As an NCO or Officer charged with the accomplishment of a mission, the care and safety of my troops, and the responsibility to not only abide by but to enforce the laws of war I cannot support his alleged actions.
As the commander he would be duty bound to arrest, confine, and prosecute any member of his command who he suspected had performed these or similar alleged acts.
Civilians and some soldiers (especially his troops) may support his alleged actions. The U.S. Government, the military, the Army, Commanders and NCOs at all levels, and especially LTC West know that, if true, his actions were illegal and must be punished.
Today’s military is highly trained, well motivated, and professional. The last thing we need is an unruly mob lead by people who ignore laws and disobey orders and regulations.
I realize that this is necessary for you to continue to act like a morally pompous ass, but...
No one, to my recollection, has suggested or even implied that the military have no rules. That you suggest such shows the vacuity and thoughtlessness of your position.
Unless you know something the rest of us don't: Col West's style was ignoring the rules 100% of the time and encouraging his men to do the same?
Absolutism is so juvenile!