You ENLIST in MY Military and you DO your ENTIRE Obligation. I did(20 Years, 1 Month, 18 Days/US Navy), My Son did(4 Years/US Navy) My other Son did(4 years/United States Marines). So sorry, you sign up for MY MILITARY you either come back carrying you shield or ON IT!
But as I understand, the United States military lets you claim hardship under circumstances like Webb's. I'm sure it gets abused by some, and Webb's multiple marriages make him sound like a mixed bag, integrity-wise, but I'm prepared to cut him a little slack, since I know nothing about this case and he did honorable work in his professional life.
Merry Christmas and thank you for your service.
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