Monthly Archives: August 2013

Shoot the Generals

Posted on August 16, 2013 by John F. Borjeson

In conversations over the years I’ve often said that at the start of war the first thing any nation should do is shoot all the generals, their own.* Generals consistently plan for the last war not the next one and … Continue reading →

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“Flappy Paddle” Gearbox

Posted on August 12, 2013 by John F. Borjeson

BBC’s Top Gear television show belittles them with the label “Flappy paddle gear box.” Auto enthusiasts are horrified that Porsche’s latest track tuned 911 GT3 doesn’t even have the option for a conventional manual transmission. But Porsche is not alone. … Continue reading →

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