Most American forces are too busy fighting over boyfriends and practicing pageant walking in heels. Keeping their minds on a simple repel can be too much - can be overload.
Not saying that's what caused the case at hand. But I share your apprehension. Anyone who has ever repeled understands that y...
Since you got your yes or no answer, here is YOUR question:
WHAT IS A LONG RIFLE IN THE CONTEXT OF THE OP? YOUR DEFINITION WILL NOT INCLUDE AN 18TH/19TH CENTURY RIFLE.
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No twat. Since what you claimed was the context was wrong, it was irrelevant to the discussion.
What the ****????!!!!!????
Next, bitch.
I think that's plenty......