Readers;

Last Friday was Employee Appreciation Day here at the USTC Compound. Our employees are an integral part of our business running smoothly and efficiently and this time was set aside to say "thank you for all that you do." I personally want to thank all of our essential personnel who could not attend. You are not forgotten and thank you for your dedication and hard work

It's back to business as usual here in Moyock. We are "Training today to meet the challenges of tomorrow!"

Stay safe.

Zach Taylor

Managing Editor, Blackwater Tactical Weekly
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American military commanders with the NATO mission in Afghanistan told President Obama's chief envoy to the region this weekend that they did not have enough troops to do their job, pushed past their limit by Taliban rebels who operate across borders.

The commanders emphasized problems in southern Afghanistan, where Taliban insurgents continue to bombard towns and villages with rockets despite a new influx of American troops, and in eastern Afghanistan, where the father-and-son-led Haqqani network of militants has become the main source of attacks against American troops and their Afghan allies.

Scottish legislators gathered Monday for an emergency meeting on the government's decision to release the Lockerbie bomber as critics claimed the act could severely damage relations with the United States.

The government of First Minister Alex Salmond has faced unrelenting criticism from the both the U.S. government and the families of American bombing victims for freeing Abdel Baset al-Megrahi.

The Libyan - the only man convicted of killing 270 people in the 1988 airline bombing -was released last week on compassionate grounds because he is terminally ill with prostate cancer. He has returned to his native Libya.

A photo of a young woman, Ashleigh Kenny, standing next to Congressman Jack Kingston (R-GA) while he holds a t-Shirt is making the rounds, and making waves. The photo shows a t-shirt that says "R.I.P. The U.S. Constitution" on the front.

The back of the t-shirt, not visible in the photo, is emblazoned with a quote from Ronald Reagan: "In this present crisis, government is not the solution to our problem, government is the problem." Ashleigh Kenny presented the t-shirt to Kingston at a health care reform town hall on August 3rd.
A photo of a young woman, Ashleigh Kenny, standing next to Congressman Jack Kingston (R-GA) while he holds a t-Shirt is making the rounds, and making waves. The photo shows a t-shirt that says "R.I.P. The U.S. Constitution" on the front.

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PRESS RELEASE: SF National Guard Soldier dies from wounds received in action

U.S. Army Special Operations Command Public Affairs Office

FORT BRAGG, N.C. (USASOC News Service, Aug. 19, 2009) – An Army Special Forces Soldier died August 16 from wounds received during combat operations in Ghazni, Afghanistan while serving with Company B, 2nd Battalion, 20th Special Forces Group (Airborne) based in Glenn Arm, Md.

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Tactical Equipment Evaluation

I am lucky that part of my job is to attend some trade shows, find out what's new or different, and pass that along. This week, TREXPO East was held in Chantilly, Virginia and there were a few interesting pieces of equipment on display or being introduced. The list of them is below with a touch of info about each - and you can look forward to future full reports on how the products actually held up after testing.

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Recreational Equipment Review

Unless you've been lucky enough not to buy a flashlight in the past five years or if you just aren't into "new fangled" equipment, you're aware of the LED revolution in lighting tools. Some of them are compact and bright enough to make them excellent for recreational outdoor purposes, even when that "recreational outdoor" purpose is dealing with the drunk moron who wandered into your campsite to caus a ruckus.

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WHAT SHALL I SAY TO ALL THIS?

Shall I scream it?  Would it help to broadcast it from the housetops? Should it not be said to every Peace Keeper going out to duty? It is part of my closing every week...
BE CAREFUL OUT THERE! ALWAYS be alert, watchful, suspicious and wary. Take the very best care of you as you care for and about others...

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With the coming of fall, you may be inclined to change up your exercise routine. Perhaps you have been a bit lazy during the hot summer months or perhaps you just need a change of pace.

Fall is a great time to exercise. There is something about the fresh crisp air of a fall day that is not only invigorating, but that makes you want to spend more time outdoors. Perhaps you have spent most of the summer in a gym to avoid the 90 degree days and you are simply ready for some fresh air. Here are some tips to help you get started:

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Here are some links for charitable organizations.

The Blackwater Tactical Weekly does not endorse any organization over another nor encourage charitable contributions, we provide these links as a public service, and take no responsibility for the actual sites. Although we strive to validate the sites before linking we caution you to do your own research, as the internet is ripe with scams.

Paralyzed Veterans of America works to maximize the quality of life for its members and all people with SCI/D as a leading advocate for health care, SCI/D research and education, veterans’ benefits and rights, accessibility and the removal of architectural barriers, sports programs, and disability rights.

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