Scroggs,
Maybe I didn't put myself across quite right. Yes, I went to a school in Germany, and yes my father was in Army; but I didn't go the local BAOR (English) school found on camp...
I went to the local German School, and being the only Brit in the place, was at times a bit discomforting. So being able to speak fluent German, etc... I thought would help me join, but it didn't, hence the reject. It’s a long story, in the past, and something I don’t want to get into…
Anyway, thanks for your response. Much appreciated.