There have been charges by soldiers, many times in history, where there were not enough firearms to go around.
Often unarmed men went right along on the attack, to give the armed men a better chance of surviving to kill the enemy, simply by being a target.
And of course, they had a chance to pick up a weapon, “when one became available.”
They were brave too, but less than this man, because they were at least soldiers, under military discipline. This architect or doctor or teacher could be at home hiding under his bed, but look at the risk he is taking.
Nobody argues it’s a great tactic. But to deride the man’s courage is ignorant. He is doing his own part to spread disinformation to the security forces, to be a living diversion, to keep the flame of rebellion alive for one more hour.
And that’s a lot.
How many of us would have his courage, during a one-sided rebellion of the unarmed freedom-seekers against an armed dictatorship?
Well, I guess its easy to respond with a knee-jerk and insinuate that my post is one made from a lack of knowledge...which you obviously possess. But lets look at what the actions of this man represent.
Yes, he is making a noble gesture. One born out of frustration and fear. Frustration with his current government no doubt. And fear for his safety and the safety of those who are taking to the streets to protest this sham of an election.
But look what he has done?
He has taken a fake weapon out with his march. This will surely attract the attention of the security people and Revolutionary Guards who are looking for any and all reasons to rain down unholy havoc on the protesters heads. He is drawing the attention of the bad guys. This is not a wise thing to do.
To hell with 'good or noble' intentions. He is endangering himself and any other person around him with this antic.
This is not a smart move. Yes, I can understand what may have motivated him to do this...but its not a good move.
So, go ahead and make your comments. But don't think your view, or mine, are the only opinions possible and worthy about this incident.
I can only hope that this man is still around to be interviewed when this all sorts itself out.