Human Events Daily with Jack Posobiec Celebrating The 250th Birthday of the U.S Marines Live From Philadelphia
Nov 10, 2025
Dan Caldwell, a former Pentagon advisor and Marine veteran, and retired Lieutenant General Paul K. Van Riper, share profound insights as they celebrate the Marine Corps' 250th birthday. They discuss the intense combat faced by Marines in Vietnam, the personal toll of war, and the emotional bonds formed in service. Van Riper recounts his harrowing experiences and homecoming amidst anti-war sentiment. The duo emphasizes the importance of honoring veterans and the vital readiness of Marines today, urging a clear separation between troops' service and the conflicts they endure.
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Intensity Of Marine Combat In I Corps
- Vietnam Marines primarily served in I Corps along the DMZ, facing intense, high-casualty combat in Khe Sanh and Hue.
- Dan Caldwell stresses Vietnam's exceptional brutality and the Corps' disproportionate sacrifice there.
Don't Use Ready Forces As Global Policemen
- A capable Marine Corps does not justify global intervention in every conflict; force must remain a last resort.
- Dan Caldwell warns against using Marines as the world's policemen and stresses careful policy decisions.
Defeat Isn't Destiny For National Power
- Military defeats or withdrawals (e.g., Vietnam, Afghanistan) do not necessarily end American power; recovery depends on policy and rebuilding.
- Caldwell notes post-Vietnam reforms under leaders like Reagan restored U.S. military strength and deterrence.
