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SSG Itlain-
Brother, I can't even imagine being in your shoes, but I do understand what you're saying. It's tough because the Army, even in groups of tightknit soldiers, has some expectation of not letting these things get to you. Even in the "new, softer Army", with all the PTSD awareness and such, there's still a bit of a stigma attached to getting help and trying to sort through things.
I'd say your best bet is jut to focus on the mission exactly as it is... honoring your buddy. Surely someone saying something could put you in a bad way, but would he approve of you snapping? Take your time, keep your cool and know that your mission is honoring your friend, not carrying a vessel across the country. On the surface it may seem the same, but in principal it isn't.
I wish you the best of luck.
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