Can Poland’s Military stop Russia? 

Hey spare parts army thanks for watching! What are your thoughts on the Polish armed forces? Why do you think their country has always been so important geopolitically throughout history? Follow me here: instagram.com/cappyarmy/

Just a friendly reminder: We were NEVER in the soviet union, only under their influence, might seem like a minor detail, but it is HUGE.

Poland assumes it's allies wouldn't help. Poland assumes that in reality it stands alone. These are historical lessons.

Don't forget words from an interview in 2019, the America's Navy SEAL's general said: "My recipe for the best, unbeatable army in the world? Our (American) technology and logistics with Polish soldiers using it.."

18:46 my father told me a story when i was a kid that this way of salute is a reference to a polish soldier who lost 3 fingers during a battle but still saluted to his commander

In Poland I have many friends, I worked with them, travelled with them. We have common enemy, common history, common businesses. We are allies forever. Greetings from Lithuania 🇱🇹

Two finger salute also has a legend dating back to Napoleon war's. Story goes that a messenger was wounded during delivery of a message, he lost almost all fingers in his right hand, once he arrived to officer who he was supposed to deliver a message, he saluted with his remaining fingers (Normally, he would salute with full hand in UK style), shortly after he passed away do to his wounds. Officer in charge was so impressed that he ordered all his troops to salute with two fingers in honor of this messenger, for fulfilling his duty despite the wounds.

Hey, Thank you for the positive remarks about Poland history and defence. For some not very well understood reasons Poland usually gets very bad press, sometimes far fetched from the truth and reality. Poland history is tragic and interesting and unique at the same time. The fact that Poland as a country and the state was resurrected by its own people so many times after total annihilation means something. I hope Poland with its military will contribute to Europe's peace and stability. Interesting subject for your vlog, with possible links to current situations, could be Polish- Russion 1920 war, when Polish army saved Europe from communism. Best regards,

I am a HUGE fan of Poland 🇵🇱 ! I have been learning a lot about Ukraine and Russia and NATO lately, but will watch whatever current events I can find about Poland (English speaking only)

Poles generally are very impressive people. We Germans sometimes joke about them, but in my eyes this is mostly out of envy and respect. They are hard working, highly motivated and just get things done. Not to mention the many times in history when polish soldiers fought very bravely and effective in wars and where only later betrayed, abandoned or sold off by their allies or political leaders.

Poland's ability to endure pain and survive is so remarkable . As a child playing with toy soldiers in my back yard I met a kindly old man who corrected me as to how to set up an assault force. Years later I realized I was being taught by General Anders of the Polish Free Brigade and hero of Monte Cassino .

No one is ever 100% ready for War, but Poland is working very hard to get there. They are building really quick and have a good plan to prepare.

Nobody in Europe knows what it's like to fight for independence like Poles. We will never let history repeat itself. Glory to the heroes! ❤️🇵🇱

Love and respect to Poland from Australia

God bless Poland..... respect from Finland

Love this information that Poland has had modernisation, much respect for the Polish. Everyone I have ever worked along side are a class act. Love from England.

Very informative, professionally laid out *_without_* emotion which is crucial in discussions like this .

Good friend of mine ,member of Croatian Special Forces had training,education with Polish Army. He said they are very capable,determend and well equiped Army. I hope Russia will live them alone,but if they attack Poland, they will learn in a hard way that Polish people do know and do remember history,and they will not alow to repeat it self. I truly respect everything Polish nation did for Ukraine refugies and Ukraine as a Country. Wish them peace and prosperity. Best regards from Croatia.

I worked with them in Taji, Iraq . They are never ever backing down when we closed the base they almost had to be forced to leave . They are really efficient and strong as a bull. Also some of their comms guys were honestly tom notch

Very informative thanks for making it so easy to understand and really breaking everything down so even someone who's never been in the military can easily grasp some pretty detailed nuances

Mam 66 lat i jestem Polakiem . Dziękuję że pokazałeś nasze sprawy ale jednej nie pokazałeś My wszyscy Polacy jesteśmy żołnierzami nawet ja w wieku 66 lat . Gdyby cokolwiek się stało natychmiast pójdę na ochotnika do wojska . Nawet gdybym tam zupę gotował dla żołnierzy to i tak pójdę . Polska to niezwykły kraj bo miłuje pokój ale i staje w obronie słabszych narodów . Czy wiecie dlaczego Polacy całują dłonie kobiet na przywitaniu ? Przez nasz kraj przeszło tyle wojen że do dzisiaj całujemy dłonie kobiet za to że swoje dzieci oddały do wojska a wielu już z tych wojen nigdy nie wróciło. To na barkach kobiet spoczywało utrzymanie domu czy wychowanie małych dzieci . My się Ruskich nie boimy ale i nie lekceważymy . Rosjanie doskonale wiedzą z kim maja do czynienia, jak zaczną z nami to przegrają .

I was born in a Polish neighborhood in Detroit. Their boy scouts were tough and militant. They taught me survival skills. I also learned boxing from a Polish Olympic champion who was on team USA. I know they greatly resent Russia even more than Germany and think about it constantly. Now im a Us Navy veteran but, I still remember my people and know their resolve is unbreakable.

One correction: Poland is indeed flat as a table, but it has a very extensive river system with several large ones. Essentially, trying to get through Poland you will need to ford a river almost every 50 kilometers. Whether that matters, I recommend asking the Russians about their crossing of river Donets recently.

Once worked with this university student from Poland. He had military training despite being young, apparently he did a military academy instead of the normal high school. He told us how during their free time they would practice on assembling and maintaining rifles and military equipment. Ome of my colleague asked why poles are so fixated in military doctrine and the kid just smiled and said “Russia”. Oh how he was right…

This is a Brilliant Video!!! Well Done!!!!

As a Lithuanian i think we should buy Polish made riffles and other stuff that is up to par along with the stuff we are currently buying from Germany and USA, not because i think the German and US weapons are bad, not at all, those are amazing systems, but we should invest in Poland instead just cuz it is so vital to our own survival. There is no way Lithuania survives if Poland falls, Poland is probably more important to us than even our Baltic brothers, at least freedom wise. Anything Poland has is a win for Lithuania, since at least land wise we only have 2 neighbors we can depend on and that's Latvia and Poland, with the other 2 being absolute shitters Belarus and Russia.

Polish soldiers liberated the Netherlands. They are stil honoured for this effort. Many Polish soldiers have died for the liberation of the Netherlands. History tells another story. Poland is your first defense when Russia turns agressive to NATO. And thus to the Netherlands. ZA WASZA I NASZA WOLNOSC

Bro this was an awesome knowledge bombshell! Thank you!

Russia: Watch out Poland All of NATO: Hold our beer

As a Lithuanian I consider them as friends and allies. Polish people are good people.

Poland is one of the only nations involved in this war that not only has their head screwed on right, but who is not playing political and economic games. Refugees? Take them. The military? Reinforce it. Russian saber rattling? Don't flinch. Huge respect for Poland. Proving to the world that they are not to be messed with

Very well explained! Thank you!

The 2 finger salute is form a legend. It’s about a soldier that was badly injured but still saluted despite missing his fingers.

I was one of many trainers in Germany that evaluated Polish troops and was impressed with how quickly they could grasp are western military structure and employ it. Poland is no push over

Coming from a lithuanian, Poland is probably our best chance of survival in case of a russian invasion. Respect to my neighbors

Poland is such a fascinating country and a wonderful ally to the United States. They are such strong and proud people, im glad that Ukraine has such a helpful neighbor. I guess both countries know the influence of Russian/Soviet aggression.

Dear Poles, we will stand togeter and sink together if needed. Love from Czech Republic. History repeats its self, we both know it.

Polska!! Polska!!! I love Poland and the beautiful, loyal and warrior like people of the greatest country on the mainland of Europe. Every pole is welcome in England. My best mate was Polish till he died and his family came here to Bury him when I thought he would have been buried in his home town. His family are beautiful inside and out. Polska

I just finished a rotation in Poland. Their forces were always very kind and wanted to learn. A couple of them were huge u.s. military history buffs too. Knew more than I did lol

U da man, Cappy! So many people wouldn't have any problem denying mistakes, the true sign of a strong person is knowing and admitting that fact 🤟✌️

From Poland 🇵🇱 : Amazing how accurate is your info and videos from polish gov and army 👌🏻👌🏻

As a german, i have to say that I’m glad and proud to stand beside our neighbors this time.

One important thing to remember, Napoleon once said: "800 Poles would equal 8,000 enemy soldiers"

1.09 million subs. Congratulations and kudos, Dude. You’ve actually earned it with your well informed, grounded analysis. The dark humor is absolutely appropriate and appreciated.

Very good analysis!

"Having Poland on your side gives you a massive advantage." Vienna 12 September 1683: "Yes. It does."

There are 38 million people in Poland plus over 20 million Poles abroad. Especially in the USA and Canada, but also in Western Europe, Australia and South America (Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay). In addition, there are people with partially Polish roots, most often very patriotic, when it comes to Poland. Its a big group of ppl, money and influence. Russia should also remember that it never won against Poland alone and most often received a solid beating from Poland, including a very unpleasant one in 1920.

I don't have anything to add, I would just like to thank you for the outstanding job that you do.

Old vet from Idaho, USA. Very informative report. Thanks.

Well I'm British, don't know about military, but I've worked with a lot of Polish people, Found them to be very good workers ,but the Polish fighter pilots urned Legendary status in Britain, and the Polish Paratroopers were Trained and based in my Home Town in England, in the 2nd World War.

WELL WE know in Britain 🇬🇧. How hard they fight and are brave from the Polish Pilots who fought in the Raf ,and the Polish Paratroopers were based near my home town .and as a kid I used drink in the Polish club in my town and stories from old guys who settled here .Also worked with modern Polish generation good workers ,make very good friends .

I am watching this one year laer, and it is still so correct about Polanf, army, territorial defense and so on. Nice job man.

Poland would smash them imo. Pretty easily. And the more time they have to prepare, the more dangerous they get. And even in that weren’t enough on its own, they got a couple friends.. but they wouldn’t even need em, they’re solid🇺🇸🇵🇱

Theres a sentiment here in the UK, that whilst we joined the second world war and contributed towards the eventual defeat of Fascist Germany for Poland, we failed them in the end. Poland fell regardless under the Iron curtain, we watched as the the people we went to war for fell to tyranny despite our best efforts. We won't fail Poland a second time. If Russia invades, whilst i don't doubt Poland can defend itself after Russia's abysmal performance in Ukraine, Poland won't fight alone this time. Polands borders are the red line, if Russia crosses it, its world war 3. There is no discussion to be had on that front, Poland stands, or the world burns.

I met some Polish Army soldiers when I was in Karbala. They were hard men and knew what they were doing. 11/10 would oper8 with again.

Watching this a year later and sooo much has changed

Poland's geographical location may seem unlucky, defence wise, but it's actually a really good one trade wise. Also it's very different now than it used to be centuries ago, where it stretched far East, including what is now Ukraine and Belarus, and up to Black sea in the south. Polish are also the only ones who reached Moscow, and they did it 2 times ;⁠) it's not a nation to be underestimate.

Poland has probably fought the most wars with Russia in history. We perfectly know their mentality, their strengths, weaknesses and plans. We warned Europe as early as 2008, during Russia's war with Georgia. The German elite were deaf and some called us Russophobes .... It turns out that we were right

"Poland will have it's borders, even if it means they're on the last map humanity ever draws."

As Habitual Linecrosser says "This speedbump has teeth."

Niech spróbują nas zaatakować a zatrzymany Się dopiero na Moskwie

The Polish airman was a great asset in the Battle of Britain and their effort will never be forgotten. Never push a pole with his back to the wall as he will come at you with ten times the force. A proud nation of people who will fight for freedom.

Major update, Poland purchased 1,000 K-2 MBT, 672 K-9 SPA and 48 FA-50 fighter jets from South Korea in 27th July 2022. The main reasons they chose SK weapons are 1) no NATO countries could handle this amount of orders in a short period of time to fulfill Poland's urgent needs (the first shipment was already delivered in december 5th) 2) The US and EU countries are very hesistant in providing technology transfer, personnel training, liscensed production for security reasons, but as a new player in the market SK is much more open in that regard 3) Low price and good quality weapons with NATO standard compatibility

I just love your sense of humor

I think its awesome and completely upgrading a military will take time but I think they have made one hell of a start. Great job Poland

13:48 As of today Poland has 128 Lepard 2A4 (currently undergoing modernisation to 2PL standard - comparable with A5/A6 standard) as well as 105 Leopard 2A5's, and in addtion to this 232 PT-91 (deep modernisation of T72). Poland also had approx 300 T72M's that were upgraded to T72M1R standard (about 230 of them were upgraded) so new FCS, pasive thermal sights, digital enrcyped radios, military garde GPS. Almost all T72M1R's were donated to Ukarine 13:55 Poland never used BTR's in Military service (less then 20 of BTR's were used by Police) but SKOT/OT-64 created as joint venture between Poland and Czechoslovakia 15:41 The 2 Patriot bateries were already ordred in 2018, now Polish MoD decided to order 6 more 15:47 Also British CAMM and CAMM-ER are already on order 16:39 i would not call 465 (Leo A4/A5 and PT91) MBT's a small number... and this does not include M1A2's that are on order (they will most likely replace the PT91's, as 91's will be put in to the reserve) 16:56 The first batch of ZSSW-30 (so 30mm Bushmaster II, 7,62x51 UKM-2000 and 2x SPIKE ATGM) will be 341 turrets, if all goes ok with them more will follow. The Polish gov understands importance of ATGM for KTO-Rosomak. The problem is that producer of curently used turret requested way to much money to integrate the SPIKE lunchers to already produced turrets. That's why "Old" turrets will be phased out after some time and replaced durring MLU by the ZSSW-30. Also some of currently used 1st gen ROSOMAK will be replaced by Rosmak-XP (AMV-XP) in front line service and the hulls of 1st gens will be used to build Otokar-Brzoza missile tank destroyers (as far as i know Brimstone missile was selected for this project) 17:19 BMP-1 will be replaced shortly by BORSUK IFV and another IFV bought off the shelf. As replacing over 1500 BMP-1 would take a long time + growing army would need more of them Polish MoD confirmed that it is looking to buy additional new IFV (South Korean KF21 Redback is a strong contender) 17:44 "Fake news"... Borsuk IFV uses only hydraulic suspension of K9, the rest of the chassis is of Polish design 17:55 "Fake news"... PM63, P64, PM84, P83, P94 Wist, MAG95, MAG98, Lantan rifle with its proprietary ammo 7 × 41mm... the list goes on 18:12 First tranche was 24 KRAB's, second already ordered and in production is 96, currently MoD is closing contract for third tranche of 48 KRAB's. And there are talks of another fourth tranche for another 120 KRAB's 18:22 Once more not true, the MoD understands very well the need for the precision guided artillery rounds thats why the pumped money in to APR project. And the Domesticly designed and produced precision rounds have been already tested in 2020 - defence24.pl/przemysl/mesko-testuje-precyzyjna-amunicje-155-mm - There are both 155mm prototypes as well as 120mm for "RAK" self propelled autoloading mortar 19:10 Also the Su-22 attack crafts will be replaced by new aircraft, two contenders are taken under consideration Leonardo M-346FA as Poland already is using M-346 as main LIFT (Lead In Fighter Trainer), and KAI F/A-50 (as it has some commonality with F-16's) Also as of two days ago Polish MoD chief Mariusz Błaszczak anouced that Poland send LOR to US to buy 500 (yes five hundred) M142 HIMARS as addition to already orderd 20. Also Colonel Andrzej Jaśko from Polish MoD say in interview with Defence24 that project WILK is still ongoing and Poland will buy huge number (up to 600-800 Tanks) of new MBT to replace PT91/T72's in addtion to already purchased M1A2 SEP3 (strong contender for this project is Hyundai with K2PL) as well as additional IFV to the Borsuk (already pointed that when talking about replacing BMP-1). Also the project KRUK is ongoing, to buy up to 64 attack helicopters (AH-64G and AH-1Z are taken under consideration in this project).

I've lived in Ireland and meet a plenty of polish there. Wonderful people, very friendly and respectful, and also patriotic.

I am posting this a couple days after a guest on the Russian “Evening with Vladimir Solovyov” tv show openly suggested that Russia and Belarus should invade and capture the Polish region of Podlaskie to create a land bridge from Belarus to Kaliningrad. I do not believe that Russia would attempt this any time soon, but I am pretty certain that their military has analyzed this as a potential military operation. If they felt that they could pull it off, they would try it. People in the USA and Western Europe need to understand that since Putin came to power, Russia has actively engaged in hybrid warfare with all major NATO countries (including the uk, USA, Germany, france and Poland) to try to get domestic politicians into office who would stop supporting nato and also other alliances- e.g., brexit in the UK. Russia has a long term strategy to compromise and divide nato and then attempt to invade and annex Ukraine, the Baltic states, moldova and Poland. They are trying to lay a foundation for this through hybrid warfare first, and they would invade once they perceive that they could possibly be successful. This is why citizens in nato countries should learn about Russian interference in their countries and also value and try to protect their own democracies. Otherwise, poland should study Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and what as worked to stop Russian mechanized assault units. In my opinion, poland needs to stockpile RAAM mine systems that they can deploy from their 155mm Krab howitzers so they can quickly shower mine fields across the border in both Belarus and Kaliningrad if Russia or Belarus attempt to attack. They should also stockpile some DPICM artillery, conventional 155mm artillery, GMLRS systems, cheap fpv drones with anti-tank munitions, various shoulder-fired ATGMs, stationary ATGM systems, and also various kinds of anti-air defenses. Poland has very capable surveillance drones. Ukrainians are using them very effectively. Poland needs to monitor their borders carefully, and if they see armor amassing, they need to be ready to shower mines and cluster munitions at any concentrations of forces across the border as soon as the enemy starts an invasion. They need to then respond with plenty of conventional artillery as well as drone attacks and ATGMs to stop the initial invasion. Then they can deploy reserves to the hot zones while NATO allies may or may not mobilize and come to their defense. The first 24 to 72 hours would be critical, and Poland needs to be ready to stop invaders in their tracks before they can capture territory the way that Russians occupied Kherson and Zaporizhzhia in Ukraine. Poland would also need to be able to deploy multiple layers of air defenses to keep enemy aircraft at a distance. I absolutely believe that the polish army could do this if they carefully study what has worked best in Ukraine and prepare.

As a Brit I can say with my hand in my heart that Polish forces are top notch. You only have to look back at WW2 to how Polish airman took the fight back to Hitler Germany working out of Britain. They are today one of the key players within the NATO defence alliance on the eastern front. I am more than happy to know they are batting on my side of the field.

Poland: "What are we gonna do with all this Soviet stuff? We can't just give it away... Russia: *starts war* Poland: ...or can we?

Fun fact: voivodship in Polish is called województwo, which comes form a public function called Wojewoda, which means "leader of warriors/soldiers".

It should also be noted that Poland has a legitimate Tier 1 special forces assets, (JW Grom and JW Komandosów,) as well as other Tier 2 assets, JW Formoza, (think Seal Teams and JW AGAT, (think US Army Rangers.) These are relatively small but highly effective units that fought alongside Navy Seals and British SAS in Afghanistan.

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I have no idea about Poland's capabilities today. But I want to call out a piece of history that is so often overlooked. Everyone knows it was the USA that won WW2. All the movies say so. Except it was a world war, and the US was late to the party. Everyone also knows that Poland was the first to fall. Except that after Poland was invaded, many of its people went to better equipped allied countries, including the UK, where they immediately signed up with the military. One of the most famous air battles in history was the battle of Britain, where British pilots repelled a superior German force. And while I don't want to take anything away from the Brits, the truth is we didn't have enough pilots. A very significant number of the pilots in those British planes were Polish. I have great respect for the people of Poland, and I think history has proven that they are tough people.

My Polish great-grandfather, Stanislaus, was born on a ship coming to the U.S.. It makes my heart swell to see Poland helping their neighbors AND strengthening itself. Slava from the U.S.! My babcia would be proud! I miss her potato pancakes with honey. It's because of her I eat sauerkraut anytime It's available lol

As a Brit, I have no problem trusting Polish pilots and that the country would do well with a larger airforce.

Simple answer… yep! Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱 ❤🇵🇱

Poland exists for over 1000 years dude, there was much more territory wars, losses, takebacks and constant military conflicts than what happend in last 200 years.

Poland has a long tradition of fighting in all kind of wars with multiple enemies - directly on a battlefield or indirectly through underground resistance. Poland in a way is like Afghanistan minus mountains - you can conquer it but sooner or later, you will have to leave it because of Polish resistance and resilience. And yes, you want to have Poland on your side - it is a loyal ally , just ask Americans who served and fought together with Poles in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Careful Cappy, we're watching,bro!

very good material

I honestly really like these in depth analysis videos about lesser talked about countries. Keep it up, Cappy 👌

I'm Polish and American. I hold polish and U.S citizenships. I enlisted 2 years ago as a 12M. Can't wait to be deployed to Poland so I can serve both countries at once

You did not mentioned about recent delivery o K2 Korean tanks. We are planning of buying almost 1k of them. Polish Army signed large contract for delivery o HIMARS and Chunmoo as well. It is hard to buy amunition, or a nice AR15 or Klasshnikov in gun schops, that how popular shooting is in Poland now :)

thx for the video, all i can add, be careful about politics there, it's very polarized thx to their neighbors. Big thumb up from me my brother 👍

As a Polish- American (first gen America) i would gladly fight for Poland and so would most of my family. So the mobilization would be quite high

I don't know anything about Polands modern force but I really wish that my fellow townsmen would remember it was a polish ship that saved our town during WW2 by drawing away German bombers from the town that were looking to destroy the shipyards (where the hood was located which was the ship that eventually disabled the bizmark allowing the raf to destroy it), singer sewing factory (where army uniforms where made) and various other factories making spitfire engines and ammunition. All I hear is racist garbage from them yet at the shipyard we have a giant statue of that vessel that saves us from the worst of it. They probably don't even realise that the ship is Polish let alone know the story behind it. Too many have short memories.

Sometimes but not often l'll pull up a story from CNN but 95% of the time l get my news on the war in the Ukraine from two sources, here and Arthur Rehi. Not only because you two are far more entertaining but your background in the Army and his in the Estonian Army make me far more trusting than some talking head on network tv. I know war is awful and people are dying but due to my juvenile attention span l have to be entertained to be interested. I think that since Russia is getting it's ass handed to them by the Ukraine a well equip NATO backed Poland would open up a big can of whoop ass on them if they were stupid enough to invade Good job and thank you for your service

@Task & Purpose: According to the MoD of the ROC, ROC military conscripts now get more training, not the just four months of it. The official info is on the English and Chinese language versions of the ROC MoD website.

Poland 🇵🇱, I was born in mariupol but live in United States 🇺🇸 now for over 30 years. Thank you for hospitality and love ❤. Perhaps one day Ukraine 🇺🇦 will have an opportunity to repay you in your time of need. (What putin doesn't understand is that respect is earned.... Being equal and good with your neighbors is what long term success looks like.)

The Poles will fight on their own soil like tigers. Russia will get a similiar reception from Poland that they got from Ukraine...but even less pretty. Thank you Chris! Nothing average about your practical analysis.

Due to the economic relationship between Germany and Russia, virtually the entire road and railway infrastructure was built and renovated in the east-west direction. Due to the importance of German ports, the north-south direction has been neglected until today.

A very interesting and important movie. Over time, opinions about Poland are changing for the better, it wasn't always like that. We, Poles, probably need a little of that - to be appreciated in any way for what our ancestors did and for what a lot of good Polish citizens are doing today. This film and positive comments are for me - and I believe that for all Poles - something very important. It is a testimony that our history, spilled blood, slavery, etc. - have not been in vain. I would like to believe that thanks to this we will remain the nation we have always been - desiring freedom, good and honor. Greetings from Poland to all good citizens of the world!

I'm really impressed how many details you packed in this 20minute video. For me as a Polish and engineer working partially for Polish defense is nice to hear that our importance is noticed as well as polish made equipment. The only thing I'm missing here was Polish MANPADS Grot-M (Piorun) which is best in the class, far more capable than Stinger or anything that enemy could use.

No matter how Poland might seem, they have a history of some pretty commendable military feats such as the battle of Vienna, the postmen of WW 2, it even took the Germans and Soviets to work together WW 2 to subdue Poland, and even after that, they still kept a resistance.

Go Poland ❤ from Croatia!!!

thank you for this - right now we worry for air defence - if they make it on time and as efficient as promised

I'm glad they are on our side. Much love from USA 🇺🇸/🇵🇱

KGB: "My gosh, how did Poland's economy skyrocket after we left?" Poland: "A little something called the Free Market, jackass."

Super interesting.