Location, Kreminna. The Russian Army continues its bold exploration of the “Failed Mechanized Assault” concept. After milling about a bit, a tank and two BMPs cross the line of departure in column, but their assault is instantly thwarted as the two BMPs are disabled. The tank continues, seemingly unaware, before making a U-turn and retreating towards friendly lines, Ukrainian fire snapping at its heels. The fact that the tank advanced so far before turning about makes me wonder about the state of tactical communications. Russian prisoners captured at the beginning of the war described being loading into vehicles without radios, and I suspect that this deficiency has not been fully corrected. Meanwhile, the BMP crew drag their stricken comrades to cover amongst the trees. The stricken Russian vehicles expire in the usual way, and as their ammo and fuel cook off, they are transformed into Easy-Bake Ovens.

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Cam

Cam served as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps, deploying to the Horn of Africa and participating in combat operations in Iraq. He currently works in the maritime industry and in the defense sector as an instructor of combined arms planning and operations. An avid sailor, Cam founded and directs Triumph Sailing, a nonprofit that supports veterans and first responders through adventure and fellowship on the water. Triumph Sailing just completed its big yearly event, an offshore race in the Gulf of Mexico with an all veteran crew. You can support the mission and next year's sailing season at Tri-Sail.Org.