Both my grandparents were officers in World War Two, and I would be personally offended if somebody distorted their achievements.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
My father and all my uncles on both sides served in the military in World War II and Korea.
My own military background is wholly un-distinguished. I was a sergeant.
My dad was a Navy munitions officer, and by the end of his career, he was a specialist in nuclear weapons.
My parents were very pleased that I was in the army. The fact that I hated it somehow pleased them even more.
I was a lieutenant in World War II.
I grew up in a time when people believed in duty, honor and country. My grandfathers were both officers. My father was a General in the Air Force. My brother and I were both in the Army. I've always felt a kinship with soldiers; I think it's possible to support the warrior and be against the war.
It turns out one of my ancestors fought in the Continental Army, so I was inducted into the Sons of the American Revolution.
My younger brother is a decorated combat veteran and was a platoon leader in Iraq.
I did frequently refer to my war record in World War II, but not in any flamboyant way.
My own grandfathers were a submarine commander and a 'desert rats' tank operator in the Second World War.