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I Have Not Yet Begun To Fight

Posted on February 4, 2014 by BR

I presume that nearly everyone who read This Corner of the Universe made the connection of Lieutenant Mike Riedel’s conversation with Heskan about a “wet navy” ship fighting a victorious, insurmountable battle to John Paul Jones’ Bonhomme Richard.  Later, Heskan … Continue reading →

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Starting the War

Posted on November 7, 2013 by BR

I took some pictures of a few opening notes I made while beginning to outline No Way to Start a War.  If you look at the pictures, sorry about my handwriting; it’s awful.  Also, these are preliminary notes, and some … Continue reading →

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TCOTU Ranks

Posted on October 28, 2013 by BR

Perhaps the most potentially confusing aspect of my books are the ranks people have.  There are three major political entities.  Each entity has different branches of military.  Traditions within each branch can create even more confusion.  Let me give you … Continue reading →

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