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Way back in 75. For of us went and joined the Navy. In our junior year of HS. on delayed entry. and a year later one other of our classmates joined. And one of the “ smart kids” Going into the nukes as a O.
Coming in 76 It was more of a “war” time Navy. Vietnam was still somewhat winding down. Knowing and doing your job well got you ahead.
But could slowly see the change over to a peace time Navy. How well you could crease your uniform and brown nose got you ahead. And a lot more BS.
In 2001 we had our 25th HS reunion. I had not seen these guys since 76
One got out after 4 years. The nuke guy out after his min. term ( 8 years ?)
I did 10 ( coming very close to do the 20+ decision.) Every one else did 20-23 years. with one going thought the E ranks and becoming a Zero!
All made the decision to get out because they could no longer stand Billareys PC bs Military.

And now no beer, No steaming off.... Black “ French hats” BS... bullet shortages....
Since the 80s upper leadership has been declining. taking a nose dive in the 90s.

I served at the same time, 75-95 retired as BTC and yes it got worse every year in the 80's. Clinton was the last straw.
Jack