well, put, Dave-
although I didn't "get in" on the business end, having dodged a lot of mortars, rockets and small arms fire, I know just what you mean... I say again, I never fired a round in anger, jsut in frustration, because I never had a known target.
But- I fully comprehend, and have infinite respect for you guys who did the deed.
Funny how most of what melds the character of the soldier wasn't even covered in BCT- just a slight bit of lip service.
Yes, you had to be there...and thank God we remembered the trainig we did get.