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Hundreds of people from across Britain are this morning marching on the Atomic Weapons Establishment at Aldermaston in Berkshire. They are converging in large groups from all directions - by bus, train, bicycle and on foot - determined to carry out the world's largest ever inspection of a nuclear weapons factory. A big police presence of several hundred officers is protecting the site.
Ground Zero Center for Nonviolent Action, Mother's Day 2008
Mourning for all of the victims of war; the toll of violence ranges far and wide, and there are many more victims of violence and war than might seem apparent. In fact, there is an argument to be made that we are all victims of the violence of war (even those who, in the military industry for example, supposedly benefit.)
Anti-war / anti-nuclear weapons activists converged on the Naval Submarine Base Kitsap-Bangor on Saturday May 10th, 2008 in a Mothers Day commemorative action. Participant's engaged in a traditional vigil and nonviolent civil resistance direct action to oppose the weapons of mass destruction as they exist in their offensive capacity on the base. The offensive capacity of the weapons is in contravention of several legally binding international agreements. Unfortunately, the United States Government is in flagrant violation of these treaties. The abnegation of international law by the Government of the United States of America imperils the world. Decision-makers behave in ways that are Machiavellian. They employ the Hobbesian model of power-politics where "might makes right" and the "ends justify the means", which is then applied to international discourse. However, there is a better way.
By respecting international laws and agreements, the United States can help to promote and create an international environment of equity and respect.
One of the problems with the trident nuclear missile programs is that in addition to their purported role as a well-intentioned defense, these missiles also serve as a basic international bully mechanism. The trident missile system deployed via Bangor submarine base is estimated to be capable of wreaking a several months' long nuclear winter over much of the globe.
Instead of operating in the realm of power-politics where the application, or the threat of application, of brute force hangs over international proceedings: I challenge the Government and the People of the USA to pursue a better way. I challenge the Gov't and People of the United States of America (including myself) to work for a foreign policy that truly values human rights, human dignity, human health, environmental health, fairness and equity, truth, honesty, respectfulness (for ourselves individually, for each other, and for the Earth). The means create the ends.
U.S. Army Sgt. Quran T. Williams, survey team member, 21st Weapons of Mass Destruction-Civil Support Team (21st WMD-CST), New Jersey National Guard, contacts the tactical operations center after discovering an abandoned bag in a stairwell during an exercise at the TD Bank Ballpark, Bridgewater Township, N.J., June 25, 2019. The scenarios, which ranged from reacting to pharmaceutical based agents to training to sharpen joint hazardous assessment team skills, were created by staff from the Edgewood Chemical Biological Center at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. The 21st WMD-CST supports civil authorities at man-made or natural disasters by identifying chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear substances, as well as assess the consequences, and advises on response measures. (New Jersey National Guard photo by Mark C. Olsen)
7 January 2008
"Oxford professor of international relations Avi Shlaim served in the Israeli army and has never questioned the state's legitamacy. But its merciless assault on Gaza has led him to devastating conclusions" Guardian Newspaper. www.guardian.co.uk/world/2009/jan/07/gaza-israel-palestine
Mother of God holds the Earth destroyed by nuclear winter. Surrounding her are the weapons of mass destruction.
Happy Banner Holders!
Ground Zero Center for Nonviolent Action, Mother's Day 2008
Anti-war / anti-nuclear weapons activists converged on the Naval Submarine Base Kitsap-Bangor on May 11th, Mother's Day 2008. Participant's engaged in a traditional vigil and nonviolent civil resistance direct action to oppose the weapons of mass destruction as they exist in their offensive capacity on the base. The offensive capacity of the weapons is in contravention of several legally binding international agreements. Unfortunately, the United States Government is in flagrant violation of these treaties. The abnegation of international law by the Government of the United States of America imperils the world. Decision-makers behave in ways that are Machiavellian. They employ the Hobbesian model of power-politics where "might makes right" and the "ends justify the means", which is then applied to international discourse. However, there is a better way.
By respecting international laws and agreements, the United States can help to promote and create an international environment of equity and respect.
One of the problems with the trident nuclear missile programs is that in addition to their purported role as a well-intentioned defense, these missiles also serve as a basic international bully mechanism. The trident missile system deployed via Bangor submarine base is estimated to be capable of wreaking a several months' long nuclear winter over much of the globe.
Instead of operating in the realm of power-politics where the application, or the threat of application, of brute force hangs over international proceedings: I challenge the Government and the People of the USA to pursue a better way. I challenge the Gov't and People of the United States of America (including myself) to work for a foreign policy that truly values human rights, human dignity, human health, environmental health, fairness and equity, truth, honesty, respectfulness (for ourselves individually, for each other, and for the Earth).
The means create the ends.
Opening Day of the Meeting of States Parties of the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production and Stockpiling of Bacteriological (Biological) and Toxin Weapons and on Their Destruction (Geneva - 10 December - 14 December, 2012).
U.S. Mission Photo by Yves Bouvie
Michigan Air National Guard member, Staff Sgt. William Spencer with the 127th Logistics Readiness Squadron, looks on as MING 51st Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team members set up shoring to drive their vehicles on to a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Feb. 23, 2015. The 51st traveled to U.S. Naval Air Station Key West, Fla., for an exercise and evaluation by U.S. Army North analysts in preparation of the team’s recertification requirement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Denice Rankin/Released)
Hans Blix (Chairman of the WMD Commission) with Alan Dukes and Jill Donoghue at the Institute in 2006
These pics. I took in the San Fernando Valley of L.A. It was the day before the air show. I rushed down there to film the P-51, B-17 & B-24 doing fly overs before they landed. The still shots didn't come out well , coz I was busy trying to film with my video cam in one hand and take pictures with the other hand, I won't do that again.
Nikon D700 | Nikkor 28/1.4D
I think this is a better perspective and angle than either of my other shots.
Dr. Margaret Sloane, named the new Director of the Program for Emerging Leaders (PEL), discusses her vision for PEL going forward and solicits comments and recommendations from current members.
29/1/10 - Stop the War Demonstration, QEII Conference Centre, London. Former Prime Minister Tony Blair answered questions from the Chilcot Inquiry into the Iraq War, in the face of a demonstration by Stop The War, determined that he face charges of war crimes.
Robinson Maneuver Training Center; North Little Rock, Arkansas.:-- Members of the FBI presented the 61st Civil Support Team a plaque to commemerate their support in safeguarding the lives of Arkansans from Weapons of Mass Destruction. The award was presented by Special Agent Daniel Sturgill, WMD Coordinator.
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Hundreds of people from across Britain are this morning marching on the Atomic Weapons Establishment at Aldermaston in Berkshire. They are converging in large groups from all directions - by bus, train, bicycle and on foot - determined to carry out the world's largest ever inspection of a nuclear weapons factory. A big police presence of several hundred officers is protecting the site.
Ground Zero Center for Nonviolent Action, Mother's Day 2008
Drumming and chanting is a traditional component of the protest.
Anti-war / anti-nuclear weapons activists converged on the Naval Submarine Base Kitsap-Bangor on Saturday May 10th, 2008 in a Mothers Day commemorative action. Participant's engaged in a traditional vigil and nonviolent civil resistance direct action to oppose the weapons of mass destruction as they exist in their offensive capacity on the base. The offensive capacity of the weapons is in contravention of several legally binding international agreements. Unfortunately, the United States Government is in flagrant violation of these treaties. The abnegation of international law by the Government of the United States of America imperils the world. Decision-makers behave in ways that are Machiavellian. They employ the Hobbesian model of power-politics where "might makes right" and the "ends justify the means", which is then applied to international discourse. However, there is a better way.
By respecting international laws and agreements, the United States can help to promote and create an international environment of equity and respect.
One of the problems with the trident nuclear missile programs is that in addition to their purported role as a well-intentioned defense, these missiles also serve as a basic international bully mechanism. The trident missile system deployed via Bangor submarine base is estimated to be capable of wreaking a several months' long nuclear winter over much of the globe.
Instead of operating in the realm of power-politics where the application, or the threat of application, of brute force hangs over international proceedings: I challenge the Government and the People of the USA to pursue a better way. I challenge the Gov't and People of the United States of America (including myself) to work for a foreign policy that truly values human rights, human dignity, human health, environmental health, fairness and equity, truth, honesty, respectfulness (for ourselves individually, for each other, and for the Earth). The means create the ends.
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Arnold Young, 21st Weapons of Mass Destruction-Civil Support Team (21st WMD-CST), New Jersey National Guard, logs in prior to an exercise at the TD Bank Ballpark, Bridgewater Township, N.J., June 25, 2019. The scenarios, which ranged from reacting to pharmaceutical based agents to training to sharpen joint hazardous assessment team skills, were created by staff from the Edgewood Chemical Biological Center at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. The 21st WMD-CST supports civil authorities at man-made or natural disasters by identifying chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear substances, as well as assess the consequences, and advises on response measures. (New Jersey National Guard photo by Mark C. Olsen)
29/1/10 - Stop the War Demonstration, QEII Conference Centre, London. Former Prime Minister Tony Blair answered questions from the Chilcot Inquiry into the Iraq War, in the face of a demonstration by Stop The War, determined that he face charges of war crimes.
Master Sgt. Chris Phillips (right), a training noncommissioned officer in the operations section of 71st Ordnance Group (EOD), weighs the ruck sack of Cpl. Walter Pablo (left), an explosive ordnance disposal team member with 741st Ordnance Company, 3rd Ordnance Battalion, 71st Ordnance Group (EOD), at the finish point of an 8-mile ruck march, which was part of the 71st EOD Team of the Year competition, Apr. 8, 2018, at Fort Carson, Colo. Pablo is one of three two-man teams competing for the honor of representing the 71st EOD in the Department of Defense EOD competition, to be held in June. The ruck march included multiple rigorous tasks that allowed teams to use their specific skill-sets to gain point advantages for the overall competition. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Lance Pounds, 71st Ordnance Group (EOD), Public Affairs)
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Dr. Seth Carus and Mr. John Caves from the Center for the Study of Weapons of Mass Destruction preparing to disucss chemical and biological weapons and deterrence.
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jesus DeLaCruz, 21st Weapons of Mass Destruction-Civil Support Team (21st WMD-CST), New Jersey National Guard, inspects an abandoned bag during an exercise at the TD Bank Ballpark, Bridgewater Township, N.J., June 25, 2019. The scenarios, which ranged from reacting to pharmaceutical based agents to training to sharpen joint hazardous assessment team skills, were created by staff from the Edgewood Chemical Biological Center at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. The 21st WMD-CST supports civil authorities at man-made or natural disasters by identifying chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear substances, as well as assess the consequences, and advises on response measures. (New Jersey National Guard photo by Mark C. Olsen)
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Cory J. Sweetman, left, survey team leader, and Staff Sgt. Julian Londono, survey team member, inspect the stands for simulated weapons of mass destruction during an exercise at the TD Bank Ballpark, Bridgewater Township, N.J., June 25, 2019. The scenarios, which ranged from reacting to pharmaceutical based agents to training to sharpen joint hazardous assessment team skills, were created by staff from the Edgewood Chemical Biological Center at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. The 21st WMD-CST supports civil authorities at man-made or natural disasters by identifying chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear substances, as well as assess the consequences, and advises on response measures. (New Jersey National Guard photo by Mark C. Olsen)
Photo of PEL Senior Mentors from left to right: Ms. Elaine Bunn, Ambassador Robert Joseph, Dr. John Reichart, Mr. Ken Rapuano and Ambassador Linton Brooks.
Spc. Gregory Krawciw, an explosive ordnance disposal team member with 21st Ordnance Company (Weapons of Mass Destruction) at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., performs the push-up event of an Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT), graded by Sgt. 1st Class Jason Alexander, the 71st Ordnance Group (EOD) senior enlisted medic, during the 71st EOD Team of the Year competition, Apr. 8, 2018, at Fort Carson, Colo. The APFT is the first of multiple rigorous tasks that each candidate must perform, either individually or as a two-man team. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Lance Pounds, 71st Ordnance Group (EOD), Public Affairs)
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HONOLULU--Team members from the 303rd Explosive Ordinance Unit scourer the area searching for chemical and explosive sources during the sixth annual Kai Malu O' Hawaii training exercise May 8. Children from Hawaii National Guard Challenged Youth Program played the role of simulated casualties from a chemical attack in a mock city. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Kyle J. Richardson, USARPAC PAO)
John ‘Hanoi’ Kerry: “Climate Change as big a threat as Terrorism, Poverty, and WMDs”
Winter is the coldest season of the year in temperate climates, between autumn and spring. It is caused by the axis of the Earth in the respective hemisphere being oriented away from the Sun. ~ Wikipedia®
Staff Sgt. Marquell Bennett, an explosive ordnance disposal team leader with 741st Ordnance Company, 3rd Ordnance Battalion, 71st Ordnance Group (EOD), identifies and renders safe a simulated explosive device used to booby-trap a staircase inside a building believed to have hostages during one of 12 incident scenarios of the 71st EOD Team of the Year competition, Apr. 10, 2018, at Fort Carson, Colo. Bennett is one of three two-man teams competing for the honor of representing the 71st EOD in the Department of Defense EOD competition, to be held in June. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Lance Pounds, 71st Ordnance Group (EOD), Public Affairs)
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Staff Sgt. Christopher Draves, an explosive ordnance disposal team leader with 21st Ordnance Company (weapons of mass destruction) at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., collects his gear in preparation for the marksmanship portion of the 71st Ordnance Group (EOD) Team of the Year competition, Apr. 9, 2018, at Fort Carson, Colo. Draves and the other competitors must qualify on both the M4 carbine service and a .50 caliber sniper rifles to complete this portion of the competition. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Lance Pounds, 71st Ordnance Group (EOD), Public Affairs)
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Staff Sgt. Michael Hagberg (left), an explosive ordnance disposal team leader with 704th Ordnance Company, 79th Ordnance Battalion, 71st Ordnance Group (EOD), attaches detonation cord to a simulated land mine found near a building during one of 12 incident scenarios of the 71st EOD Team of the Year competition, Apr. 10, 2018, at Fort Carson, Colo. Sgt. 1st Class Russell Ho (right), the lane officer in charge of this scenario, stands close by to ensure Hagberg’s safety while attempting to render safe the mine. Hagberg is one of three two-man teams competing for the honor of representing the 71st EOD in the Department of Defense EOD competition, to be held in June. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Lance Pounds, 71st Ordnance Group (EOD), Public Affairs)
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Robinson Maneuver Training Center; North Little Rock, Arkansas.:-- Members of the FBI presented the 61st Civil Support Team a plaque to commemerate their support in safeguarding the lives of Arkansans from Weapons of Mass Destruction. The award was presented by Special Agent Daniel Sturgill, WMD Coordinator.
Hans Blix (Chairman of the WMD Commission) with Alan Dukes and Jill Donoghue at the Institute in 2006
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Hundreds of people from across Britain are this morning marching on the Atomic Weapons Establishment at Aldermaston in Berkshire. They are converging in large groups from all directions - by bus, train, bicycle and on foot - determined to carry out the world's largest ever inspection of a nuclear weapons factory. A big police presence of several hundred officers is protecting the site.
Command Sgt. Maj. Johnny Strickland, the 71st Ordnance Group (EOD) command sergeant major, officially begins the 71st EOD Team of the Year competition with a motivational speech to participating teams, Apr. 8, 2018, at Fort Carson, Colo. Following Strickland’s speech, the competitor where given an Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Lance Pounds, 71st Ordnance Group (EOD), Public Affairs)
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Hundreds of people from across Britain are this morning marching on the Atomic Weapons Establishment at Aldermaston in Berkshire. They are converging in large groups from all directions - by bus, train, bicycle and on foot - determined to carry out the world's largest ever inspection of a nuclear weapons factory. A big police presence of several hundred officers is protecting the site.
Dr. Shane Smith presents PEL 01 member, LCDR Shelly Hakspiel (USN), with a certificate in honor of her completion of the program.
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Hundreds of people from across Britain are this morning marching on the Atomic Weapons Establishment at Aldermaston in Berkshire. They are converging in large groups from all directions - by bus, train, bicycle and on foot - determined to carry out the world's largest ever inspection of a nuclear weapons factory. A big police presence of several hundred officers is protecting the site.