Ep 3. Measure of Men

In JAG season 7 episode 3, titled Measure of Men, a group of Marines faces disciplinary action after a mission in Iraq goes awry. Harmon Rabb Jr. (played by David James Elliott) and Sarah MacKenzie (played by Catherine Bell) are tasked with defending the Marines and navigating the complicated legal system of the military. Along the way, they uncover evidence that reveals the true nature of the mission and the challenges faced by the soldiers.

The episode begins with Rabb and MacKenzie being briefed on the case by their commanding officer, Rear Admiral Albert Jethro Chegwidden (played by John M. Jackson). A group of Marines carried out a mission in which they were supposed to capture a high-value target in Iraq, but things did not go as planned. The target was killed, and several civilians in the area were also killed in the crossfire. The actions of the Marines are under scrutiny, and they face disciplinary action.

Rabb and MacKenzie travel to Iraq to investigate the incident and gather evidence for the case. They interview several witnesses, including local Iraqis who were present during the mission. As they dig deeper, they uncover the true nature of the mission. The high-value target was actually a biological weapons scientist who was working for Saddam Hussein. The mission was to capture him and bring him back to the United States for interrogation.

The situation becomes more complicated when Rabb and MacKenzie discover that the Marines were not the only ones pursuing the scientist. A group of rogue CIA agents were also after him, and they were willing to do whatever it takes to get him. The CIA agents were responsible for the deaths of the civilians in the area, and they were attempting to frame the Marines for the incident.

Rabb and MacKenzie must navigate the legal system of the military to clear the name of the Marines and expose the truth about the mission. They face opposition from the CIA and from higher-ups in the military who want to keep the incident under wraps. Rabb and MacKenzie must use all of their legal expertise and military know-how to overcome these obstacles and bring justice to the Marines and the innocent people who were killed in the crossfire.

The episode is a compelling mix of legal drama and military action. It highlights the challenges faced by soldiers who are serving in conflict zones and the difficult decisions that they must make in order to complete their missions. The episode also sheds light on the complicated legal system of the military and the unique challenges faced by attorneys who are defending soldiers.

Measure of Men is a standout episode of JAG that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. It is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by our men and women in uniform and the importance of upholding justice in all circumstances.