I've been casually following this thread and hesitate to comment but here goes.

First off, thanks to any and all who served. Having served 20yrs. I know that everyone in uniform has a part to play and it all matters, period. Also, anyone who raises their right hand and takes the oath is signing a check for up to and including their life, period.

Having said that, there are combat zones and then there is combat. Less then 10% of servicemen that deploy to a combat zone even see the enemy, much less engage in a two way live fire event. Yet, there is no shortage of vets, from all eras, sitting at the end of bars, holding court while festooned in patches, badges and hats (often not deserved, much less earned) for the sake of recognition. These people soak up every benefit or perk they can, from inflated disability ratings to free hunts. These are the vets that make vets look bad.

Again, thanks to any and all who served. Be proud of your service but never claim to be something you are not.

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