[eastbay]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Pretorian', '')$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('mos6507', 'I')MHO, Japan should be let loose to defend itself on its own without any WWII era restrictions. Enough already.

[Pretorian]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Micki', 'I') think the Nipps are seeing the writing of wall. That is why they are int eh alternative energy business...whale oil.

[eastbay]

Not a bad idea. I mean, Japan doesn't even have an effective military so what are they going to do about it? Whine to the UN... lol. In fact, we could cut off Germany and any other oil consuming nation with an emasculated military. Such thoughts will no doubt arise as time passes. We could call it 'demand destruction'.

[Caffeine]

Question: If the USD were to collapse (or at least be strongly devalued), what would be likely to happen in Japan?

[Tyler_JC]

Japan should pay for its own defenses. At the very least, they should send us a check or a couple hundred thousand free Toyota Prii (plural of Prius).

Japan is the world's second or third largest economy. The idea that they can mooch off of the United States for 60+ years is just absurd.

[Pretorian]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Tyler_JC', 'J')apan should pay for its own defenses. At the very least, they should send us a check or a couple hundred thousand free Toyota Prii (plural of Prius).

Japan is the world's second or third largest economy. The idea that they can mooch off of the United States for 60+ years is just absurd.

[Pretorian]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('eastbay', 'N')ot a bad idea. I mean, Japan doesn't even have an effective military so what are they going to do about it? Whine to the UN... lol. In fact, we could cut off Germany and any other oil consuming nation with an emasculated military. Such thoughts will no doubt arise as time passes. We could call it 'demand destruction'.

[mos6507]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Pretorian', '
')No, the idea is that they will be under Uncle Sam's thumb, geopolitically speaking.

[Pretorian]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('mos6507', '')$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Pretorian', '
')No, the idea is that they will be under Uncle Sam's thumb, geopolitically speaking.

[mos6507]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Pretorian', '
')They arent oppressed individually but Japan is oppressed as a country, as a political entity. Did they make even 1 independent move since 1945? Their defence minister, born in Nagasaki , stated that nuclear bombings were necessary, for crying out loud, can you go any further than that?

[Pretorian]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('mos6507', '[')url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nanking_Massacre#Contemporary_denialists_in_the_Japanese_government]Figures in the government also won't admit the Nanking massacre.[/url] If you cherry pick anecdotes you can push whatever theory you want. Bottom line is Iraq and Afghanistan are sh*tholes and likely to remain so forever, whereas Japan laughed all the way to the bank after WWII by beating us at our own game (capitalism). The asian model then followed in turn by South Korea, and now (ironically enough) by China and Vietnam.

[mos6507]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Pretorian', '
') Is it a suggestion that admitting Nanking massacre by Japan is essential for US foreign policy? Please. As long as US is run by Bernankes, Greenspans and alike , nothing will be as important as Halocoast being served for breakfast, dinner and supper.

[Ancient]

If I may; what's up with Putin's timing?

[Pretorian]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('mos6507', '')$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Pretorian', '
') Is it a suggestion that admitting Nanking massacre by Japan is essential for US foreign policy? Please. As long as US is run by Bernankes, Greenspans and alike , nothing will be as important as Halocoast being served for breakfast, dinner and supper.

[mos6507]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Pretorian', '
')with what? I thought it was US who started its WWII by cutting Japan of 90% of its oil supply.

[Pretorian]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('mos6507', '')$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Pretorian', 'w')ith what? I thought it was US who started its WWII by cutting Japan of 90% of its oil supply.

[Ferretlover]

Well, its about time-- the loose ends should cleaned up before WWIII starts.

[Chuckmak]

65 years ago tomorrow the largest seaborne invasion ever in history occured...lets honor those who died in the D-Day invasion. WWII was IMO the last war we fought that actually meant something...enjoy, and reflect...on the "longest day"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pT6dBYXASE
People of Western Europe. A landing was made this morning on the coast of France by troops of the Allied Expeditionary Force. This landing is part of the concerted United Nations’ plan for the liberation of Europe, made in conjunction with our great Russian allies.

I have this message for all of you. Although the initial assault may not have been made in your own country, the hour of your liberation is approaching.

All patriots, men and women, young and old, have a part to play in the achievement of final victory. To members of resistance movements, I say, “Follow the instructions you have received.” To patriots who are not members of organized resistance groups, I say, “Continue your passive resistance, but do not needlessly endanger your lives until I give you the signal to rise and strike the enemy. The day will come when I shall need your united strength.” Until that day, I call on you for the hard task of discipline and restraint.

Citizens of France! I am proud to have again under my command the gallant Forces of France. Fighting beside their Allies, they will play a worthy part in the liberation of their Homeland.

Because the initial landing has been made on the soil of your country, I repeat to you with even greater emphasis my message to the peoples of other occupied countries in Western Europe. Follow the instructions of your leaders. A premature uprising of all Frenchmen may prevent you from being of maximum help to your country in the critical hour. Be patient. Prepare!

As Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force, there is imposed on me the duty and responsibility of taking all measures necessary to the prosecution of the war. Prompt and willing obedience to the orders that I shall issue is essential.

Effective civil administration of France must be provided by Frenchmen. All persons must continue in their present duties unless otherwise instructed. Those who have made common cause with the enemy and so betrayed their country will be removed. As France is liberated from her oppressors, you yourselves will choose your representatives, and the government under which you wish to live.

In the course of this campaign for the final defeat of the enemy you may sustain further loss and damage. Tragic though they may be, they are part of the price of victory. I assure you that I shall do all in my power to mitigate your hardships. I know that I can count on your steadfastness now, no less than in the past. The heroic deeds of Frenchmen who have continued the struggle against the Nazis and their Vichy satellites, in France and throughout the French Empire, have been an example and an inspiration to all of us.

This landing is but the opening phase of the campaign in Western Europe. Great battles lie ahead. I call upon all who love freedom to stand with us. Keep your faith staunch - our arms are resolute - together we shall achieve victory.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGTWOB3pv6U
Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen of the Allied Expeditionary Force! You are about to embark upon a great crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you. The hopes and prayers of liberty loving people everywhere march with you. In company with our brave Allies and brothers in arms on other fronts, you will bring about the destruction of the German war machine, the elimination of Nazi tyranny over the oppressed peoples of Europe, and security for ourselves in a free world.

Your task will not be an easy one. Your enemy is well trained, well equipped and battle hardened, he will fight savagely.

But this is the year 1944! Much has happened since the Nazi triumphs of 1940-41. The United Nations have inflicted upon the Germans great defeats, in open battle, man to man. Our air offensive has seriously reduced their strength in the air and their capacity to wage war on the ground. Our home fronts have given us an overwhelming superiority in weapons and munitions of war, and placed at our disposal great reserves of trained fighting men. The tide has turned! The free men of the world are marching together to victory!

I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full victory!

Good Luck! And let us all beseech the blessings of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking.
~ Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower

[Joe_Carlton]

Yah a European landing was made this morning

[Joe_Carlton]

Time to celebrate that European landing mfs