I was an infantryman for 12 years. Lots of stories, but best told over beers. Mainly, I learned to suffer where others would choose easier paths. Walk 12 miles, or take a bus 2? Stand out in the rain & cold, or get under shelter? Was a bizarro world, thats for sure. But, in the end, the experiences make for great stories. Sadly, learning to kill & blow things up didnt translate well into the civilian world...