[Centurion2000]

And I guess the moral is if a boat load of Muslims is coming toward you, shoot first.

His superiors would have crucified him for provoking an international incident if he did that. I feel bad for the guy since he was in a damned if you do, damned if you don't situation.

[Candor7]

We have had soldiers in our history who would have made sure the men fired first and asked questions later.

Chesty Puller, Vinegar Joe Stillwell, and Patton come to mind. Our soldiers are warriors and should be stood to duty as warriors, not as peace corps staff.

[SittinYonder]

I was less making a suggestion and more commenting on the fact that the reporter confused "moral" for "morale." I understand the limitations Commander Lippold faced.

However, in the future, if you see a boatload of Muslims coming toward you, it might be a good idea to shoot.