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2. The "silent service" and pilots are the only ones where that really applies,

Sun Mar 29, 2026, 02:22 PM

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from what I understand.

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He can afford a tailor to customize the uniforms Walleye Yesterday #1

David Robinson was able to serve. Bluetus Yesterday #3

I do not know who he is, or in which branch he served. I do know niyad 23 hrs ago #4

He is an NBA hall-of-fame basketball player (and Olympic too) Bluetus 23 hrs ago #5

Thank you. I do not follow any sports, although I might recognize niyad 23 hrs ago #6

Robinson graduated from the Naval Academy. Ilsa 23 hrs ago #7

Correct. He had 2 years of mandatory service. However, Bluetus 23 hrs ago #8