OldDiver>  Are you a "combat" veteran, by chance????  It is known that many veterans from every war the USA has been involved in has many unsung heroes.  Many not so much the hero but did a job that helped to get the "victory."  Some veterans, like John Kerry (former SOT) lied and embellished his own naval service in 'Nam.  So what's so bad about a few lies that don't hurt anyone or anything, huh????