re: UMass player that got smoked says A&M Commandant is lying

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I shall never stand in front of a cannon that is about to go off and learn to listen and read warning signs.

How about that code dumbass?

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The person who pulls the trigger, or gives the order to pull the trigger is always responsible.

That's basic military stuff, you'd think the people at A&M would know that.

When I was a gunner, I did not get to just shoot randomly(at least not legally or within proper procedures). I had to get permission from the commander before firing each round into a target. And it's so the commander can identify and verify it's a valid target and that the shot is safe etc. It's kind of a big deal.

So if someone is going to fire a weapon like that, even blanks which can be dangerous at close range, there is always someone who is responsible for making sure things are cleared and it's safe.

That person fricked up here.