Squadron

The second passage I chose was not about Yossarian’s character, though it may deal with how frustrated he finds his new roomates, but about the glamorization of war. “They were the most depressing group of people Yossarian had ever been with. They were always in high spirits. They laughed at everything. They called him ‘Yo-Yo’ jocularly and came in tipsy late at night and woke him up with their clumsy, bumping, giggling efforts to be quiet, then bombarded him with asinine shouts of hilarious…

The Experience of African and Mexican Americans During World War II To most Americans, World War II began when President Franklin D. Roosevelt declared war on Japan after the attack on Pearl Harbor. During the war, minorities such as African, Japanese, Jewish, and Mexican Americans served in the U.S. Armed Forces and worked to support the war effort. However, many were treated differently because of their race or religion. Two of the most notable groups that faced prejudice includes blacks and…

the job to Farragut “because of ‘the way he had cleared out from Norfolk after Virginia seceded,’” showing his true dedication to American principles as he was born in the South. Farragut was officially given command of the Western Gulf Blockading Squadron on January 1862 and was told his flagship would be the Hartford. In addition, he received orders “to take possession of New Orleans, push up the Mississippi River, reduce the forts defending Mobile Bay, and blockade the coast within his area…

The Mystery of the Bermuda Triangle The Bermuda triangle throughout the years, it’s been a mystery to the world. Interestingly, there exist many theories and myths concerning the subject. The Bermuda Triangle geographically forms a triangle. There are many questions relatively what really happens in this area on the ocean such as: How is it possible the disappearance of aircrafts and ships? Has the mystery been solved? What occurs and what makes this incident happen? What has happened with…

Alan B. Shepard Jr. had a very accomplished life. Shepard was born on November 18, 1923, and passed away on July 21, 1998. He excelled in school, and was the first person in space. He also led the Apollo 14 mission to the moon. Along with his great accomplishments, Shepard also had to deal with a fair amount of problems. Shepard was born and raised in East Derry, New Hampshire, where he was very successful in school. He also did odd jobs at the local airfield to learn more about airplanes.…

time, I didn’t understand why the military was still using paper records; they were often lost (mine – twice in three years), supervisors could “pencil-whip” training dates, and they were a pain to keep updated. I was the change agent within my squadron when the Air Force rolled out the new system Training Business Area…

We are defined by the decisions we make in life. How do we know if the choices we make are right or wrong? Loyalty syndrome is an ethical trap where you make decisions based on respect and/or loyalty to an individual, unit, or organization etc. rather than on military rules, regulations, and codes of conduct (Mod 6). I find that loyalty syndrome is important to me because I believe a leader should treat everyone fairly and equally not matter the relationship you have with your personnel. I am…

I am a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York, where i graduated as a Regular Army Engineer Officer. i hold a master's degree in Philosophy, Politics and in Mechanical Engineering focusing on Robotics. I attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology where i obtained a Masters degree in Mechanical . I am a graduate of the National War College, Command and General Staff College, Armor Officer Advanced and Basic Courses, and Ranger and Airborne schools. I was…

In the book “Prodigy” by Marie Lu, a story is told from the perspective of two people who in the previous book had broken the nation's most wanted criminals out of prison. When reading a book it is easy to lose interest within only the first 50 pages however, Marie Lu avoids that problem by adding in a rather interesting element at the very beginning. Within the first 30 pages the main character, June, is told that “It’s official, then. You’re going to help us assassinate the new Elector…

another, find themselves fearing the danger, trying to escape it in every way possible, even if it puts themselves in sight of even further jeopardy, such as captivity or isolation. In the story Catch-22 by Joseph Heller, Yossarian and most of his squadron do what they can to escape the war and the overwhelming danger and insanity of it in general to return…