Why Many Combat Vets LIE to the VA
On March 12 of 2015 I gave a speech for the “Grand Rounds” at the VA Hospital in Washington DC. One of my main points was the lack of trust…
Before 13 Hours In Benghazi
With a trailer just released for the upcoming movie “13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi,” more information is coming to light on the decisions made by government officials during…
How to Avoid Becoming the Star of a YouTube Video: Why You Should Listen to the Police
I’m writing this article in response to seeing a video clip of the arrest of Sandra Bland, which was immediately followed by people saying they were “nauseated” by the officer’s…
Hero of the Month: CW2 Jacob W. Monteer
Here at Spotter Up, we realize the importance of recognizing the heroes who dedicate their lives to the service of our nation. Whether they come from the Army, Marines, Navy,…
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Nationwide Concealed Carry for Qualified Military Personnel
By Sergeant Major David K. Devaney USMC Retired 17 July 2015; the day after four U.S. Marines were murdered and could not defend themselves because of laws; laws that should…
Marine Battalion Commander Fired For Being Too Tough Err, I Mean “Toxic”
The NYT reported the story of Lt. Col. Kate Germano, a commander of an all women Marine basic training unit. Besides increasing female Marine physical performance and a three-fold increase…
PTSD Does NOT Cause Crime
PTSD does not cause suicide, murder, bank robberies, or any other crime. We need to stop linking everything to combat stress. It makes us all look crazy. PTSD may be…
Snipers, the Cleanest Killers in the History of Warfare
The Surveillance and Target Acquisition Platoon of 3rd Battalion 3rd Marines during the mid 1980s through the mid 1990s had their platoon t-shirts printed with this on it: Invisible Souls…
Leadership Lessons, General Loses Case for 2nd Star
Brig. Gen. Terryl Schwalier was in command of the 4404th Wing (Provisional) when terrorists bombed the Khobar Towers barracks in Saudi Arabia killing 19 airmen in June 1996, 19 years…
Happy 240th Birthday US Army
The Army celebrates June 14 1775 as its birthday. On that day, the Continental Congress called for ten companies of expert rifleman to be formed. The day is also in…