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Which Body Parts Correspond with the Areas of the Beit HaMikdash? We all have unconscious biases, admitted or not, Berger told ABCs Martha Raddatz, parroting the corrosive racial psychoanalysis of critical race theory that says all white people are guilty. While Berger was defending critical race theory in the military, the bloody road to the murder of 11 Marines was being paved. Michael Baxter November 9, 2022. What enemy was the Marine Corps tasked with fighting? A spokesperson for Berger declined to comment on the specifics of the retired generals criticisms, and instead pointed to statements Berger has made to Congress and in public as to why the modernization push is necessary. I have instituted even more rigorous policies than previously existed to ensure we identify such individuals during enlistmentand accession screening, I remain committed to identifying and holding accountableany Marine unable to uphold our core values.. Lt. Gen. David Berger, a three-star Marine Corps general, has been nominated to serve as the next commandant of the Marine Corps. Im pretty sure Berger was nominated and confirmed because he had a track record for thinking forward and having some vision.. When we saw the Old City and then the embassy his eyes lit up. The group of retired generals includes former Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, former Joint Chiefs Chair Joe Dunford and John Kelly, a former Homeland Security chief and White House chief of staff. General Bergers staff and joint assignments include serving as Assistant Division Commander of 2d Marine Division; policy planner in the Strategic Plans and Policy Directorate, J-5; Chief of Staff for Kosovo Force (KFOR) Headquarters in Pristina, Kosovo; and Director of Operations in Plans, Policies, and Operations, Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps; Deputy Commandant for Combat Development and Integration. The Marines have already mothballed hundreds of Abrams tanks, warehoused several helicopter squadrons, and are rapidly swapping cannons for rocket artillery. This is not a bunch of old guys that dont know what theyre talking about, he said. Follow her on Twitter @ginaaharkins. Each week, when recruits called out which service theyd attend, it never failed to surprise a fellow recruit to learn Zeff was Jewish. In June 2017, his predecessor, Gen. Robert Neller, told Congress that the Marine Corps is not currently organized, trained and equipped to face a peer adversary in the year 2025., Neller pointed to the use of electronic warfare, precision weapons, and cyberattacks that would confront Marines on future battlefields against China and Russia, adding, Im worried that were going too slow and that were afraid of change.. The only man to go on trial has been a persistent critic of the Marine Corps leadership. 2023-03-03T09:54:52-08:00 { bR.bK:'\>?o.-Lt\LV|{1zFyE)-|N5g>#+p(end:b=X3 Jewish Americans have served in the US armed forces dating back to before the Colonial Era. <>stream endobj 18 0 obj The retired generals could not be briefed on the full scope of the games because they no longer have the required security clearances. Bergers efforts are the result of a lot of years looking at the evolving threat environment and the impact of technology said Dakota Wood, senior research fellow for defense programs at The Heritage Foundation. <>11]/P 23 0 R/Pg 189 0 R/S/Link>> Click the link in that email to complete your registration. As a colonel, Berger commanded Regimental Combat Team 8 in Fallujah, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom. According to a 2017 survey done by the JWB Jewish Chaplains Council, there are currently 10,000 Jews in active duty forces and 5,000 in the guard and reserves. While a top general was fired for a slur, no one has been fired for the deaths of 11 Marines. "A role model -- that's what I remember. Freedom comes at a cost, Bergers statement read after the deaths of those Marines at Kabul airport. <> A warrior scholar is a good way to describe him.". No matter what challenge they faced, Meyer said Berger was always collected and professional. United States Marine Corps. Current plans call for shedding troops and equipment in preparation to take on China. As you are aware, we cannot create new senior leaders in a day. However, he kept his grandfathers Prayer book for Jews in the US Armed Forces on his shelf next to his other Marine books and knickknacks. Neary hadnt been trying to insult anyone. He holds multiple advanced degrees including a Master of International Public Policy from Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies. In July, Berger appearedto leap to the defenseof the Navys decision to promoteIbram X. Kendisracist tract,How To Be An Anti-Racist. By. 14 0 obj During the George Floyd riots, Berger had warned that there is no place in our Corps for racists whether their intolerance and prejudice be direct or indirect, intentional or unintentional.. He commanded at every level including a Reconnaissance Company; 3d Battalion, 8th Marines in Haiti during Operation SECURE TOMORROW; Regimental Combat Team 8 in Fallujah, Iraq during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. 2 0 obj General Bergers formal military education includes the U.S. Army Infantry Officer Advanced Course, U.S. Marine Corps Command and Staff College, and U.S. Marine Corps School of Advanced Warfighting. GENERAL DAVID H. BERGER . [3], Since his commissioning in 1981, he has served in a variety of command and staff billets, including his participation in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. fixed-wing pilots, as well as the paucity of female general officers. endobj (Courtesy Rebecca Zeff). For some new officers, it takes time to grow into their leadership role, Meyer said. Zeff spoke with The Times of Israel about being the only Jewish recruit in his company of 600 and how much he misses Israel. <>3]/P 6 0 R/Pg 189 0 R/S/Link>> David Hilberry Berger (born December 21, 1959) is a United States Marine Corps four-star general currently serving as the 38th Commandant of the United States Marine Corps. Other Marines who served with Berger at various points in his career highlighted his passion for leading young Marines and his calm demeanor in the face of anything. Then to further incentivize honest and open critiques, Scheller was placed under a gag order and then confined to a brig when he continued to speak out. 1 opioid consumer per capita, Israel faces addiction epidemic, Obama, Spielberg and Springsteen dazzle Barcelona restaurant, US House Speaker McCarthy: If Biden doesnt invite Netanyahu soon, I will, The dictator and I: A visit to Turkmenistan reveals the limits of Israeli diplomacy, Matchmaker, matchmaker, make me a TV show? Sign in to stop seeing this, Now worlds no. Berger was commissioned as an infantry officer in 1981 via NROTC following graduation from Tulane University with a degree in engineering. It was simply his last summer as a civilian, a summer that included a Birthright trip followed by a visit with his older sister in Tel Aviv. endobj 7jKjK;nUU`I8Phc)E dJM}AwAe$*? 40 0 obj That kind of leadership is not surprising to DeBoda. White Hats See Defections Following Disappointing Midterms. Gen. David H. Berger, U.S. Marine Corps Over the last five years, the U.S. defense establish-ment has begun to grapple with the implications of the advent of a radically more complex and. Printed from: https://www.jewishpress.com/indepth/columns/daniel-greenfield/fire-marine-corps-commandant-david-berger/2021/10/17/. He holds multiple advanced degrees including a Master of International Public Policy from Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies. Berger commanded 3rd Battalion, 8th Marines from 2002 to 2004, deploying the battalion first to Okinawa, and later to Haiti in support of Operation Secure Tomorrow. Berger holds a BSc in Engineering from Tulane University, and two master's degrees, one in International Public Policy from Johns Hopkins University, and the other in Military Studies. 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That same month the Taliban launched their offensive that would end with a takeover of the country. Marine boot camp has the reputation for being the hardest. "I have a tremendous family. A siddur [prayer book] that had been to Normandy and back was sitting in Zachs room as he prepared to go to boot camp himself, said Rebecca Zeff in a telephone call from her home in Tel Aviv. The 59-year-old earned his commission in 1981 after graduating from Tulane University in New Orleans, where he studied engineering. This article may not be republished, rebroadcast, rewritten or otherwise distributed without written permission. He then deployed to Kosovo, where he served for one year as chief of staff for Kosovo Force (KFOR) Headquarters in Pristina. Colonel Stuart Schellerwho declaredI have been fighting for 17 years. All across America there are recruiting billboards for the Marine Corps with the message, For Marines There Are Only Battles Won. Berger relinquishes command to Lt.Gen. 34 0 obj An Orthodox publisher speaks to gay teens, LGBTQ youth need much more support than Korens new Leviticus commentary offers, but its careful effort is a major improvement, Come meet the Israel I know, where I live and love what I see and hear and taste and smell and feel. As a General Officer, he commanded 1st Marine Division (Forward) in Afghanistan during Operation ENDURING FREEDOM; I Marine Expeditionary Force; U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific/Fleet Marine Forces Pacific; and Marine Corps Combat Development Command. Thats why we started the Times of Israel eleven years ago - to provide discerning readers like you with must-read coverage of Israel and the Jewish world. (Courtesy Rebecca Zeff), Zachary Zeff in front of the new United States Embassy in Jerusalem. It was pretty special to see. Three high-ranking military officers who had renounced the criminal Biden regime in favor of standing alongside Marine Corps Gen. David H. Berger and the Constitutionalist faction of the U.S. Armed Forces performed an about-face after a Republican . endobj We normally keep our grandfathers WWII memorabilia all together a photo album, his glasses, his bronze star. He kept his word. Disabled Veterans Sign up for a Career Change. Because there are few Jews in the armed forces, Rebecca encouraged Zeff to go on Birthright and then visit her in Tel Aviv. Even though that actually is structural racism. After their bar mitzvah, the brothers left Hebrew school and Zeffs Judaism was more relegated to large family gatherings for the holidays, he said. Members meet virtually or in-person on a daily basis to plan their way forward and are stepping up their outreach to members of Congress. Gen. David H. Berger addresses an audience of senior enlisted Marines and Sailors about Force Design at the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Symposium in Quantico, Va. on Oct. 17, 2019. It was exciting and I felt so proud, Zeff said. endobj Its been welcomed by defense contractors and lobbyists as well, because money is still flowing on a variety of new projects. "He's not a big loud guy -- he's somewhat reserved," she said. That has carried forward throughout Berger's career. First, I think during a conflict, it's difficult to draw all of the deeper lessons learned. His sister Rebecca Zeff couldnt make it, but watched live stream videos from Israel. Berger is a native of Woodbine . His grandfather died when Zeff was 10, before Zeff had a chance to really speak with him about his wartime experience. "That is what is unique about us. Gretchen Whitmer Copyright 2023 Military.com. The post goes on to allege that Berger told Lloyd that "there will be no mandatory vaccinations for my marines." 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He has commanded Marines in Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring. Berger would then go onto command the California-based I Marine Expeditionary Force and later Marine Corps Forces Pacific, where he oversaw troops in Japan, Australia, Guam and other locations in the region. 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David H. Berger delivers remarks at a press briefing about the Marine Corps and COVID-19, at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., March 26, 2020. General David H. Berger assumed the duties of Commandant of the Marine Corps on July 11, 2019.A native of Woodbine, Maryland, General Berger graduated from Tulane University and was commissioned . Gen Berger made it clear at the annual meeting of the MCA in September that he is a strong proponent of discussion and debate and . "He's seen American policy at the strategic level, he's been an operational commander clearly, and he's been well educated about strategy and military history, so he brings all those things to bear in this position as commandant," she said. "What's really interesting is I look at what Lt. Berger was in the early '80s and what he is now, and he has the same demeanor," he said. They're a hoot," he said at his promotion ceremony. I knew Id regret it if I didnt do it now. Craparotta", "I Marine Expeditionary Force Leaders: Lieutenant General David H. Berger", "Woodbine, Md. Zeffs attitude has paid off. A fresh look at Israels founding moral compass, 2023 The Times of Israel , All Rights Reserved, Private First Class Zachary Zeff is one of the only Jewish Marines. Late last month, Berger stressed the importance of getting more amphibious ships, which Neller has said are vital to remaining relevant in the Pacific. So even if my grandpa was a distant memory for Zach, I think he admires him and is connected to him more than he realizes, she said. His grandfather, Paul T. Zeff, was an Army combat medic during World War II, and his uncle served in the Air Force. But some experts agree with Bergers planned changes as the way to evolve the Marine Corps into a force that can compete with China. Berger and his supporters have said equipment such as tanks and artillery tubes arent suited to that Pacific fight. The argument in Bergers new strategy is that in order for the Corps to shift its mission, and absent a massive infusion of new funding, tough decisions had to be made. view all We want them to actually think, not be programmed. Except that programming them was the entire point. When asked directly about the Marine Corps plans, the head of European Command, Gen. Tod Wolters, told the House Armed Services Committee Wednesday that the revamped Corps dramatically enhance our options a brown-water force that can shoot, move and communicate and is very expeditionary is priceless for 21st century security., The Marines are working through some of their new concepts during the Cold Response war games taking place in Norway, Wolters said, adding, the Marines are doing a fantastic job of leading from the front and showing the rest of us how to do it right., Backers of the changes note that they didnt originate with Berger. Current Marine Corps Commandant Gen. David Berger on Thursday warned that even though the leaders are retired, when they voice their views loudly it reflects on those currently serving in the. What does it say about Berger that a slur is worse than the deaths of 11 American heroes? 5 0 obj [10] He subsequently assumed command of United States Marine Corps Forces, Pacific. "There was never a hint of irritation or impatience. Whenever anybody was crying and whining, I just embraced it, Zeff said. | Alex Brandon/AP Photo. His writing can be found at http://sultanknish.blogspot.com/ Need to Renew Your Israeli Passport? In his current post at Marine Corps Combat Development Command, Berger has helped reform training to make sure Marines are ready for a near-peer fight. 'Some Marines had never met a Jew before', Please use the following structure: example@domain.com, Send me The Times of Israel Daily Edition. one-third of one percent of the US military, Already a member? Samuel Heilman Jews comprise about 2.2 percent of US population, and about one-third of one percent of the US military. As a General Officer, he commanded 1st Marine Division (Forward) in Afghanistan during Operation ENDURING FREEDOM; I Marine Expeditionary Force; U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific/Fleet Marine Forces Pacific; and Marine Corps Combat Development Command. Registering also lets you comment on articles and helps us improve your experience. Years Later, Some Are Saddled With Debt. It was awesome. The latest version, Global 14, took place in November, and was overseen by Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro, Berger and Adm. John Aquilino, the commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. 0HRBIoI@d1{8(t`O+. rd-8!5F:}=ro98w8;8m4Z endobj <>/Metadata 2 0 R/Outlines 5 0 R/Pages 3 0 R/StructTreeRoot 6 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences<>>> And just a hell of a nice guy. Zeff isnt the first in his family to serve. The Corps 400-odd tanks have already been shifted to the Army, helicopter wings put in storage, and infantry units are being reconfigured to become smaller and more nimble. When paid Berger a visit when he was commanding I MEF, the general gave him a tour of Camp Pendleton to show off all the changes since the two served there. All Rights Reserved. Berger's life, as seen through his autobiography, is "a case study of the situation of modern man." 6. Unlike other news outlets, we havent put up a paywall. The changes Berger is putting forward do not meet requirements and do not meet the needs of the combatant commander, Anthony Zinni, a retired general and former head of U.S. Central Command, told POLITICO. The games are run in conjunction with the Navys Pacific Fleet and the Army. While Berger was ordering officers to listen to false accusations of racism, he refused to listen to the much more substantive criticisms of Marine Corps dysfunction, gender and racial ideology, and the disastrous policies that led to the deaths of 11 Marines in Kabul. After serving as a platoon commander, Berger joined 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion during Desert Storm, where he served as company commander and operations officer. endobj NOT FOR PUBLICATION . The retired generals say they have seen no evidence that leaders performed adequate analysis before getting rid of their tanks, and want Congress to press the pause button on Bergers plan. He was highly respected by all of us even though we were all lieutenants.". He also served as officer selection officer in Roanoke, Virginia. General Berger has failed the Marine Corps and the United States of America. "The Commandants Planning Guidance (CPG) provides the 38th Commandants strategic direction for the Marine Corps and mirrors the function of the Secretary of Defenses Defense Planning Guidance (DPG). He loved innovating always listened to what his Marines had to say -- especially his enlisted leaders. "I think this is a really important strategic inflection point for the Marine Corps as well.". Now officially a Marine after completing boot camp in November, Zeff is on a 10-day leave at home in Florida before reporting to the fort for advanced infantry training. From 2009 to 2011 he served at Headquarters Marine Corps as the director of operations in plans, policies, and operations. Click the link in that email to complete registration so you can comment. Currently the head of Marine Corps Combat Development Command in Quantico, Virginia, the career infantry officer has led Marines in Desert Storm; in Fallujah, Iraq; Helmand province in Afghanistan; and across the Pacific. 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