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Originally Posted by RIJIMMY
Christ, an embassy is our territory? These were our people!
Isnt it ALWAYS risky to deploy troops??????????????????????????????????
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Jimmy, the attack didn't happen at the embassy (Tripoli) it was a Consulate (i.e. branch office) in Benghazi.
I also don't believe US Embassy's or Consulates are legally considered US soil unless specifically designated by a treaty.
I'm sure there's always risk of deploying troops -- hell there's risk to run a drill -- but that doesn't mean there's an acceptable risk. Top military brass have the leadership experience of Fortune 100 CEO's, in fact probably better.
This event played out very fast and with little good information. Poor judgement could have cost many more US lives.
-spence