The American Legion [Volume 165, No. 4 (October 2008)]

The Russo-Georgian War and the Balance of Power: The Russians seize an opportunity to flex their geopolitical muscle. By George Friedman. -- America's Next Commander in Chief: Presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain share their views on national security, veterans issues and the flag. By Jeff Stoffer and Philip M. Callaghan. Birth of a War: Sadly, America learned nothing from the 1983 attack on the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut. By Eric Hammel. -- Muted Messages: On Iraq, the U.S. media of er only bad news or no news at all. By Alan W. Dowd. -- 76 Hours of Hell: The battle for Betio in the Tarawa Atoll ranks among World War II's most costly victories. By John Wukovits. -- Up to the Challenge: National Commander Dave Rehbein leaves the laboratory to lead The American Legion. By Matt Grills. -- Vet Voice -- Big Issues -- Living Well -- Rapid Fire -- Comrades -- Parting Shots