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In reply to the discussion: Wes Clark ftw [View all]Brother Buzz
(36,535 posts)14. Because his leadership skills as an XO sucked. My Magic 8-Ball says he
knew he was going to be passed over on his promotion to Major, and all that Field Officer leadership shit was never going to happen.
Still, commanding a maintenance unit is pretty heady. Hell, our Battalion maintenance officer was a Warrant Officer. Mr. Drake could resolve any problem, and commanded respect because he didn't shit on the troops unless it was totally warranted. I bet Pompeo's troops considered fragging his ass more than once.
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My father went to OCS at Ft. Leavenworth and made Captain in 7 years I think
sdfernando
Nov 2020
#21
Hell, 1st graders learn how to count, even add numbers, shows just how stupid donnie really is.
KS Toronado
Nov 2020
#4
Gen. Clark would have made a great President. I wish he could still contribute for 46.
Evolve Dammit
Nov 2020
#25