Can you explain, Will, why our politicians refused to secure the airport perimeter with American troops, and to a larger extent, why they chose to abandon so many Afghans to the Taliban instead of telling the Tali we'll leave when the last helper boards the plane? I understand the need to get out after 20 years, but why was it executed so horribly? Between this and the fall of Saigon, the end of the American wars always seem to stain our soul even darker. I'd appreciate your views.
Thank you, Will, much obliged. It's a question that haunts and frustrates me because I've never seen a good explanation for such an abrupt withdrawal that harmed so many good people. Will try Kabul as well.
Anyone familiar with the actual history of the United States would recognize the similarities with what happened to the veterans of my little Nation who helped General Jackson at the Battle of Horseshoe Bend. Those who do not remember history are doomed to repeat it, over, and over, and over...
It is heartbreaking to hear and realize what you and your friends suffered that day and so many to follow. I continue to pray for peace for you and your little family and those who joined you in your efforts to get our Afghan partners to safety.
You two ladies stated it so eloquently. We failed our Veterans and our Afghan allies in the most egregious way. I pray for peace for them and you Will as I do every day. Thank you for continuing the work you do. It is so vitally important. You are a bright light in this dark world.
I am heartbroken for you and all of the families who lost their loved ones at Abbey Gate and all across these wars. This includes all of the Afghans who were left behind, those who were killed during the wars and those who made it out but long for their country. I wept today coming to work as I heard the ceremony and TAPS played at Arlington to commemorate our 13 lost this day. I am forever grateful you made it out but for you and other Afghanistan war veterans the awful end to this war and all of its impacts still are with you and you will carry that burden forever. Everyone who has worked hard to get as many Afghans out have also been changed. I hear it all from our veterans on campus here in Texas. I also feel betrayed as a mother who sacrificed alongside your service for 20 plus years and am heartbroken to see that there is no accountability which at least would help. Thank you for writing this article to continue to let others know.
Can you explain, Will, why our politicians refused to secure the airport perimeter with American troops, and to a larger extent, why they chose to abandon so many Afghans to the Taliban instead of telling the Tali we'll leave when the last helper boards the plane? I understand the need to get out after 20 years, but why was it executed so horribly? Between this and the fall of Saigon, the end of the American wars always seem to stain our soul even darker. I'd appreciate your views.
I will answer this question in the form of an article. It's an excellent question. I recommend that you read Kabul by Jerry Dunleavy. It's excellent.
Thank you, Will, much obliged. It's a question that haunts and frustrates me because I've never seen a good explanation for such an abrupt withdrawal that harmed so many good people. Will try Kabul as well.
Anyone familiar with the actual history of the United States would recognize the similarities with what happened to the veterans of my little Nation who helped General Jackson at the Battle of Horseshoe Bend. Those who do not remember history are doomed to repeat it, over, and over, and over...
Beautifully written, Will. I can feel the pain.
It is heartbreaking to hear and realize what you and your friends suffered that day and so many to follow. I continue to pray for peace for you and your little family and those who joined you in your efforts to get our Afghan partners to safety.
You two ladies stated it so eloquently. We failed our Veterans and our Afghan allies in the most egregious way. I pray for peace for them and you Will as I do every day. Thank you for continuing the work you do. It is so vitally important. You are a bright light in this dark world.
I am heartbroken for you and all of the families who lost their loved ones at Abbey Gate and all across these wars. This includes all of the Afghans who were left behind, those who were killed during the wars and those who made it out but long for their country. I wept today coming to work as I heard the ceremony and TAPS played at Arlington to commemorate our 13 lost this day. I am forever grateful you made it out but for you and other Afghanistan war veterans the awful end to this war and all of its impacts still are with you and you will carry that burden forever. Everyone who has worked hard to get as many Afghans out have also been changed. I hear it all from our veterans on campus here in Texas. I also feel betrayed as a mother who sacrificed alongside your service for 20 plus years and am heartbroken to see that there is no accountability which at least would help. Thank you for writing this article to continue to let others know.