Reflections on Military Service and Transition

This chapter explores the significant downsizing of the U.S. Army in the late 1970s and reflects on the evolving roles of reserve forces during conflicts like Desert Storm. It shares personal military experiences, training adaptations, and family dynamics as children follow in their parents' footsteps into military service. The narrative also discusses the author's transition to a civilian career and their journey in writing about military experiences, while evaluating the accuracy of war films and the emotional impact of such stories.