[elfman2]

"Imagine a young troop putting a 40 year old at attention and screaming at him when his barracks doesn't pass inspection."

If I understand the purpose of that correctly, it’s to tear down the identity of recruits so that it can be rebuilt as part of the team. If it’s possible to do to a 40yo, it won’t be done through screaming. I don’t think it would be hard to tear down a 40y/o with other forms of belittlement, but like someone else said, 40yo bones don’t heal as quick. I don’t know if many would spring back.

[blaquebyrd]

"If it’s possible to do to a 40yo, it won’t be done through screaming."

40yos won't get any special treatment because of their age. They will be treated like others of their rank.