What you guys considered "normal" and "appropriate" in the civilian world we considered "silly" and out of touch in the military world/combat zones. Things that we consider important now, mean nothing when the bullets are flying.
Yes the humor is black and sometimes almost inhuman. It is just your mind adapting to the situation.
It's a whole different world in the military, especially when there are bullets heading towards you.
This is thread really isn't fair because, as mentioned above, you cannot understand the circumstances.
Personally, I think any answer or response in this thread should start with "I Served/Didn't Serve in the Military". That way, those of us that have actually been there know where you are coming from.
Remember, your tax dollars are paying for us to be killers. That is our ultimate purpose. You need people that will do this job whether you like it or not, so be careful how you judge.
-I will admit that there are a few real nutjobs in the service that scared the hell out of me when I was in. It is not the norm and nobody likes 'em.
-FYI, your "humor" changes when you get back to the civilian world. In most cases, it goes away when you get back. I can remember some of the humor that you would think insane. We thought it was funny. I don't use it anymore and it really isn't funny anymore.
It is a reaction to the fact that you can be killed at anytime, nothing more.
Edit: Gulf I vet, with medals
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