Category Archives: Military

FILM REVIEW: “HACKSAW RIDGE”

Posted on November 6, 2016 by David B. Smith

Christians are wondering whether to steel themselves and take it the blood-bathed violence in Mel Gibson’s new war film, Hacksaw Ridge. I saw it on opening day, and for what it’s worth, my impression is that the war scenes are … Continue reading →

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“Duty” by Bob Gates, Secretary of Defense

Posted on March 15, 2015 by David B. Smith

As a moderately partisan voter, I found it instructive to read Bob Gates’ book, “Duty,” about his service as secretary of defense to presidents of two different parties. Here are my main takeaways. 1) Both Bush and Obama are decent, … Continue reading →

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