It is also a military machine fully capable of dominating the world if left in the wrong hands. The journey has been varied and worldwide. Few are afforded the experience of meeting and working with so many great Americans, literally tens of thousands. This is a picture of the Army anchored in sublime bits of wisdom harvested from history, philosophy, religion and life in general. The overriding theme is that there is a lesson in all we do, especially with people who serve others.
Old soldiers have tales.
Through this book may the lessons, mistakes, and victories described educate future soldiers and Americans in general about what their tax dollar buys. And may these stories, in some small way, bring meaning and guidance to those soldiers currently in the service. The tincture of time will cover over many details of our lives. Much will be forgotten unless it is written down. The stories that follow offer some unofficial humor, thoughts and details about the United States Army for general consumption that otherwise would have been forgotten.