It seems so different over here
Did a boat trip round Hampton Roads to see Norfolk Naval Base last week - apart from some fairly obvious differences in systems and ship numbers it was impressive to have the commentator point out, and then sing the praises of, the massive VA hospital, and the medical treatment being provided to US wounded.
Flew from Chicago to Madison the next day courtesy of American Eagle - last person to board was an archetypal USMC officer in desert uniform. Flight attendant starts her usual introduction by pointing out how proud the airline is to have a USMC officer on board and the whole cabin clapped and cheered - what a difference of approach.
JB