| Fair enough Le, it is a difference in attitude between American and British troops that I've picked up on. Brits are more accustomed to "long wars" and their attitude reflects that very clearly. Every war is different but I have to say as one looking to get back into uniform knowing I WILL go to the sandbox that I wouldn't like having to do multiple tours but I would harden myself by remembering what my grandfather did in the Pacific during WWII... three and a half years of combat without ever coming home until it was all over.
__________________ "The purpose of fighting is to win. There is no possible victory in defense. The sword is more important than the shield and skill is more important than either. The final weapon is the brain. All else is supplemental." - John Steinbeck |