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In reply to the discussion: The problem of our military worshipping culture [View all]sarisataka
(18,883 posts)comes from preconceived notions, assumption and movies, with maybe a questionable anecdote thrown in.
Next week I will be giving a presentation to a grade school on being a veteran and military life. Unlike a recruiter I don't have to convince them to sign up so hey will get the straight scoop, good and bad-slighty diluted to account for age, and will take any question they have. If adults want, I will tell them the same, but as for my experiences- even my wife doesn't know everything. Like most vets, I know 20 others far more worthy of recognition than me.
Movies I recomend for anyone interested in life in a combat zone are, in no particular order:
M*A*S*H*
Kelly's Heroes
Saving Private Ryan (though I think it would have been more accurate had Tom Hanks character been enlisted)