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Originally Posted by sheltiedave

Zeke, the Taliban wiped out six planes at $30 million apiece, did another $40 million or so in damage to four others, and overan an aviation field the Marines were detailed to guard, killing two Marines. $220 million plus in lost planes, two dead, and base security in tatters.

This rightfully destroyed careers, and all because they needed a recon unit and an extra ten jarheads to have overwhelming support. Critical assets need adequate critical manning to be protected, and the Marines didn't fail because of lack of training, determination, or courage. They failed in their mission because of slipshod planning and logistics. That points to the CCC structure, and that goes straight to the top.

I believe there might be more to this than is announced.

Two generals!