Sunday, February 3, 2008

Chemical Weapons Training On Line

I have completed four of seven modules in Phase I of my 63J10 training. So far no chemicals. I will be responsible for maintaining chemical weapons detection equipment. So far, the the first three modules cover repair and maintenance of power generation equipment. The fourth module is how to operate and maintain a 350 Gallon Per Minute pump for diesel fuel.

SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome by Mary Beard

I have read a number of histories dealing with different periods of ancient Rome , but Mary Beard ’s SPQR accomplishes something difficult:...