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Diversity and Sexuality in the Korengal 8 Replies
Given the demands and intensity of combat, and the abstinence deprivations of a 15-month deployment to places like the Korengal Valley, is it possible that a gay male soldier, or a straight female…Continue
Started by Anton P. Zurbrugg. Last reply by Sebastian Junger Jan 19.
Junger's Washington Post Editorial on Dehumanization of the Enemy
I just read Sebastian's editorial piece published Jan. 13th in the Washington Post, 'We're all guilty of dehumanizaing the enemy', referencing the controversy and outcry in response to the soldiers…Continue
Tags: war, Washington, Post, aid, Cross
Started by patdaneri Jan 17.
Soldiers' dogs in Afghanistan 1 Reply
My boyfriend has been serving in Afghanistan and in early July he and his buddies wound up "adopting" three stray puppies that were almost run over by a military vehicle. Soldiers are not technically…Continue
Started by Taehee Kim. Last reply by Wayne Redick Jan 14.
Hazing and Bullying in the Military
Following the Oct. 2011 apparent suicide of Army PVT Danny Chen in AFGH, the military (Army) has just rolled out its new Hazing Policy. By all accounts Chen was repeatedly hazed and bullied in AFGH…Continue
Started by Anton P. Zurbrugg Jan 13.
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Dean Pennington II left a comment for Keri Jackson
First I would say that Dr. Jackson was a US Army Medical Officer in Desert Storm/Shield, but she was also more than that. She was our Flight Surgeon, our being 2/227 AVN. I say this to recognize her service, in combat, to us the…
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Sebastian Junger replied to Anton P. Zurbrugg's discussion 'Diversity and Sexuality in the Korengal'
sexual assault is an issue on the large bases - as is pregnancy - but i've never heard of it at a small outpost. its 15 soldiers with zero privacy...its hard to imagine how the mechanics of sexual assault would work in that context. the larger…
Junger's Washington Post Editorial on Dehumanization of the Enemy
I just read Sebastian's editorial piece published Jan. 13th in the Washington Post, 'We're all guilty of dehumanizaing the enemy', referencing the controversy and outcry in response to the soldiers in Afghanistan who were filmed urinating on Taliban soldier corpses. Here are a few thoughts on the points made in the article: The question might be: is a high-caliber round a humane bullet? Is it designed to kill clean, or shatter, or heal? With war being waged from greater distances and drones,…See More
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Wayne Redick replied to Anton P. Zurbrugg's discussion 'Diversity and Sexuality in the Korengal'
Certainly, the soldiers likely have other things on their minds than just sex. Staying alive could be one.But there is always a chance of a few who do not play nice and do not think ahead of the reprocussions of their choices of actions.
Wayne Redick replied to Taehee Kim's discussion 'Soldiers' dogs in Afghanistan'
Sadly the cost is prohibitive to bring pets back from overseas deployment theaters.As an owner of 2 dogs myself I feel for the soldiers who are attached to the dogs.There are plenty of rescue dogs Stateside in need of a good home also.Why not adopt…
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More Discussions on Why Would Anyone Miss War?
Sebastian appeared on the program Talk of the Nation on National Public Radio to share his insightful thoughts on the importance of understanding why troops miss war. Read the transcript and listen to the broadcast here.
Posted by Ross Harris on July 21, 2011 at 10:53am
Opinion Piece In NY Times Fuels Facebook Discussion, and More
On Sunday, July 16th, The New York Times ran Sebastian's provocative essay, Why Would Anyone Miss War? in their Review section.
Readers quickly took to the NY Times Facebook page and began commenting and posting their own opinions on the piece, and war itself. The discussion grew in intensity rather quickly; check out the conversation here (it is a public page, no Facebook login required). Feel free to engage and share your own thoughts on the article!
Also feel free to comment about it here as well, as a reply to this post.
Posted by Ross Harris on July 18, 2011 at 12:30pm — 1 Comment
Sebastian Junger on Middle East Turmoil, and the Role of the U.S.
Sebastian's latest piece on Vanity Fair is a clear-headed argument on the importance of Western intervention in Libya and elsewhere. As he puts it, "If we actively engage these movements with advice, with money, and, when necessary, with military force, then we get a vote in how it all turns out." Check it out.
Posted by Stuart Krichevsky on June 6, 2011 at 11:55am — 4 Comments
Make a donation in memory of Tim Hetherington
The Hetherington family has named three charities where one can make donations in Tim's memory, and asked that I share them with all of you.
Milton Margai School for the Blind in Sierra Leone
http://www.miltonmargaischool.org
Human Rights Watch
Committee to Protect Journalists
You can read a wonderful letter from Barbara Davidson at The Milton Margai school here.
Posted by Stuart Krichevsky on May 3, 2011 at 10:30am
How to send condolences to the Hetherington Family
To All of Tim's Friends,
Below is the link to the condolences website that the Hetherington family has set up. You can post comments and in a few days learn about how to donate to the charitable organization they are establishing in Tim's memory.
http://www.timhetherington.org/
And thanks to all of who posted their warm condolences here. I think I can speak for all of us who were close to Tim when I say we are most grateful for the outpouring of support, and the admiration of Tim's work.
Posted by Stuart Krichevsky on April 25, 2011 at 11:00am
Sebastian Remembers Tim Hetherington
Vanity Fair has just posted this heartfelt piece by Sebastian Junger on the death of his dear friend Tim. I can't imagine a more moving tribute. Please share it with friends who knew & loved Tim, or were touched by his life & work.
Posted by Stuart Krichevsky on April 21, 2011 at 10:00pm — 7 Comments
RIP Tim Hetherington
For those of you who may not have heard, Tim Hetherington was tragically killed this morning, doing the work be believed in. Please join us in honoring his memory.
The following is as statement from Sebastian Junger on the death of his dear friend:
"There is no way to express my devastation and sorrow at the death of my dear friend, Tim Hetherington in Misrata, Libya. Tim was one of the most courageous and principled journalists I have ever known. The good that he accomplished – both with his camera, and simply as a concerned person in some of the most devastated countries in the world – cannot be measured. I can’t believe he is truly gone." Sebastian Junger; April 20, 2011
Posted by Stuart Krichevsky on April 20, 2011 at 6:06pm — 19 Comments
Call For Testimonials - Send Us Your Video!
Twelve, the publisher of Sebastian Junger’s WAR, has been thrilled by the tremendous positive reader response to the book. In preparation for the paperback release of the book on May 17th, we’re working to create a promotional video, made up of personal testimonials from military personnel and their families. We want the video to feature what real readers are saying about the book and how they’re relating to it. If you’re interested in participating, please click the link below for more information about being part of the video!
http://catalog.twelvebooks.com/video.html
Posted by Stuart Krichevsky on April 19, 2011 at 3:30pm — 2 Comments
Welcome
Welcome to my community website. This is a place for civilians, soldiers, veterans, and military families to discuss all aspects of the war in Afghanistan. I’m hoping that people can find the support they need, the answers they’ve been looking for or maybe even questions they haven’t thought of yet on this site.
Connect with me on Facebook or twitter or on my members page on this site.
I'm currently traveling around the country promoting the book but I check in often and will try to respond as quickly as possible. Thanks for your support.
You can pre-order the book here.
Best wishes,
Sebastian Junger
Farewell to Korengal - Op Ed in the New York Times
Here is a link to my New York Times Op-Ed piece "Farewell to Korengal" on the United States pulling out of the Korengal Valley. Anyone who leaves a comment on the article on my Facebook page will receive an early first chapter excerpt of WAR and be entered to win two tickets to the 92 St. Y event that I'm doing on Thursday, May 13th with two soldiers, Tom Hunter and Brendan O’Bryne, both of whom served in the Korengal Valley.
Link to NYT Op-Ed here.
"War of Emotion" - cover story in Publisher's Weekly
Thanks to Michael Coffey for the terrific author profile, "War of Emotion," the cover story in the current issue of Publisher's Weekly.
Link to PW here.
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