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Get What You Deserve! Discover insider secrets to submit a bulletproof VA disability claim and secure financial support for a stress-free life after service.Are you a veteran who is struggling to secure VA benefits for a disability, PTSD, or a chronic injury after deployment? Are you feeling overwhelmed by complex bureaucracy and endless delays? Are you searching for step-by-step guidance that shows you exactly how to file for VA benefits and get an accurate disability status?Veterans have given everything to their country, and they deserve support in return – but far too many returning soldiers discover a complex, bureaucratic disability benefits process that leaves them stressed out and confused.Faced with strict requirements and a high denial rate, how can you secure the financial help you deserve and get the support you need to transition to civilian life?Packed with practical solutions, real-life success stories, and step-by-step instructions for navigating the VA benefits system, this comprehensive book offers a clear and accurate pathway that demystifies VA claims for Army veterans.Sharing vital insider advice and strategies to help you file a disability claim, collect the required medical information, and avoid lengthy delays or appeals, this book provides you with the guidance you need to prevent frustration when applying for support.Here’s just a little of what you’ll discover inside:• Straightforward Instructions For Navigating The Complex Bureaucracy & Securing Adequate Financial Support•Practical Steps To Access Quality Healthcare & Obtain The Right Diagnosis For Your Mental or Physical Service-Related Disability• Inspiring Real-Life Success Stories To Give You Much-Needed Motivation & Support• How To Gather The Correct Documentation, Provide Evidence, & Submit a Rock-Solid Claim• The Top Mistakes To Avoid, So You Can Prevent Lengthy Delays, Frustrating Appeals, or Denials• Insider Tips From Veteran’s Organizations To Simplify The Claims Process & Take The Hassle Out Of Securing Your Benefits• And Much More…Don’t risk making a mistake and getting caught up in endless red tape.Whether you’re a returning soldier seeking benefits, a concerned family member who wants to support a veteran you know, or if you’re a social worker or legal advisor who wants to better understand the VA benefits process, this book is a powerful companion guide that will save you needless stress.Are you ready to begin creating a foolproof VA disability claim? Then scroll up and click the “buy now” button today! Read more

This United States Army doctrine, Field Manual FM 3-11 Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Operations April 2025 provides commanders and staffs with overarching doctrine for operations which require employment of capabilities that assess, protect, and mitigate the range of CBRN threats and hazards— including support to countering weapons of mass destruction (WMD) activities. It addresses principles, fundamentals, planning, operational considerations, and training and support functions. It provides a commonframework and language for CBRN operations and constitutes the doctrinal foundation for developing tactics, techniques, and procedures detailed in subordinate doctrine manuals. This manual is a key integrating publication that links the doctrine for the CBRN units and staffs with Army operational doctrine and joint doctrine.The principal audience for FM 3-11 is commanders, staffs, and leaders of theater armies, corps, divisions, and brigades and CBRN units that integrate into those formations. However, FM 3-11 is applicable to all members of the profession of arms. Read more

The eye-opening definitive account of the horrific fire-bombing of the undefended city of Dresden. This history of one of the most controversial events of the Second World War should be an essential book for readers who wish to learn the true story behind Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse-Five.Prior to World War Two, Dresden had an international reputation a beautiful cultural centre, filled with architectural masterworks. Yet on 13th February 1945 the RAF and USAAF began an ‘all out’ attack on the city. On this night and the following two nights, 1,300 British and American aircraft dropped 5,000 tons of incendiary and high-explosive bombs. The total number of resident women and children, refugees, and prisoners-of-war in transit who died will never be known, but it is likely that the official figures of between 35,000 to 45,000 were vastly understated.The strategic reasons for bombing Dresden were limited and by February 1945 it was becoming increasingly clear that the Allies would win the war. So, who are the men responsible for this horrific event, and what justifications did they make for ordering it?Alexander McKee, the renowned historian, saw first-hand the results of the Allied bombing of the ‘friendly’ French towns of Caen and Lisieux, as well as the destruction of enemy-held Emmerich and Arnhem, while serving with the 1st Canadian Army. Haunted by these scenes as well as the sheer barbarity of the Dresden raid, McKee interviewed survivors of the attack and the Allied airmen who flew in the raids, to provide a personal view of this atrocity, which is supported by a thorough examination of the official records.‘A salutary reminder of the excesses to which democracies, too, may be prone under the pressures of war’ The Observer‘a compelling account of the destruction of Dresden.’ The Journal of Historical Review‘A worthy attempt to "bring out the terrible truth" about the Allied fire-bombing of Dresden at the close of World War II — widely condemned at the time and made indelible in Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse Five. … [How] the author interweaves myriad individual stories and the extensive eyewitness testimony is potent.’ Kirkus Reviews‘McKee's book is rigorously fair-minded and does not take the easy option of moral denunciation of the Allies, who were divided among themselves and still had a war to fight.’ The Irish Times Read more

Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 3-10A.4, Marine Rifle Squad, contains tactics, techniques, and procedures for rifle squad employment and captures lessons learned from recent decades of conflict. It covers a range of missions that Marine rifle squads deal with today or may deal with tomorrow. Despite this extended coverage, MCRP 3-10A.4 is not intended to be all-encompassing. There are many aspects of rifle squad operations that are not detailed herein because a specific publication already exists for that purpose and covering it would be redundant. It also does not address forcestructure and weapon system changes anticipated over the next several years unless sufficient experimentation and testing have already been conducted to generate best practices that are ready to be codified here. This publication does serve, however, as the basic warfighting squad publication and is to be used in conjunction with the appropriate infantry platoon, company, and battalion publications, as well as other publications that relate to the conduct of ground operations.More content available at: doguedebordeauxsurvival.com Read more

Are you a U.S. veteran ready to finally receive the disability compensation benefits you deserve? Navigating the VA disability claims process can be overwhelming, but with the right guidance, you can avoid common pitfalls and set yourself up for success. In this comprehensive guide, you'll find everything you need to confidently file your VA disability claim, from understanding complex acronyms and terms to mastering the tools that will help you along the way. With over 30 years of experience assisting veterans, Hill and Ponton have distilled their expertise into this must-read resource for veterans at any stage of the claims process. What's Inside: A clear breakdown of the VA claims timeline Step-by-step instructions for filing your initial claim correctly Insights into what happens after you file and how to prepare Tips to maximize your VA benefits and explore additional opportunities Access to vital resources that can assist you throughout your journey Prepare yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the VA claims maze and secure the benefits you've earned. Read more

SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2023 WALKLEY BOOK AWARDSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2023 AUSTRALIAN POLITICAL BOOK OF THE YEARSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2024 ABIA GENERAL NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEARWINNER OF THE 2024 DANGER AWARD FOR TRUE CRIME'There is no doubt the truth would have been concealed and our concerns buried without Nick McKenzie's relentless pursuit of justice.' SAS Afghanistan veteranWar is brutal. But there are lines that should never be crossed. In mid-2017, whispers of executions, and cover-ups within Australia's most secretive and elite military unit, the SAS, reached Walkley Award-winning journalist Nick McKenzie. He and Chris Masters began an investigation that would not only reveal shocking truths about Ben Roberts-Smith VC but plunge the reporters into the defamation trial of the century.For five years, McKenzie led the investigation, waging an epic battle for the truth to be acknowledged. His fight to reveal the real face of Australia's most famous and revered SAS soldier and examine evidence of bullying, intimidation, war crimes and murder would take him across Australia and to Afghanistan. As he unearthed the secrets Ben Roberts-Smith had thought he'd long ago buried, McKenzie had to deal with death threats, powerful forces intent on destroying his career and attempts to silence brave SAS soldiers, who had witnessed their famous comrade commit unspeakable acts. McKenzie would break the stories that proved the man idolised by the public, politicians, the media and leading business leaders was a myth. His efforts would help deliver justice to Roberts-Smith's victims and their families.Explosive and meticulously researched, Crossing the Line shares the powerful untold story of how a small group of brave soldiers and two determined reporters overcame a plot to suppress one of the greatest military scandals in Australian history.'Extraordinary . . . Riveting . . . An insight into the finest investigative journalism in this country' LAW INSTITUTE JOURNAL Read more

On April 28, 2004, 60 Minutes II broadcast the now-infamous photos of prisoner abuse by American soldiers at Abu Ghraib. The news quickly spread worldwide, undermining the U.S. presence in Iraq.Despite several Department of Defense investigations and eleven courts-martial convictions, important questions remain about the events at Abu Ghraib. Who are these soldiers? How involved were top administration officials and army generals in the abuses? Were the soldiers simply following orders? Do these photographs depict a new American interrogation policy? Christopher Graveline and Michael Clemens provide the answers.No one has investigated the true story behind the events at Abu Ghraib as thoroughly as the authors. Only six people had complete knowledge of the Abu Ghraib investigation and prosecutions; Graveline and Clemens are two of them. They give readers unprecedented access to the inner workings of the investigation leading to the trials of PFC Lynndie England, Cpl. Charles Graner, and others. Complete with actual arguments of counsel, testimony, and evidence, this groundbreaking book puts the reader in the middle of the investigation and the subsequent trials, revealing one of the darker episodes in American military history. Read more

National security decisions pose a paradox: they are among the most consequential a government can make, but are generally the least transparent to the democratic public. The "black box" nature of national security decision-making--driven by extensive classification and characterized by difficulty overseeing executive actions --has expanded in the United States as executive power continues to grow. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) systems to enhance national security decision-making--or even to make autonomous decisions--deepens this challenge, because it is difficult to understand how AI algorithms, often described as "black boxes," reach their conclusions. The widespread use of AI inside the national security ecosystem renders U.S. national security choices even more opaque to the public, congressional overseers, U.S. allies, and even the executive officials making the decisions. How can we be confident that the U.S. government's use of these AI systems comports with our values, including rationality, lawfulness, and accountability? The Double Black Box: National Security, Artificial Intelligence, and the Struggle for Democratic Accountability addresses these pressing challenges. Because China is committed to becoming the world leader in AI and faces fewer legal and values-based constraints on its pursuit of military AI, democracies' commitment to using AI in lawful and ethical ways will be tested. This book defines and explores the "double black box" phenomenon and then identifies ways that policymakers, military and intelligence officials, and lawyers in democratic states such as the United States can reap the advantages of advanced technologies without surrendering their public law values. Read more

ATP 3-21.11 provides doctrinal framework for techniques for the Stryker brigade combat team (SBCT) Infantry rifle company within the SBCT Infantry battalion. This publication describes relationships, organizational roles and functions, capabilities and limitations, and responsibilities within the SBCT Infantry rifle company. Techniques, non-prescriptive ways or methods used to perform missions, functions, or tasks (CJCSM 5120.01A) are discussed in this publication and are intended to be used as a guide. They are not prescriptive.More content available at: doguedebordeauxsurvival.com Read more

This United States Army manual, Field Manual FM 3-83 (1-05) Religious Affairs April 2025, is the definitive source of doctrine for religious affairs across the Army. It describes the context of religious affairs and religious affairs operations within the Army. The principal audience for FM 3-83 is commanders, leaders, unit staff planners, personnel requesting religious affairs, and Chaplain Corps personnel (chaplains and religious affairs specialists). Commanders and staffs of Army headquarters serving as joint task force or multinational headquarters should also refer to applicable joint or multinational doctrine concerning the range of military operations and joint or multinational forces. Trainers and educators throughout the Army will also use this publication. Read more

This publication outlines the planning process as it relates to a Special Forces (SF) operational detachment–alpha (ODA) conducting deliberate planning for special operations. Planning is an essential task common to all aspects of SF operations.More content available at: doguedebordeauxsurvival.com Read more

From mustard gas to LSD to Agent Orange to antipsychotics, the U.S. Department of Defense has for decades subjected its troops to experimental chemicals and drugs without consent and without recourse - and with horrific results. It continues to do so to this day. The U.S. government deliberately and remorselessly violates the Constitutional rights of the very people sworn to protect that founding document.Three U.S. troops refused consent for an experimental vaccine against the biochemical weapon anthrax-and suffered the consequences. This is their story, as told by the Marine judge advocate who defended them at their courts-martial. Read more

This publication, Field Manual FM 4-0 Sustainment Operations August 2024, supersedes FM 4-0, dated 31 July 2019; FM 4-01, dated 3 April 2014; FM 4-30, dated 1 April 2014; and FM 4-40, dated 22 October 2013.This United States Army manual, Field Manual FM 4-0 Sustainment Operations August 2024, describes how Army sustainment forces, as part of the joint team, provide support to Army and other forces with an emphasis on support to operations. FM 4-0 describes how the Army as part of a joint team is sustained during operations. The principal audience for FM 4-0 is all members of the profession of arms. Commanders and staffs of Army headquarters serving as a joint task force or multinational headquarters should also refer to applicable joint or multinational doctrine concerning the range of military operations and joint or multinational forces. Trainers and educators throughout the Army will also use this publication. Read more

This United States Air Force USAF manual, Air Force Handbook AFH 1 Airman February 2025, is designed to be a useful force development tool for every Airman in today’s Air Force. AFH 1 serves as a collection of references and resources pertaining to a wide range of subject areas in the profession of arms. Whether you choose to use the handbook as a quick reference, as a source for professional development, or you solely considerthis material to be essential for enlisted promotion testing, you will find the material is current, relevant, and applicable to the Air Force objective of maintaining Global Vigilance, Global Reach, and Global Power for America. The Enlisted Promotion Study Guides are developed directly from the contents of the handbook. Enlisted promotion tests are designed to reflect each applicable Airman’s knowledge. Read more

This Department of the Army Training Circular (TC) is dedicated to the men and women of the U.S. Army NCO Corps, who have made the ultimate sacrifice and to NCOs presently serving in the Active Army, the Army National Guard, and the Army Reserve. The Soldiers will seek guidance, trust you to train them, and to develop them to win the nation’s wars. As the standard bearer, instill pride and strive to live the Army Values. You are “The Backbone of the Army.” Read more

一旦你將本書所提的內容做對了，就能贏得戰爭一本戰爭的科普書，寫給平民百姓的戰爭指南作者的專業背景與經歷，使得原本看起來很複雜的知識在他的簡明文字敘述之下，了解戰爭不再是那麼困難的事情了這是一本出色、文筆清晰、闡述明確的書籍。熟知人類衝突史，曾以軍人身份在阿富汗戰場體會過戰爭洗禮的麥克‧馬丁，帶領讀者了解如何以核心、簡練確切的邏輯，來打一場國家之間的決定性戰爭，藉此了解利用這些手段，解決地緣政治問題並減少未來的衝突。在這個地緣政治擔憂與風險日益高漲的時代，《如何打贏戰爭》清楚闡釋了任何人在做出投入戰爭的決策時，所應該參考的複雜考量因素。戰爭是令人厭惡且複雜的，但也是充滿人性的。在這本簡單易讀的書籍中，麥克‧馬丁去除戰爭當中許多令人難解的技術問題，冷靜精確扼要地講解如何協調軍事力量——從步兵單位到情報收集，從戰略規劃到戰術實施。《如何打贏戰爭》告訴讀者如何運用暴力這一門藝術，是理解現代戰爭——特別是政治家和將軍所做的決定（無論好壞）——所不可或缺的指標性書籍。本書涵蓋了複雜的主題，如戰略與情報、後勤、士氣、致命暴力和戰爭的未來，但卻以通俗易懂的文字撰寫。麥克‧馬丁用平實的口吻為一般不懂軍事的讀者講解戰爭這門高深的藝術，每個想要了解現代化戰爭的讀者，以及那些希望帶領我們度過未來幾十年衝突的人都應該閱讀這本書。 Read more

At 10.00 am on 20 November 1945, Sir Geoffrey Lawrence, the presiding judge at the first of the Nuremberg Trials, opened proceedings at what he described as a trial that was 'unique in the history of jurisprudence'.What followed were 11 days of accusations and rebuttals that would determine the fate of 21 Nazi leaders and see the indictment of three others in their absence. The charges against them included war crimes, crimes against humanity, crimes against peace and the conspiracy to commit those crimes.Judges, administrators and onlookers alike had to steel themselves as they listened to a catalogue of barbaric and sickening acts.Compellingly, The Nuremberg Trials recalls the events of that first trial, the people involved - both accusers and accused - and explores the impact and consequences that it would have on subsequent trials at Nuremberg and in Tokyo (where Japanese leaders were also tried) and on the future of international law and tribunals. Read more

The detainee provisions passed as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY2012, P.L. 112-81, affirm that the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF), P.L. 107-40, in response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, authorizes the detention of persons captured in connection with hostilities. The act provides for the first time a statutory definition of covered persons whose detention is authorized pursuant to the AUMF. During debate of the provision, significant attention focused on the applicability of this detention authority to U.S. citizens and other persons within the United States. The Senate adopted an amendment to clarify that the provision was not intended to affect any existing law or authorities relating to the detention of U.S. citizens or lawful resident aliens, or any other persons captured or arrested in the United States. This report analyzes the existing law and authority to detain U.S. persons, including American citizens and resident aliens, as well as other persons within the United States who are suspected of being members, agents, or associates of Al Qaeda or possibly other terrorist organizations as “enemy combatants.”The Supreme Court in 2004 affirmed the President’s power to detain “enemy combatants,” including those who are U.S. citizens, as part of the necessary force authorized by Congress after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. In Hamdi v. Rumsfeld, a plurality held that a U.S. citizen allegedly captured during combat in Afghanistan and incarcerated at a Navy brig in South Carolina is entitled to notice and an opportunity to be heard by a neutral decision maker regarding the government’s reasons for detaining him. On the same day, the Court in Rumsfeld v. Padilla overturned a lower court’s grant of habeas corpus to another U.S. citizen in military custody in South Carolina on jurisdictional grounds, leaving undecided whether the authority to detain also applies to U.S. citizens arrested in the United States by civilian authorities. Lower courts that have addressed the issue of wartime detention within the United States have reached conflicting conclusions. While the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit ultimately confirmed the detention authority in principle in two separate cases (one of which was subsequently vacated), the government avoided taking the argument to the Supreme Court by indicting the accused detainees for federal crimes, making their habeas appeals moot and leaving the law generally unsettled. A federal judge enjoined the detention of persons on the basis of providing support to or associating with belligerent parties under one prong of the definition enacted as Section 1021 of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY2012, P.L. 112-81 (Hedges v. Obama), but the decision has been reversed on appeal on the basis of standing.This report provides a background to the legal issues presented, followed by a brief introduction to the law of war pertinent to the detention of different categories of individuals. An overview of U.S. practice during wartime to detain persons deemed dangerous to the national security is presented. The report concludes by discussing Congress’s role in prescribing rules for wartime detention, subsequent legislation in the 112th Congress that addresses the detention of U.S. persons, and legislative proposals in the 113th Congress to further address the issue (H.R. 1960, S. 1147, H.R. 2325, and H.R. 3304. Read more

當代最精確的《孫子兵法》白話翻譯，世界上再找不到比這本書更好的翻譯以及譯註了，同時這也是最符合孫子原意的翻譯。本書採用一百多萬字《孫子兵法論正》根據歷代重要版本、出土竹簡、歷代引文，藉由校勘學、軍事學、邏輯學等知識所考證出來的結果。為目前唯一一本符合東漢高誘所稱「五千」多字的版本，更是最接近原文文意的版本。對於白話譯註方面更在相關的部份引用了物理學、心理學等研究成果加以註解，是目前唯一將古典與科學加以融合的譯註本。 Read more