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I have always had a keen interest in defence and military history and read more on this subject than anything else.

I've always been fascinated with Navy SEALs in general and their role in Afghanistan in particular.

The military is a very cool world to write about. I went down to Ft. Benning, Ga., for military training, and I learned a lot about soldiers and officers and why they joined up and what their life has been like.

I have incredibly positive associations with the military.

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

I admire the military. I guess in a world of villains and heroes, they're my heroes. Their dedication, their commitment, their discipline, their code of ethics.

I've always had a keen interest in the world. My father was in Patton's 3rd Army, and he helped liberate Dachau in the 7th Army.

Well, my father was in the Army and we traveled quite a bit when I was growing up, and I thought that I would like to have a military career, although I was drawn more towards the Navy.

I always give much attention to military character and to psychological and morale conditions.