That is only a result of the Clinton Administration handcuffing the military. The on the scene commander indicated that he needed US Armor support to carry out his mission to capture Adid. It was denied. He made the mistake of trying to support his troops with air only. PBS did an American Experience piece on Black Hawk Down. Those Rangers and Delta Force guys are one tough bunch. They may have been bloddied but they kicked serious ass.
The problem that we paying for today is we didn't reload and bring all the whoop-ass. Instead Clinton pulled out and the ragheads began to question our resolve.
Changing direction, please don't forget the Chicago woman that was arrested for telling Clinton to his face that he had killed those boys.
I only vaguely remember this story. As I recall it, she told Clinton he killed "those boys" and a few minutes later I believe it was Hillary who pointed out the woman to the SS. She was held over night but I don't believe ever charged with anything though she may have been hit with an IRS audit. I wish I could remember the particulars so I could look it up. I had forgotten about her.