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Irish_Dem

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5. That is a good point about the need for support given the high

Mon Feb 21, 2022, 11:54 PM

Feb 2022

rates of depression and suicide among vets. The military group could share VA resources for mental health issues.

I never served in the military, but my dad flew (USAF) combat in three wars. My mother was an AF nurse during the Korean War.

We were stationed overseas during the VN war. It is a big chunk of my life and I miss it. The military is a unique lifestyle unlike anything in civilian life.

I have a big interest in WWII and other branches of the military, not just the Air Force. I love the Navy, read a lot of about it.

At any rate, I have been hoping to see a military forum here on DU.

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Why isn't there a "military members" thread? [View all] James48 Feb 2022 OP

Nothing stopping you from starting one. TreasonousBastard Feb 2022 #1

This message was self-deleted by its author Anon-C Feb 2022 #2

I think it is a good idea. Why don't you start a military members thread? Irish_Dem Feb 2022 #3

It would be helpful and especially for VA related issues. MartyTheGreek Feb 2022 #4

That is a good point about the need for support given the high Irish_Dem Feb 2022 #5

Thank you! Honor your Parents' Service! MartyTheGreek Feb 2022 #6

That is so neat. My dad was in the Army Air Corps too before it Irish_Dem Feb 2022 #7

He was with the PBRs Sea Planes... MartyTheGreek Feb 2022 #8

The flight crews highly respected the mechanics. Irish_Dem Feb 2022 #9

how about Military Brats forum? that should be interesting. demigoddess Feb 2022 #10