The Military History of 'Leave ** Man Behind'
The idea that the American Military leaves **ne of its soldiers behind has been under perhaps more scrutiny than ever since May 31.
That's the day Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl was exchanged with the Taliban for five Taliban captives held by the U.S. at the prison on Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Bergdahl had been imprisoned by the Taliban since 2009, and was the last American prisoner of war
Since the transfer, many have questioned the circumstances surrounding his capture and release. Some say he deserted his post and have openly questioned whether the American Military should have devoted resources and other soldiers to saving such a person. Others have wondered whether the exchange price—five Taliban prisoners—was too high Read more...