Photo above:
Platoon 3049, MCRD San Diego
Jun-Sep 1979
I was never in a war.
I think recognition should go to those who are war veterans and those who did time in uniform after 911.
“Thanks for your service” conversations are awkward for me.
These days, I tend to avoid wardrobe accessories, bumper stickers, etc. that ID me as a person who did time in uniform.
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Veterans Seen as a Separate Part of Society
Most And Least Meaningful Federal Holidays