Monthly Archives: June 2010

Afghan Village Kicks Taliban Out

Posted on June 21, 2010 by x85130c4

This is a great propaganda victory for the “good guys.” GIZAB, Afghanistan – The revolt of the Gizab Good Guys began with a clandestine 2 a.m. meeting. By sunrise, 15 angry villagers had set up checkpoints on the main road … Continue reading →

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Mi-17s in Afghanistan

Posted on June 19, 2010 by x85130c4

Good, reliable multi-purpose helicopter.  Too bad it’s Soviet. WASHINGTON – The U.S. government is snapping up Russian-made helicopters to form the core of Afghanistan’s fledgling air force, a strategy that is drawing flak from members of Congress who want to … Continue reading →

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American Firing Squad

Posted on June 18, 2010 by x85130c4

Utah, baby. The executioners were all certified police officers who volunteered for the task and remain anonymous. They stood about 25 feet from Gardner, behind a wall cut with a gunport, and were armed with a matched set of .30-caliber … Continue reading →

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Don’t be Stupid and Industrious

Posted on June 18, 2010 by x85130c4

  I divide my officers into four classes; the clever, the lazy, the industrious, and the stupid. Most often two of these qualities come together. The officers who are clever and industrious are fitted for the highest staff appointments. Those … Continue reading →

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Pakistan Up to No Good

Posted on June 14, 2010 by x85130c4

This should come as no surprise.  It is in Pakistan’s best interest to keep Afghanistan as weak and unstable as possible.  The US is trying to pay off the debt established by the Durand Line in 1893. KABUL – Pakistani … Continue reading →

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Australian Saves Lives at The Gap

Posted on June 14, 2010 by x85130c4

This old man gets to see approximately one person per week jump.  Wonder how that feels…. Since the 1800s, Australians have flocked to The Gap to end their lives, with little more than a 3-foot (1 meter) fence separating them … Continue reading →

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