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Raising men in the U.S.A. What did our military service really look like?
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Raising men in the U.S.A. What did our military service really look like?

The article reflects on the author's experience serving military service in the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA), highlighting both the training and the daily life during that time. The author describes being trained to kill, emphasizing the practical aspects of military duties such as communication with artillery batteries and basic combat exercises. However, he criticizes the outdated equipment and the lack of meaningful tasks, describing much of the time as wasted. He also comments on the poor behavior of some officers, including alcoholism and excessive strictness, which contributed to a difficult environment.

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Raising men in the U.S.A. What did our military service really look like?

The article reflects on the author's experience serving military service in the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA), highlighting both the training and the daily life during that time. The author describes being trained to kill, emphasizing the practical aspects of military duties such as communication with artillery batteries and basic combat exercises. However, he criticizes the outdated equipment and the lack of meaningful tasks, describing much of the time as wasted. He also comments on the poor behavior of some officers, including alcoholism and excessive strictness, which contributed to a difficult environment.

Bias read (Center): The article provides a personal account of military service in the JNA without overtly favoring any political perspective. It critiques the system but does not align with specific ideological positions or promote particular policies.

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