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BigKen:

--- Quote from: Semi-Sly on November 12, 2016, 09:03:25 AM ---Thanks guys.  When I first joined the Navy in 1979 people weren't very kind to servicemen.  There were signs on some people's lawns in Norfolk that read; "Dogs and Sailors Keep Off the Grass".  And, I was twice refused service in restaurants because I was in uniform.

Even though the Cold  War was raging and we were often in harms way, (although I am still sworn to secrecy about it), the country didn't appreciate us very much and kept cutting our benefits over the next 10 years.  It wasn't until they NEEDED people for their follies in Iraq, Afghanistan, the Horn of Africa, etc. that they suddenly reinstated benefits and gave raises in pay.

So, it is really nice now when people thank me for my 36 years of service.

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That's terrible Semi-Sly, and I'm sorry you experienced that discrimination! I can't comprehend why anyone would be hostile towards anyone who's livelihood is based on saving people's lives. I'm glad you appreciate the gratitude as you deserve many thanks. Servicepeople, EMTs and and firefighters are the best in my book.

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