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Every day, accidents occur throughout the country due to distracted drivers. While cellphones are often to blame, other factors can contribute to these mishaps, such as a driver’s psychological state. The following story illustrates the extent to which mental distractions can affect an individual’s ability to focus behind the wheel.

Don't be a HATR

Just after midnight, there was a knock on the door to my containerized housing unit. I opened it to see my platoon leader (captain) and platoon sergeant standing there grimly. I knew we hadn’t crashed, but by the looks on their faces, I knew something happened.

  • 1 April 2025
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A Flip of the Switch

Prior to our deployment, my unit was told we’d be getting three M114 HMMWVs equipped with the Automatic Fire Extinguishing System (AFES). Since no one knew anything about the AFES, we were given a nice PowerPoint presentation to explain the system’s capabilities. While the presentation was informative, it later became apparent that a few of us didn’t pay close attention to it.

  • 1 April 2025
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Engrained Discipline

As a young Soldier, I was always trained to execute any orders from my superiors without question. This discipline alone defined and ensured my — and many other Soldiers’ — survival at the two-way live-fire range. I remember my platoon sergeant being especially hard on Bradley crews to be disciplined and vigilant before, during and after combat operations.

  • 23 March 2025
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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Fighting Complacency

As pilots, it is our responsibility to minimize every hazard we encounter. In a job such as ours, there is enough inherent danger. There is no need for us to create more.

  • 23 March 2025
  • Author: USACRC Editor
  • Number of views: 300
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Clearing the Intersection

Motorcycle riders are a demographically diverse group. Some take up riding as a purely recreational pastime, while others choose a motorcycle for economic reasons such as getting 50 miles per gallon. Some like riding in big groups and going to large regional rallies, while others prefer to ride alone. I am more of a loner. I prefer freestyle rides without a map, letting the road be my destination.

  • 23 March 2025
  • Author: USACRC Editor
  • Number of views: 284
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