Derek McGillivray’s Post

No sh*t... Ya think? Especially since none were ever completed. For that matter, neither would the Fletcher Class Destroyers, the Essex Class Carriers and/or the Baltimore Class Cruisers... Same with the Kon Tiki and SS Minnow. Are all of these Chief Editors and publications that starved for content that they actually solicit shallow, filler pieces like this or are they secretly in cahoots with each other to see which publication can continously and continually waste all of its readers' time by publishing the most "captain obvious" and / or sophmoric / neophytic piece of drivel? This historical fiction-esque article has the intellectual depth of badly translated Chinese VCR instructions and the martial relevancy of a Hand Turkey holding a pointed stick or Pack 10s Rain-Gutter Regatta secret hull design. Next up: Laura Ingalls Wilder would be no match against Mike Tyson's right hook / uppercut.

The work I do in support of veterans, military spouses, and people with disabilities is national (and beyond) in scope but it's always nice to get recognition locally. If you've ever wondered what I do or why I do it, this Chapin Neighbors Magazine article will answer some questions: https://lnkd.in/esTZY5Tb

Please check out Lamberto and I, we discuss his journey from Panama to the Marine Corps, his experiences at Officer Candidate School, and his various leadership roles throughout his military career. We delve into the challenges of recruiting, the importance of mental health and vulnerability in leadership, and reflect on the Afghanistan pullout. #usmc

In our latest video, we dig into something that's not commonly talked about - Singapore's military spending and the reasoning behind the tiny nation's big defense budget. https://lnkd.in/gX_R-k_3

The attached article is what they look for in a potential civil affairs soldiers. I would argue that the same qualities contribute to any successful career where you deal with a wide range of people.

Familiar refrain to War Brides docking at Pier 21 in 1946.

As I read this WSJ article, I can't help but think of Senator Barkley's accidental disclosure of sensitive information. In the annals of history, Senator Alben W. Barkley's inadvertent disclosure during World War II serves as a profound lesson in the stewardship of strategic assets. Representing Kentucky, Barkley, through a public communication misstep, revealed the superior diving capabilities of American submarines over Japanese torpedoes, inadvertently exposing a crucial advantage in the naval arms race. This episode not only underscores the fragility of strategic advantages but also the paramount importance of safeguarding sensitive information. Barkley's narrative is more than just a cautionary tale; it's a stark reminder of the delicate balance between transparency and operational security, especially concerning national security assets. The revelation brought to light the complexities and potential repercussions of handling classified information, demonstrating how easily strategic advantages can be compromised. This incident, while rooted in a bygone era, remains ever relevant, offering invaluable insights into the stewardship of strategic assets. It compels us to consider the broader implications of information security and the collective responsibility to protect the nation's competitive edges. Barkley's story is a testament to the enduring significance of vigilance, discretion, and the judicious management of information that underpins the safety and efficacy of strategic national assets. #StrategicAssets #InformationSecurity #NationalSecurity #HistoricalInsights #LeadershipLessons #OperationalSecurity https://lnkd.in/gK2EjKiY

My question on the Houthis is at 51:50. https://lnkd.in/e3ZyCKt2

The video below is about how naval warfare is changing, it's NOT about how many ships or the size of your fleet or how many men you have anymore. It's about who can deploy technology and thinking to the maritime domain the fastest. See video link #houthis https://lnkd.in/dxNvK5mP #maritimesecurity #yemen #houthis #israel #hamas #hezbollah #ukraine #nationalsecurity #homelandsecurity