Colonel Paul’s Corner – Our All-Volunteer Military vs The Draft
Our first use of “the draft” was during the Civil War. The Enrollment Act of 1863 was our first national conscription law. It provided the authority to draft... Read more.
Colonel Paul’s Corner – Young Willie McBride
From WWI poem and lyrical ballad by Eric Bogle, Adelaide, South Australia …..Well how do you do young Willie McBride?do you mind if I sit down here by your gravesideand... Read more.
Colonel Paul’s Corner – Manifest Destiny and Lebensraum
Manifest Destiny in the 19th century United States and Lebensraum in 20th century Germany share commonalities and stark differences. Both policies deserve impartial... Read more.
Colonel Paul’s Corner – Eisenhower’s Interstate Highways
During World War II, the Allied Commander, General Eisenhower, was impressed by the German Autobahn system. He recognized its use for both military and civilian... Read more.
Colonel Paul’s Corner – My Lai Remembered
Many young people have never heard of My Lai. Many older people wish they had never heard of My Lai. On 16 March, 1968 soldiers of the U.S. Army slaughtered …... Read more.
Colonel Paul’s Corner – Generals and Admirals…..How Many Do We Need?
In World War II, the U.S. had one General or Admiral for every 6,000 troops. Today, we have one for every 1400 troops. In fact, today we have almost 900 …... Read more.
Colonel Paul’s Corner – Our Unelected President
In 1945, the people of Michigan elected Gerald Ford to represent their 5th congressional district. They would continue to elect him for a total of twelve terms.... Read more.
Colonel Paul’s Corner – A Good War
“In a graveyard in Garmisch, Germany, a headstone stands against the backdrop of the Alps. Mounted to the stone is a photo etched on a porcelain circle, an image... Read more.
Colonel Paul’s Corner – The Explorers Club
“Two roads diverged in a wood…..and I took the one less traveled by…and that has made all the difference.” Robert Frost, 1874 – 1963. “Traveling... Read more.
Colonel Paul’s Corner – WWII Veteran Celebrates 100th birthday
On 11 August, 2025, Phyllis White will be 100 years old. She said she wanted to “survive the queen” and she did it! Most of our WWII veterans rest in …... Read more.