11.   The generals wanted to know things from the mundane to the crucial -- say, what kinds of clothing fabric gave the most protection against a blast?

12.   The Korean War is raging, and an American general wants to turn things around by invading North Korea.

13.   The president wants the missiles removed peacefully, while the generals want them taken out by an airstrike.

14.   The retired general wanted to talk it through one more time.

15.   Even if some generals wanted a confrontation with the government, they would find it difficult to raise support.

16.   Jiang has no military experience, unlike his predecessor Deng Xiaoping, and has lobbied for PLA support in part by purchasing and developing the weapons the generals want.

17.   Some Russian generals reportedly want a change to agreements that prevent Moscow putting multiple-warheads on land-based missiles.

18.   Some critics say the generals want a larger military because manpower cuts would also mean far fewer generals.

19.   Some critics say the generals want a larger military to ensure their own positions are not eliminated.

20.   William Smullen, a spokesman for Powell, said the retired general wanted to demonstrate his support for the treaty.