WuMo by Wulff & Morgenthaler for July 12, 2022

And why is there a Civil War looking mortar on it?

It’s called negotiating from a position of strength and intimidation. Doesn’t usually lead to good, long-term peace.

That’ll be thirty days in the brig for an unauthorized sensible question from a seaman.

“Speak softly and carry a big stick.”

He belongs in the Air Force. He’s a thinker!

Peacekeeping through power

And why do we DRIVE on a PARKWAY and PARK on a DRIVEWAY? Tip of the hat to Steven Wright…..

Because we don’t use the term “tin can” anymore.

Come in peace with sailors ready to spend money and party. Be prepared to respond if they say no.

God bless out naval fleet….

You’re on a mission to protect the bits that are yours… a “piece keeping” mission!

It’s a [Torpedo Boat] Destroyer. The term dates back to the 19th Century.

Excellent point…..

The original purpose of the destroyer was to counteract submarine warfare.

But since the evolution of the Aegis class with its plethora of armament and ultra-sophisticated electronics, the destroyer has become the all-purpose warship.

A long, long time in the future,

In a galaxy far, far away,

You will learn that the proper term

Is Forceful Negotiations.

Military peace keeping action is a bit of an oxymoron. Kind of like military intelligence!

In case diplomacy doesn’t work Son……

We are conducting gunboat diplomacy.

Doctors Without Borders in Afghanistan: Stop having military members do humanitarian work, the Taliban is getting confused. Soon after the Taliban blew up a van filled with MSF doctors

Always be polite, friendly and fair, but be sure to carry a big stick. If you appear vulnerable; there are always those that will want to take advantage of you.