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Here ya go...

Many countries that have had conscription (national service) have given up the practice (the UK abolished theirs in 1960, as did Australia in 1972; and France "suspended" theirs in 2001 as did Germany in 2011). Note that not all involved military service, my German cousin served as a firefighter for several years in lieu of joining the Army. William F. Buckley wrote an interesting book (more like a long essay) on national service titled 'Gratitude' in which he advocated national service as a prerequisite to receiving government aid (e.g. student loans, college grants, etc.) or other benefits. Thus, it isn't mandatory but somewhat "highly encouraged!" Buckley offered this idea nearly 25 years ago, and while society has changed during that time (we were able to support two MRCs without needing military conscription, and are in the midst of a drawdown of the services), I still see the benefits of such a program. Perhaps not to the extent that Buckley proposed, but something that would work these days... Cheers! M2

WTF?

Maybe not in the same sense as Audie Murphy, but anyone who serves and sacrifices for the benefit of our nation is a hero to me...

Agreed. Closed.

So nothing's changed. Twenty-odd years ago it was about Playboy being sold at the BX...

If the point of uniforms is that everyone is dressed the same, then why does every service have a different uniform? The USAF was founded on a bit of rebellion, and we're slowly but surely losing that mindset. We should want people that think differently, not the same...

So what nation's flag does he want you to wear?!? I bet this flag wouldn't be prohibited! Try it!

Well, my Russian Kalashnikovs just went up in value, but the chances of adding any more to the collection just dropped through the floor. Luckily, I am on a 1911 kick at the moment! "Investigative reporting!"

Even more WTF?!? Not to sterotype, but for some reason I knew it would be a young Asian dude... Lonely Guy Turns His Shower Head Into A Girlfriend . At first I thought it was this same guy...

YGBFSM!

Speaking of which...

I think you need to study for your next eye exam as well! Even these old eyes can see the big-ass crack in the fuselage of the first fuselage...

Perfectly Timed Photos That Make You Say "What the fuck?!?" A few more at the link...

Picked this up on Saturday, took it to the range on Sunday. I am honestly thinking about selling my other .22LR pistols, this things is not only a blast (and easy) to shot; but it's accurate as hell as well! I put 220 rounds through it, had a few ammo-related issues but the gun itself was flawless. I think the free shipping offer is over, but the rebate is good through the end of the month and even at $250 it's a helluva deal. It doesn't hurt that it is a 1911, always beautiful handguns! Cheers! M2

If anyone can fuck up a good war pic, it's Brad Pitt! "Wardaddy??" Seriously?!? Michael Peña was on my flight from LA to SA last Saturday for the Cub Swanson UFC fight against Jeremy Stephens. I don't bother celebs when I see them on flights, I figure they want to be left alone as much as I do!

Happy Fourth of July!

Not sure if this belongs in this thread or ...I think this is probably the right one...

Gotta be Walmart... "He'll be 101 months in in August. Thanks for asking!"