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November 28th, 2004
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| Immunes | Post; Spratley Islands: Next Flashpoint in Asia?The Spratley Islands is thought to be the next flashpoint in Asia, with China, The Philippines, Malaysia, Taiwan, Vietnam and Brunei laying claim to all or part of the island group. All, except Brunei have stationed troops on "their" island/s. It is believed to be an oil rich chain of islands aside from it's natural gas deposit. China and Vietnam have crossed swords before over them, China being the largest and possesing the largest military force in the region (as well as the world for that matter) is seen as a bully and is rewarded with the hate of most of it's neighbors. Do you think this would lead to another war? even a limited one at that?
__________________ \"The General has given me the pick of all the men that can be spared and ordered me to defend the Pass. I realize what a terrible task has been given me. And yet i feel that this is the most glorious moment of my life. What i do is done for my beloved country . No sacrifice can be too great.\" Gen.Gregorio del Pilar 24 years old, on the night of 1 Dec. 1899 at Tirad Pass, he was killed the next day battling American troops. |
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November 28th, 2004
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| Immunes | For a brief backgrounder, here are some links.... http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/...pg.html#Issues www.american.edu/TED/SPRATLY.HTM |
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November 28th, 2004
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| Primus Pilus | Had this topic before, add your stuff to this: http://www.military-quotes.com/forum...hlight=spratly |
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November 28th, 2004
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| Immunes | Sorry.....  |
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