Body counts are for readers of history and viewers of TV news. Most Soldiers take no glee in causing the death of another human being. Killing another person is something that must be taught to most. Many are struggle with demons brought about by killing someone, whoever necessary the pulling of the trigger was. My dad, Sgt Maj Gamecock, was an 11B with 2 CIBs, a Purple Heart and Bronze Star and loved talking about being in the Army for 20+ years, yet never spoke about pulling the trigger.
But what do I know, I'm busy cleaning up a lot of these issues with the current generation of warriors.
Thanks for the ping, Gamey. Our prayers are with you.