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Witches of Bucha Defend Sky Over Ukraine
Published 3 months ago
A short documentary piece about a Ukrainian mobile air defense unit consisting entirely of women. The Witches of Bucha patrol rear areas in pickup trucks equipped with antique Maxim guns. Given that both sides are struggling with force generation, and this video provides an interesting perspective on the manner in which different segments of the Ukrainian population are being mobilized in this conflict. Utilizing volunteers with older weapons in rear areas frees more capable troops for frontline service. The effort is reminiscent of Britain’s Home Guard during World War II.
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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 is preparing for the 2024 season of sailing on Galveston Bay and in the Gulf of Mexico. You can support the mission and next year's sailing season at Tri-Sail.Org.