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So popular is the naval service the only embarrassment is that men volunteer so rapidly we have to work overtime to give them hardy, adequate housing and proper training.

Being a single woman is like going off to war.

In the military, you learn the essence of people. You see so many examples of self-sacrifice and moral courage. In the rest of life, you don't get that many opportunities to be sure of your friends.

When men come to like a sea-life, they are not fit to live on land.

I take care of military families. Their sacrifices are very real.

The loneliness you get by the sea is personal and alive. It doesn't subdue you and make you feel abject. It's stimulating loneliness.

You don't need to be for or against the war to provide morale and support to the men and women who are fighting over seas. These are human beings who are doing a service.

I am one of the million or more male residents of the United Kingdom, who a year ago had no special yearning towards military life, but who joined the army after war was declared.

Spending time with the military certainly lends itself to some remarkable experiences, and I've been privileged to have had my share.

I never thought anyone would pity me because of my time in the Marine Corps.