Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 oh man - this made me LOL! big time...the 'neon green' uniforms...too dang rootin' tootin' funny!! http://www.rantlifestyle.com/2014/01/16/reasons-north-korea-saddest-military-world/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=Outbrain&utm_term=Title5 GG ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdgun Quail, SASS #63663 Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 A few years back there was a video of the orphan children of North Korea. It was heartbreaking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Scatterbrain Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 Look at this guy's ribbons. It looks as though he only has about four, all the rest are duplicates. In particular, the top row and sixth & seventh rows. http://www.rantlifestyle.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/North-Korean-Army-111.png I have often have wondered how much of their equipment is cobbled-together junk or mock-ups because the dur leader comes up with some brilliant new idea and everyone is afraid to tell him it is ridiculous or not technically feasible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 Alas, Keystone Kops for sure. But, and there is always that dangerous but, Big Brother China is right behind them. Without China I doubt that we would see so much bravado. I am certain that they are as capable of treachery today as they were in 1950. Does anyone remember Pusan? Besides, it is apparent that the button pushers in DC are afraid of China and what they might do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted July 9, 2014 Author Share Posted July 9, 2014 Alas, Keystone Kops for sure. But, and there is always that dangerous but, Big Brother China is right behind them. Without China I doubt that we would see so much bravado. I am certain that they are as capable of treachery today as they were in 1950. Does anyone remember Pusan? Besides, it is apparent that the button pushers in DC are afraid of China and what they might do. China is kinda frowning on the North Korean regime these days...so...who knows GG ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 China is kinda frowning on the North Korean regime these days...so...who knows GG ~ Well... Can you blame them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted July 9, 2014 Author Share Posted July 9, 2014 Well... Can you blame them? No GG ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 They may look look goofy but they are fanatical and tough troops. Ask the S. Koreans. Their beloved leader is crazy as a sh** house rat but they would take a bullet for him. Their human wave attack philosophy obviously is outmoded but....They still have guns that shoot real bullets and swhort to medium range missiles that apparently work, and maybe a nuke or two. But the biggest worry is Kim Jung Loon's support of global terrorism. I think they will eventually collapse in chaos. I just hope they don't do something Really bad first. Never underestimate your enemy. Remember, before WWII, many Air Corps types were convinced the Japanese could not be decent pilots because of their slanty eyes. I don't get those neon camo suits though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted July 9, 2014 Author Share Posted July 9, 2014 They may look look goofy but they are fanatical and tough troops. Ask the S. Koreans. Their beloved leader is crazy as a sh** house rat but they would take a bullet for him. Their human wave attack philosophy obviously is outmoded but....They still have guns that shoot real bullets and swhort to medium range missiles that apparently work, and maybe a nuke or two. But the biggest worry is Kim Jung Loon's support of global terrorism. I think they will eventually collapse in chaos. I just hope they don't do something Really bad first. Never underestimate your enemy. Remember, before WWII, many Air Corps types were convinced the Japanese could not be decent pilots because of their slanty eyes. I don't get those neon camo suits though. No underestimating here. Just poking a little fun at the enemy. Reckon they do the same over there GG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 No underestimating here. Just poking a little fun at the enemy. Reckon they do the same over there GG I doubt they have any concept of poking fun. Unless it involves bayonets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted July 9, 2014 Author Share Posted July 9, 2014 I doubt they have any concept of poking fun. Unless it involves bayonets. Don't underestimate.... GG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparky Nelson Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 They may look look goofy but they are fanatical and tough troops. Ask the S. Koreans. Their beloved leader is crazy as a sh** house rat but they would take a bullet for him. That's because they fear for their lives and their families' lives if they're caught slacking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 That's because they fear for their lives and their families' lives if they're caught slacking. And being in the military is the only way to get a square meal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowhouse Sam # 25171 Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 Deadly with axes too if I remember correctly. "Didn't they hack up some US soldiers in the DMZ back in the 60's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted July 9, 2014 Author Share Posted July 9, 2014 All I know is they needed the Chinese to intervene otherwise they would've lost the whole peninsula.... GG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 Yes. 1976. Two US officers were killed. http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=b3a_1364016646&safe_mode=off Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted July 10, 2014 Author Share Posted July 10, 2014 There goes my tongue and cheek thread.... LOL! GG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 All I know is they needed the Chinese to intervene otherwise they would've lost the whole peninsula.... GG They were no match for the US/ROK counter attack. In a stand up conventional fight nowadays I would give the edge to the S Koreans. But with nearly 13,000,000 Troops at their disposal the North is a serious threat. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/25/how-strong-is-north-koreas-military-capabilities_n_3153691.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdeacon Joe Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Look at this guy's ribbons. It looks as though he only has about four, all the rest are duplicates. In particular, the top row and sixth & seventh rows. http://www.rantlifestyle.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/North-Korean-Army-111.png I have often have wondered how much of their equipment is cobbled-together junk or mock-ups because the dur leader comes up with some brilliant new idea and everyone is afraid to tell him it is ridiculous or not technically feasible. And, of course: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdeacon Joe Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 They were no match for the US/ROK counter attack. In a stand up conventional fight nowadays I would give the edge to the S Koreans. But with nearly 13,000,000 Troops at their disposal the North is a serious threat. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/25/how-strong-is-north-koreas-military-capabilities_n_3153691.html As you pointed out above, tough, mean, nasty fighters. They might not win a war, but the sure as taxes would put a world of hurt on their opponents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted July 10, 2014 Author Share Posted July 10, 2014 They were no match for the US/ROK counter attack. In a stand up conventional fight nowadays I would give the edge to the S Koreans. But with nearly 13,000,000 Troops at their disposal the North is a serious threat. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/25/how-strong-is-north-koreas-military-capabilities_n_3153691.html Still doesn't change history of that 'forgotten war'...the North Koreans only were able to deal with stopping ultimate defeat by allowing a countering Chinese force. GG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdgun Quail, SASS #63663 Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 When I was stationed in S Korea way back in 1972, we all understood we were there to keep the S Koreans for charging across the DMZ to destroy N Korea. I doubt much has changed. The S Koreans would love to take on N Korea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Maybe we should let them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Still doesn't change history of that 'forgotten war'...the North Koreans only were able to deal with stopping ultimate defeat by allowing a countering Chinese force. GG Wasn't attempting to change the history of that conflict. I know it very well.Here's the deal. PRNK is more capable now of unleashing a rapid and very damaging attack. This attack would need to be swiftand employ whatever nuclear capabilities they have. Losses would be devastating. They do not have the resources necessary to mount an extended campaign. They need to capture Seoul and force a surrender. In 1950, they did not count on the UN response and had to call on the Chinese. China would most probably sit this one out. Too much US cash involved. Noth Korea would ultimately be defeated. But at a terrible cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdgun Quail, SASS #63663 Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 PRNK is more capable now of unleashing a rapid and very damaging attack. This attack would need to be swiftand employ whatever nuclear capabilities they have. Losses would be devastating. They do not have the resources necessary to mount an extended campaign. They need to capture Seoul and force a surrender. In 1950, they did not count on the UN response and had to call on the Chinese. China would most probably sit this one out. Too much US cash involved. Noth Korea would ultimately be defeated. But at a terrible cost. I agree with that assessment. I believe that S Korea thinks the same and would prefer to be the first to strike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badlands Bob #61228 Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 I think the best thing to do is isolate North Korea and let them starve to death. Those North Koreans fought very hard for that type of government and continue to support it along with their "work" camps . I say let them enjoy it and we'll just keep a watchful eye on their starving country. Sooner or later, their own people will settle the score with Kim Jun Crazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted July 10, 2014 Author Share Posted July 10, 2014 When I was stationed in S Korea way back in 1972, we all understood we were there to keep the S Koreans for charging across the DMZ to destroy N Korea. I doubt much has changed. The S Koreans would love to take on N Korea.Yup.... Regardless of how strong some believe NK to be the SK forces would wipe them out. GG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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