> US war crimes : how troops tortured Iraqi prisoners
30 April 2004, 21:07
Sadly, the photos are not phonies.
I do agree that the U.S. soldiers in them and those who allowed this kind of monstrousity are idiots. They forgot their military training and allowed themselves to be carried away by stupidity and hatred.
But we also have to think about the kind of mindset that these young Americans have at this time. I have read the comments made by the Staff Sergeant "Frederick" who was involved and I can sense the typical mentality of those reservist and national guardsmen who have seen too much T.V. Here he is proudly stating that the CIA told them they were doing a good job by "softening" up prisoners before interrogation. Idiot!
Frankly, we all know that CIA or Intelligence officers probably DO torture prisoners, but you have to think about our country and what your decision can do to history. This guy probably did get a "good job" by some officer or something, but you don’t go and "spill the beans" just to cover your own ass! You have to have a little honor and accept responsibilty for the actions that you did and not try and make excuses after someone caught you!
The war in Iraq has supporters and opposers, and personally I oppose, but I DO support 100% our troops. They are there on duty, doing exactly what they chose to do; Serve our country. They have demonstrated more courage than many of us "americans" that criticize their actions. They are young boys and girls susceptible to hatred and mental stress that have been sent in by our Commander in Chief for whatever reasons.
I guess we should take a closer look at the training and screening of personnel before sending them in to situations were they could easily loose it if not mentally tough.
Sadly, the photos are not phonies.
I do agree that the U.S. soldiers in them and those who allowed this kind of monstrousity are idiots. They forgot their military training and allowed themselves to be carried away by stupidity and hatred.
But we also have to think about the kind of mindset that these young Americans have at this time. I have read the comments made by the Staff Sergeant "Frederick" who was involved and I can sense the typical mentality of those reservist and national guardsmen who have seen too much T.V. Here he is proudly stating that the CIA told them they were doing a good job by "softening" up prisoners before interrogation. Idiot!
Frankly, we all know that CIA or Intelligence officers probably DO torture prisoners, but you have to think about our country and what your decision can do to history. This guy probably did get a "good job" by some officer or something, but you don’t go and "spill the beans" just to cover your own ass! You have to have a little honor and accept responsibilty for the actions that you did and not try and make excuses after someone caught you!
The war in Iraq has supporters and opposers, and personally I oppose, but I DO support 100% our troops. They are there on duty, doing exactly what they chose to do; Serve our country. They have demonstrated more courage than many of us "americans" that criticize their actions. They are young boys and girls susceptible to hatred and mental stress that have been sent in by our Commander in Chief for whatever reasons.
I guess we should take a closer look at the training and screening of personnel before sending them in to situations were they could easily loose it if not mentally tough.
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