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You are welcome, however I must admit that I often feel a bit self conscience when someone brings my Airforce service up as some kind of sacrifice on my part. Did nothing the least bit heroic; in fact it provided me a chance to grow up and get a REAL education in many ways. Of course, one could say a tour in north west Pakistan was no "dance in the park" experience!!!
I feel the same way you do. I spent almost 10 years in the Marine Corps during the 80s, but my whole time was peaceful and pretty much uneventful. Heck, I was stationed in mainland Japan for two years. As a young, single guy, I had way more fun than I should have. I even owe having my current job to being a veteran. Joining up was the best decision that I ever made.