August 5th, 2009

A Defender of Liberty from Sweden Sounds Off

First of all I wish to make perfectly clear that I am Swedish by birth and not a US Citizen. As such many may feel, partly rightfully so, and in other parts wrongfully so, that I should not speak on this forum or on this topic as a whole.

I beg to agree in the sense that I am not unable, unfortunately, to join your excellent cause, but I beg to differ to such statements as to the simple fact that the Oath Keepers, as an organization, will no matter what happens, need a strong International approval rating to succeed in it’s undertaking to protect the foundation of it’s national interests. First and foremost that of protecting the way of life you all have earned a right to, be it by your own actions or by generations of ancestry achieving these goals for you and your recognition of these ancestors efforts.

I would also like to clarify my standing in this topic as coming from a former military background, and I, as much as many of my friends and colleagues, clearly understand, agree with and appreciate your undertaking under the framework presented in your public appearances as well as here on the Oath Keepers website.

I have followed the recent times media with a sense of frustration and having served under UN flag before the mal-placed mix between NATO and the UN troops lead the whole ideal into a perversion of it’s originally intended function, I feel nothing but contempt for the disgraceful behaviour of many of my following “brother’s in arms” as portrayed for example by Belgian troops in Somalia and many other areas.

Your outlined ten basic orders you will not obey are commendable, and as someone prior to me pointed out, will with time need adjustment, but such adjustment is gradual and comes naturally to any and everyone of you I am sure.

The one thing I wish to point out, with the best of intentions, regardless of the nationality of the person or persons participating, be it natural born citizens, or foreign born citizens whom have taken the oath, as much as the Founding Fathers recognized it, there will come a time when original nationality and other feeble concerns will seem redundant, and for the sake of the preservation of your ideals as well as your national identity, a support from the international community must be established.

I personally have followed your progress via the Internet, including You Tube, and find, not very surprisingly, that given the clearly distinct dedication to preservation of your own territory and ideals, you will and should have a strong following and support also from many non US citizens.

I commend your strong will and good efforts, and I can only hope, as I fear this will not only affect the United States of America, that we manage somehow to build the same attention, and strong focus on the preservation of life, human dignity and human rights also in other parts of the world, when the Aggressors against your way of life initiates the same determined targeting of our lives outside the US as well.

I can see it coming already now, living in the United Kingdom, having even fewer rights than you have now, and also in my own native country of Sweden, seeing how the masses by some form of indoctrination have become to pacifist to even consider the government may be up to no good.

As long as men and women of strong integrity do not fear to do what is just, no matter the size of the obstacle, then humankind as a whole will still have a chance at survival.

As for my own experience from both military as well as civilian actions in the name of security and peace, I will never fail to remember the most rudimentary reason behind any action of any kind; De Oppresso Liber.

and in response to the above comment, another reader had this to say

I think it is fitting you close your post with the motto of the U.S. Army Special Forces. In English, “To Free the Oppressed”. Even three years ago I would have found it odd to be thinking of applying the skills that motto requires within the borders of my own country, but it has come to pass. Being American, in truth, is more a state of mind than a mere accident of birth or result of a legal process. This has been lost on most folk in this country anyway. So if the time comes for struggle here, we will not lose sight of the fact that there are many of you in Europe who are by far more outnumbered than we are here, and as in the past, God willing, the borders will be open for those still wanting freedom and to those who honor the
rights stated in our Constitution and Bill of Rights.

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9 Responses to “A Defender of Liberty from Sweden Sounds Off”

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Mcvet03 Says:
August 5th, 2009 at 11:06 am
Excellent post and following comment. It is very true that one day hopefully our shores will be open to those who long for Liberty, true Liberty and those who will cherish the Constitution and our way of life. As it stands now, we are on the same road as many of the countries in Europe..with one small difference.. The formation of groups like Oath Keepers! We will not go quietly into the night as so many others have…
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Freewoman Says:
August 5th, 2009 at 1:04 pm
Thank you to our Swedish defender of liberty friend for this testimonial. Liberty knows no national boundaries; people from all over the world are recognizing the preparation of a one-world government, and are reacting by spread the word about freedom. Liberty is, first and foremost, a mental battle, and therefore is not limited to only the United States.
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Edwin McKinney Says:
August 5th, 2009 at 2:33 pm
Thank you very much for holding Oath Keepers in such high regard as to bless us with your testimonial. Freedom is not an American ideal. It is a global idea and one shared by all mankind. No one wants to be a slave. No one wants to be accused unjustly. No one desires their children to live in chains! We do this for ALL people who desire liberty. Our Constitution is the Republic. And it is within the Republic that our rights are defended against tyranny. We accept all who will stand with us in our struggle for freedom! God bless!
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Dennis Says:
August 5th, 2009 at 5:43 pm
I think that any one who has ever served in any military has done so for a reason and has Taken an oath for theirs own and should not be put down for it no matter where in the world they are.. And we should welcome all that will help us in this time of our need as we have helped many in theirs.. No matter what country or language we are all brothers in arms..
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SwedishAnonymous Says:
August 6th, 2009 at 6:03 am
First of all I would like to say I was mighty surprised when I popped back in to check your progress today, finding this post featured on your index. It honestly gave me goosebumps and proved to myself that there is still hope and unity, without a need for disbanding borders and pride in our individuality.

Secondly, I think I should give you all a little amusing update in the light of all things that have happened ever since back in 9/11 and the many horrific events following this.

I have friends and colleagues from many walks of life and national origin, and just the other day I gather five of my friends in London around the screen, showing them the post on YouTube made by July4Patriot. (for a link to the post in question, click my name above).

For the very first time ever, I experienced a change in the atmosphere in the room, everyone going completely silent, asking me midway through to repeat segments, feverish translations between my friends where exchanged, and a near cheer of support was spontaneously released towards the end of the video, as July4Patriot summarizes his statement with the much suitable, “…and may whatever God you place your trust in, guide and protect you.”

These five friends of mine, are all from Damascus, Syria, and understandably so, not from a nation known to approve of much that is said and done in the name of the Star Spangled Banner.

Yet, even these men, are appreciating your struggles, and now recognizes your honorable values. The People cannot be judged by it’s leaders, but the leaders of the People can and should always be judged by it’s people.
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Jim Bridgens Says:
August 6th, 2009 at 6:44 pm
Welcome SA,
May be toil in Liberty, and celebrate in Freedom, The natural right of man to be free knows no boundries and knows no color. We welcome all friends of Liberty to follow along!
Jim
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Ms. B Says:
August 10th, 2009 at 5:25 pm
God bless you and keep you in liberty; no matter where you are from. Truth and freedom are not fettered by geography!

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and truth with us..

Regards,
Ms. B
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Mike K. Says:
August 12th, 2009 at 4:24 pm
I am proud to have you here.I appreciate the support you have shown here and respect all who stand for freedom.I too get very emotional at the words of July 4 Patriot.Thank you for sharing our message and may Freedom and Peace follow you and your friends wherever they are and whoever they may be.Friends of liberty are friends of mine.Respect and Regards Marion County FL Oath Keepers Rep. Mike Ksepka
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Art Harper Says:
August 24th, 2009 at 12:48 pm
Proud to read your words. I agree, to be an American is more than an accident of birth. It is a creed, an ideal, a force, and a noble cause. Thanks for your writing.

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