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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old

If your bayonet breaks, strike with the stock. If the stock gives way, hit him with your fists. If your fists are hurt, bite him with your teeth

- General Mikhail I. Dragomirov, "Notes for soldiers" 1890.
(Monthy Python, "The Black Knight" anyone?? :)

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Military Word Of The Day

RDM

remotely-delivered mine

Today in Military History

July 24

1704:

Capture of Gibraltar, the only Battle Honour on the Royal Marines Arms

1943:

AGIRA, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 28 July 43)

1953:

THE SAMICHON, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 26 July 53)

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