Posted on Dec 31, 2014
How are you reacting to the threats of ISIS towards our military?
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In case you haven't already been made aware - ISIS “lone wolf” individuals or groups may target active duty, reserve, and any person who has served and displays symbols of their service.
I believe the threat is real, and even if it is being over-hyped, there is nothing bad with being alert, aware, and ready to protect yourself and your family.
In addition to physical displays of your service, we each have a social media imprint that probably informs people of our service.
I am sure most of you are reading this, hunkering down, and thinking, "BRING IT!"
I have talked with several fellow Marines, and they are more than ready to defend themselves, their families, and fellow service members. I believe them. Other people I have discussed this with, however, are thinking about this threat and re-evaluating their actions - online and offline.
Due to my military training and current affiliations, I am usually alert and aware, perhaps overly so. I don't know how to turn it off, and that is perhaps a good thing. At any rate, I am even more heightened based on this news, and I want to make sure my fellow brothers and sisters-in-arms are aware as well.
Will this news change your actions or behaviors at all? What are your thoughts regarding this threat announcement to our nation's veterans and service-members?
I believe the threat is real, and even if it is being over-hyped, there is nothing bad with being alert, aware, and ready to protect yourself and your family.
In addition to physical displays of your service, we each have a social media imprint that probably informs people of our service.
I am sure most of you are reading this, hunkering down, and thinking, "BRING IT!"
I have talked with several fellow Marines, and they are more than ready to defend themselves, their families, and fellow service members. I believe them. Other people I have discussed this with, however, are thinking about this threat and re-evaluating their actions - online and offline.
Due to my military training and current affiliations, I am usually alert and aware, perhaps overly so. I don't know how to turn it off, and that is perhaps a good thing. At any rate, I am even more heightened based on this news, and I want to make sure my fellow brothers and sisters-in-arms are aware as well.
Will this news change your actions or behaviors at all? What are your thoughts regarding this threat announcement to our nation's veterans and service-members?
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While I don't discount the threat the goal of terrorism is to cause a change in a societies actions and behavior through fear. If I respond by changing my behavior to hide the fact that I am veteran then the terrorist have then been successful simply based on a threat.
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I don't think of myself as a "bring it on" kind of guy. Hell, I'm 72 and probably wouldn't be too difficult to handle. Sadly, I live in the Socialist Republic of California and getting a permit to carry concealed is about as likely as President Obama passing up a chance to play golf.
I am looking into the legality of carrying a police telescoping baton and, of course, have a short barrel 12 gauge loaded with OO Buck at home. Sadly, I doubt if any of that would really help in a terrorist attack. (Shooting at shrapnel from an exploding suicide bomber wouldn't do much good, would it?)
That being said, I am outspoken in my website/weblog, social media, and discussions such as those here on RallyPoint. Thus, I maintain a high degree of situational awareness so that I won't walk into trouble while plugged into a cell phone or iPod or texting or talking on a cell phone. I also keep emergency stocks of food and water at home. And, I keep current on first aid qualifications, have a handheld HAM radio, etc, etc, etc.
I wish my community would sponsor a civil defense organization and politic for it. I don't think the federal government will ever take such a prudent step.
Ultimately, I don't think that hunkering down and keeping quiet about the very real threats posed by (dare I say it?) "radical Islamists" is going to help. President Obama obviously never served. Had he, he might have learned that you can't simply hide in a foxhole. Eventually, someone is going to walk up and stick you with a bayonet...
I am looking into the legality of carrying a police telescoping baton and, of course, have a short barrel 12 gauge loaded with OO Buck at home. Sadly, I doubt if any of that would really help in a terrorist attack. (Shooting at shrapnel from an exploding suicide bomber wouldn't do much good, would it?)
That being said, I am outspoken in my website/weblog, social media, and discussions such as those here on RallyPoint. Thus, I maintain a high degree of situational awareness so that I won't walk into trouble while plugged into a cell phone or iPod or texting or talking on a cell phone. I also keep emergency stocks of food and water at home. And, I keep current on first aid qualifications, have a handheld HAM radio, etc, etc, etc.
I wish my community would sponsor a civil defense organization and politic for it. I don't think the federal government will ever take such a prudent step.
Ultimately, I don't think that hunkering down and keeping quiet about the very real threats posed by (dare I say it?) "radical Islamists" is going to help. President Obama obviously never served. Had he, he might have learned that you can't simply hide in a foxhole. Eventually, someone is going to walk up and stick you with a bayonet...
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I think the threat has been too hyped... Not to say use caution in general, but I had made a point to let them know it have a gift for them in two sizes, 7.62 x 51 mm and .45 ACP.... So, my holiday had been very quiet. If there is anyone out there with a really good Meme generator, I would love to see Al Bagdadi's head on a dildo...
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I rechecked that the privacy settings on my online accounts we set at the maximum and I changed some of my public profile pictures to ones where I am not in uniform. I don't advertize the fact that I am active duty with decals on my truck and I don't really plan to in the future. I don't carry a firearm on a regular basis but there is usually a knife in my pocket and two in the truck. The most important thing that I do is maintain situational awareness by regularly checking local law enforment and emergency service notices along with national, state and local threat reports. I believe that this is probably the best practice to avoid becoming a target of opportunity.
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The fact that I talk with the Anti-Terrorism Officers down the hall helps out a lot too!
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eh might not have been the greatest Marine but yet 13 weeks on P.I. 1 month on C.L. ( Camp Gieger.......yes i'm a POG ) and 6 weeks at FT. Sill OK ugh.....and then so forth being a reservist, if any one from ISIS were to disrupt my daily routine i will personally show them where the ICE IS........
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Cpl Anthony Pearson I deactivated my Facebook accounts, but maintain my RP, and Linked In account. I am always armed and think tactically wherever I go. I plan an egress route, look for cover and concealment options, and maintain a survival state of mind.
I don't regard myself as having a "bring it" mentality, but if it comes, I am prepared.
I don't regard myself as having a "bring it" mentality, but if it comes, I am prepared.
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As it should be, that would make you more of a survivalist then the great majority out there. Even if not targeted by organized anti military groups, there is still that lone wolf whackedoodle out there - point is make yourself a hard target 24/7.
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My fb account is active, I let people know that I am a vet but I do pay attention to my surroundings.
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I've always been somewhat careful not to broadcast my military (now veteran) affiliation to the world. When the FBI and DHS came out recently with their warning to the military to be careful about what they reveal in their online presence, I didn't have to change much. I'm affiliated with the Army here on RallyPoint and on Facebook, but my privacy settings are pretty tight on Facebook, and I count on RallyPoint to be secure.
Like you, Cpl Anthony Pearson, I think this threat is real. I'm not one of those "bring it" guys. I'm more of a "blend in" guy who hopes to avoid the threat. If a lone wolf is already targeting me (or any service member), there's probably not much I can do to avoid it. That's why it's so important to take preventive measures to avoid becoming a target in the first place.
Like you, Cpl Anthony Pearson, I think this threat is real. I'm not one of those "bring it" guys. I'm more of a "blend in" guy who hopes to avoid the threat. If a lone wolf is already targeting me (or any service member), there's probably not much I can do to avoid it. That's why it's so important to take preventive measures to avoid becoming a target in the first place.
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COL Ted Mc
When a couple of homicidal sociopaths killed two Canadian soldiers, the knee-jerk official response of Canada's Defence Department was to advise members of the Canadian Military NOT TO WEAR THEIR UNIFORMS IN PUBLIC.
The response to that from the members of the Canadian Military (except for the careerists, military bureaucrats, and civil servants who "thought" it up) was "FOXTROT UNIFORM! I'm not afraid of you and I'm proud to show that I'm not afraid of you".
I strongly agree with the "Rank and File" on this one and the "Pointy Hats" can get stuffed.
The response to that from the members of the Canadian Military (except for the careerists, military bureaucrats, and civil servants who "thought" it up) was "FOXTROT UNIFORM! I'm not afraid of you and I'm proud to show that I'm not afraid of you".
I strongly agree with the "Rank and File" on this one and the "Pointy Hats" can get stuffed.
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I am deployed to their backyard and serving with the great Americans and our friends that eliminate pieces of who and what they are every day
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