Board Thread:General Discussion/@comment-1650307-20190911055426/@comment-25150955-20190911112404

American perspective here. The American military is, for lack of a better word, glorified in the grand scheme of things. Veterans are respected beyond belief for the service they do in fighting in the military, and, I suppose, fighting other countries to protect our own. Many soldiers finish their service with serious injuries, as well as the prospect of post traumatic stress disorder and other mental illnesses, too—these are people who sacrifice their well-being, and sometimes their lives, fighting against terrorist organizations and whatnot. It’s a huge deal to be in the military here.

Personally, I’m kind of over the whole “retired veteran” story on these types of shows—something about Colin Thackery winning BGT this year—but I at least understand why people are attracted to their story and I do... respect those who live their lives protecting our country. I’m not a hugely patriotic person, but like... they’re doing a lot, y’know?