukraine Struggling With Food Shortages: Intel
North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine are struggling with food shortages just five months after their arrival.
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Jack Ryan
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I thought there would be more about Iran by now at the end of this thread.
Bonasababy
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Serious question...who would want to join the military now under the clear incompetent leadership at the top? The guys I know who are still in are worried about what they might be asked to do and will not be considering a re- up.
I know I wouldn't want to be in the position to be deployed and turned into pink mist by a drone.
But that's not going to be an issue for me. I'd have to start at the back of the waiting line...
BigHornRam
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Do you have to spew your nonsense on every single thread?
Military recruiting hit a 15-year high. How quickly do recruits become mission ready? https://www.militarytimes.com/news/...how-quickly-do-recruits-become-mission-ready/
Carnage2011
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As someone with deep military ties I can say with a lot of confidence that many of my closest connections would much rather be in now than under Biden. I’m guessing the guys you know run with the same crowd as you…
BuzzH
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The facts will tell you that with fewer jobs available, inflation, and stagnate wages military recruitment increases.
Regardless of who is cic.
The brag isnt all a good thing.
BigHornRam
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Today's United States military is a well oiled machine, unlike the former Soviet Union military. I am grateful to all the men and women that choose to enlist.
While intuitive, I wasn’t aware of this. The data I could find does appear to show it fairly clearly.
Redmt
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My youngest grandson (aka little shit) started boot camp for the Navy on the 18th of June. There is no way I could be anymore proud of him. He researched the different branches. He spoke with all the recruiters. He made the decision on what branch to join. Did I mention that I'm very very proud of him?
BigHornRam
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My nephew is a Marine pilot, and over in the Middle East right now. On a snowmobile trip to West Yellowstone this winter with his father and uncles, he told us he just got his nickname on the side of his plane. His nickname is COB, which which stands for conscientious objective bitch, and told a funny story how he got the nickname. I am proud of him, too.
