Let's accept the thesis that the good doctor is right on all counts.
Would it not logically follow then that all could then refuse orders to Iraq.
Then....anyone who accepted those orders would be accepting an illegal order and would be subject to punishment.
The other course would be for all to refuse and what would the government do then.....it would not be "mutiny" or "desertion during time of war".
I served with Conscientious Objector in my military service...he wore a Red Cross and served as a Medic in combat....he did not carry a firearm. He was highly respected and won several awards for gallantry under fire. He could see the need to serve his country and at the same time honor his principles.
Principled stand....I doubt it. He took the oath and understood the obligations of the office. He is a mender of broken bodies....not a fighter. His goal is other than principled in my book.