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To: ItisaReligionofPeace

“Heck, start with the American revolution. It’s not just about firepower.”

We weren’t able to win the revolution until we formed an effective, well trained, regular force equipted much like the British Redcoats. Of course, the French Navy helped too.


138 posted on 12/31/2008 4:38:56 PM PST by DugwayDuke
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To: DugwayDuke

My point exactly. Thank you, DugwayDuke.


139 posted on 12/31/2008 9:33:29 PM PST by panaxanax ("Those who beat their swords into plowshares will plow for those that don't." T.Jefferson)
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To: DugwayDuke

Uhm, we were still up against what was widely recognized as the best military in the world. Our guerilla tactics had a huge effect.


140 posted on 12/31/2008 10:23:03 PM PST by ItisaReligionofPeace
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