Sorry, what I meant was that I can only speak for the Soldiers I served with in Afghanistan or in my company. From our conversations, they've always felt it was

Sorry, what I meant was that I can only speak for the Soldiers I served with in Afghanistan or in my company. From our conversations, they've always felt it was an honor. Perhaps it's different in other places. Edit: btw, I'd estimate that more than 1/8 at this point. Most Soldiers these days spend more time overseas than at home. My friends deploy every 6 months. Friends from the old unit, every 18 months for 12 at a time. It wears on the soul, and the family.