I did not see this on TV, so I was very glad to read your cogent explanation for the platoon commander's actions.
The article and the headline could have been more accurate, but thank God for the Freepers who can tell the whole story.
I try to tell the Mr. that's why FR is so great! You just don't get the "facts" about an article until it's been through the Freeper gauntlet. Especially true of reports that discuss weaponry or guns of any sort.