At least.
My grandfather drove an ambulance in World War I. I guess you could say he was a support trooper. He would never talk about the things he saw. I wish I had been older when he was still alive (died in 1968) I would love to have the opportunity to ask him about his service.
I do not think those who support the troops are substandard and I can understand your frustration that they may possibly have been left with little protection. Thanks for the apology.