US Marines – Another look at the formation of the Marines’ new special operations force.

• Associated Press: Small unit marks Marine Corps’ first foray into commando world

US Marines – The artillery community needs ëa wakeup callí in order to solve future fire support issues.

• Marine Corps Gazette: What Is the Future of Field Artillery in the Expeditionary Warfare Environment?

Background – Middle East – Gen.(Ret.) Anthony Zinni, USMC, former USCENTCOM Commander, assesses challenges and opportunities facing the United States in the Middle East and the greater Islamic world.

• Center for Defense Information: Gen. Zinni on Peace and Security in the Middle East and the Greater Islamic World