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In reply to the discussion: This isn't meant to be a slap at anyone, that isn't my intention, [View all]sarisataka
(18,208 posts)44. Present
8th Marnines Desert Storm, cross attached HHBN 34TH ID Operation OIF
And thanks to all who have served whether you have "seen the elephant" or not
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This isn't meant to be a slap at anyone, that isn't my intention, [View all]
MarineCombatEngineer
Mar 2022
OP
No, I'm just curious as to have many members here have combat experience. nt
MarineCombatEngineer
Mar 2022
#7
7 months in Iraq, 2003 Baghdad airport, convoyed in from Kuwait, RPGs, mortar attacks, small arms
Shanti Shanti Shanti
Mar 2022
#45
Served but no to combat--unless you count the past two years dealing with COVID-deniers and
hlthe2b
Mar 2022
#46
'67-'68 on an LST supply ship in the rivers Vietnam. 3 episodes of rockets, 1 serious damage to ship
UTUSN
Mar 2022
#48
Sincere you're welcome. I filter the thank-you-service through my sincerity filter.
UTUSN
Mar 2022
#78
Only an AF brat, but we were told the military is always under civilian command.
Irish_Dem
Mar 2022
#51
It is and if you don't feel comfortable answering, then no problem.
MarineCombatEngineer
Mar 2022
#127
USMC M-3-7 0331 Southeast Asia War Games... our motto: "Hey... we came in second!" nt
albacore
Mar 2022
#132