https://freerepublic.com/tag/coldwat/ en-us Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:53:18 GMT Focus Forum 15 https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2438793/posts LONDON, Jan. 27, 2010 – Born a 1950s baby boomer, I grew up during the Cold War with the threat of nuclear holocaust looming on the horizon. As a little girl, I had dreams in which Russian troops swarmed over the hill in our back yard. Maybe that’s what propelled me to serve in the Army for nine years and work as a Defense Department civilian for another 17 years. No complaints, though. I’ve had an incredibly fortunate career with the military. I’ve enjoyed the fun, travel and adventure those old recruiting ads always offered. I’ve also seen the world... American Forces Press Service https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2438793/posts#comment Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:53:18 GMT