American Shame

In war solders die in both combat and accidents. That fact is inescapable and the reason why we detest war. Accidents involving vehicles, helicopters, and planes have claimed many soldiers lives. While every casualty is tragic, these are heroic, honorable deaths, in service to our Country. What happened to Staff Sgt. Ryan Maseth in Iraq was neither heroic or honorable. This highly decorated soldier was killed by a water pump that was not properly grounded, when he turned on the shower in his barracks. OK, tragic but freak accidents happen right? WRONG! At least 12 U.S. soldiers have been electrocuted in Iraq since the start of the war in 2003! Five of them died! In all instances improper grounding was the likely culprit. Why the hell hasn't the Army straightened this out after the very first incident? Why have they not held the contractor accountable? This is a national disgrace and an undeserving end for America's Bravest. I have written a few posts recently about some serious issues with our military, but this is by far the most tragic. I would not want to have the job of visiting these soldiers families to tell them how they died. I would like the job of Secretary of Defense so I could kick the asses of those responsible for this tragedy. God rest their souls they are still American heroes.