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Full-Text Articles in Military, War, and Peace
Military Justice: A Very Short Introduction (Book Review), Mark Patrick Nevitt
Military Justice: A Very Short Introduction (Book Review), Mark Patrick Nevitt
All Faculty Scholarship
This short essay reviews Professor Eugene Fidell’s recently published book, “Military Justice A Very Short Introduction” (Oxford Press). This book is a welcome addition to military law and military justice literature more generally. Eugene Fidell, a professor at Yale Law School, brings a tremendous breadth of experience as both a scholar and military justice practitioner. He also possesses a keen observational and critical eye to the subject of military justice practiced here and abroad.
The book review first provides an overview of Professor Fidell’s book, its organizational set-up, and where it sits in the broader context of military justice literature. …
Packers, Beth Liechti
Packers, Beth Liechti
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
An army officer reminisces about her past love, her military career, and a great pair of cowboy boots.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
The Pit, John Price
The Pit, John Price
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
In training, not everyone can handle the stress of throwing a grenade.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
My Best Day At Sea, Rob Paylor
My Best Day At Sea, Rob Paylor
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
An Army chopper pilot off the coast of Beirut plays a trick on a Marine platoon on their carrier.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Gait Of Power, David Aldridge
Gait Of Power, David Aldridge
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A soldier in Vietnam experiences something beyond the normal when he covers his squad during retreat from a firefight.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
G-Day, Donald Green
G-Day, Donald Green
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A young Marine artilleryman and his gun crew chase Saddam’s forces across the Kuwaiti desert.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Quarter Cav, Jess Lockhart
Quarter Cav, Jess Lockhart
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
In Vietnam, it was always easier to ride than to walk through the jungle.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
The Things We Carry, Sheri Clark
The Things We Carry, Sheri Clark
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A soldier’s wife describes the burdens of silence and heartache.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
The Real Thing, Sheri Clark
The Real Thing, Sheri Clark
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A veteran’s wife realizes she married a veteran of Vietnam not after their wedding vows but when he finally chooses to speak about the war.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience …
You And The Time, Phillip A. Trezza
You And The Time, Phillip A. Trezza
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A medic reflects on how things have changed in his life over time.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Bonne Année, David M. Aldridge
Bonne Année, David M. Aldridge
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A young soldier returns from his first tour in Vietnam, takes his first job at a remote gas station, and finds himself staring down killers.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience …
Dawn, Richard H. Geisel
Dawn, Richard H. Geisel
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
In vivid poetic language, a foot soldier describes the terror and power of walking point in Vietnam.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Class 05-84, Lacy Ward
Class 05-84, Lacy Ward
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A young Navy pilot finds a humorous way to hold onto his individuality during basic training.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
The Salute, Larry Meier
The Salute, Larry Meier
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A soldier returns from Vietnam to accompany the body of a young warrior to his small Virginia town.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Carry-On Luggage, Jack Frazer
Carry-On Luggage, Jack Frazer
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A soldier comes home from Vietnam, measuring his life by what he brings home in his pockets and duffel from the war.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Button, Chris Knaggs
Button, Chris Knaggs
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A veteran volunteer at the Virginia War Memorial tries to strike up a dialogue with a young, angry protester, and learns a hard lesson about the grief of others.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so …
Post Awesome, Chip Lauterbach
Post Awesome, Chip Lauterbach
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A Marine in Afghanistan returns from a battle, eager to speak with his wife; he can't reach her, and his heart sinks in worry.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may …
Reforming The Pentagon: Reflections On How Everything Became War And The Military Became Everything, Mark P. Nevitt
Reforming The Pentagon: Reflections On How Everything Became War And The Military Became Everything, Mark P. Nevitt
All Faculty Scholarship
What best explains how “Everything Became War and the Military Became Everything?”— the provocative title of a recent book by Professor Rosa Brooks of Georgetown Law. In this Essay, I turn to the Department of Defense’s (DoD) unique agency design as the vehicle to address this question. Specifically, I first describe and analyze the role that the 1947 National Security Act and 1986 Goldwater-Nichols Act play in incentivizing organizational behavior within the DoD. These two Acts have broad implications for national security governance. Relatedly, I address the consequences of these two core national security laws, focusing on the …