The Americanist

Open Letter to Terrorists

USS Carl Vinson    CVAN-70

by AMC(AW) Steve Haugh

You have ruthlessly attacked our homeland without provocation and with no just cause.
You have struck at the innocent and those who could not fight back.
You have drawn first blood and hurt those who have done you no harm and were living in peace.
You have destroyed what has taken years to build and establish made of cement and flesh.
You have tested the strength of our character and nationalism.
You have missed America because you are a poor marksman and know nothing about her.
You have, again awakened a sleeping giant and filled her with a terrible resolve.
You will now feel the wrath of America's might and power.
You will feel the sting of pain without warning.
You will be compelled to live in peace or not live at all.
We are the defenders of our nation and the guardians of freedom.
We are the protectors of the innocent and those who cannot defend themselves.
We will hunt you down and we will find you and all your bandits, no matter how long it takes.
We will get you to serve vengeance and justice, by land, sea and air.
We are second to no one on the face of the earth. And we never sleep.
We have over 200 years of experience in defending our great nation and her people.
We are global, anytime, anywhere, any weather, day or night.
We are the UNITED STATES NAVY.
We are coming after you.
Sleep tight!