The Washington Post also neglected to mention that the ammo consumption report negates the possibility of the extensive firefight Kerry reported..
The ammo consumption was consistent with a brief reconnaissance by fire or suppression fire laid down immediately after the mine explosion -- to draw out or intimidate any potential enemy forces on the banks....
The Swift Boat Veterans for Truth story - continues to hang together and making a lot more sense than does Kerry's fantasy...
Oh, and by the way..... Reporters that have never been under fire - should not be considered valid commentators on fire fights they have never experienced or didn't personally observe..
Isn't THAT their position on any comments made by folks that were not on Kerry's boat?
Semper Fi