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So I saw my first military poser today at Wal-Mart of all places. Had Army ACUs, popped collar, what looked like a white turtleneck and Doc Marten's boots, patrol cap on indoors, no name tapes anywhere, Marine Corps Globe-and-Anchor on his pc, no unit patches and an American flag patch with no stars. I asked him what unit he was in, he responded with being an E-7 petty officer in the Navy.
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I can't say I've ever specifically met any of these "posers", but one thing stands out with this one and others - the stupidity in assembling any kind of uniform for their ruse. one has only to search the internet to get the correct uniform wear, awards etc. These dopes aren't very smart. It's sad that these people feel the need to do this to get some kind of recognition. Clearly, they are very broken.
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I see various individuals at the off ramp ( homeless ) with help me signs everyday, claiming to be Viet Nam veterans, they are al way too young. some even have medals they are wearing from Iraq and Afghanistan. Disgusting. MY son is 100% disable, Army Sgt, tour in Iraq and tour in Afghanistan. It really bugs me to see these jerks, homeless ? but wearing reasonably new clothes, maybe they are homeless, but quit usurping the military
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Yeah, ran into a guy wearing an Operation Desert Storm Hat. Asked him what branch he served in. he said, "UM, Air Force." Then asked him when he was in the service. he replied, "I was in from July 1970 till Dec 1974." Knew right then he was full of it, since I had served during desert storm! I told him that he was full of bull and to quit wearing a hat he had no business wearing! Two months later, ran into him again at a restaurant trying to get a free meal on Veteran's day. It was at a place that normally doesn't ask for ID if you are wearing a military hat. I told the people seating customers, to ask for verification from this gentleman, since I knew he was a fake. Sure enough they asked for ID and he had none and was turned away. They now make the policy to ID all that come for the free meal.
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Have to say no as I have no idea what you're talking about... Old Navy, got out 1959.
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MAJ Doug Mattox
Stolen Valor is when someone impersonates a veteran, usually to get a meal, or money or something for his service. Some people dress up in uniforms and they have never served. Some or mentally ill and some are just trying to get something for nothing. If you were serious about not knowing, I hope that helped and if you were not, then I guess you got me.
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Some on active duty also lied about "war" record. I served with a CPO who said he was in the TET offensive in 1968. I had a task that included reviewing his service record and saw that he was still in high school in 1968. He lost all credibility for the remainder of the tour.
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Unfortunately I have run into several at late night watering holes. It seems as though a touch of the drink brings out the worst in these fools. The stories get bigger and bigger as the night goes on. I always end up having to move on.
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