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Unearned medals might be what Col. Hackworth complained about in Korea with Bronze Stars that did not accompany a Purple Heart, for a 5-minute trip to the front bunker.
Achievement or Longevity/Good Conduct Medals where 98% was showing up on-time, sober, and in-uniform might seem like not much to you, but in the big scheme of things it's HUGE. Lots of people can't do it. They say they will/can, but don't.
Some figure out how after a few LOR's, and some need NJP or a separation to get right. Or, they keep drinking and never do.
You earned those ribbons with missed parties, a good sense of responsibility, and a few backup alarm clocks. Wear 'em!
Cheers.
PS: When I enlisted IRR was INACTIVE READY RESERVE. Beards and dope inactive, as far as I could tell. Recruiter claimed it was only in case of CONUS invasion.
Last edited by USAF QOL Addict; 05-22-2008 at 08:16 PM.
Best. Forum Nick. Ever.
He cloaked himself in a veil of impenetrable terminology.
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