I am surprised by the hyperbole around what is quite a clear case (he was filmed in the act, and admitting to a breach of the Geneva Convention).
you're quite right.......but I can't imagine what was going through his mind.....what he'd seen and been through! The politicians treat members of the armed forces with contempt.......and at the same time expecting them to clear up the mess they've created. They come home damaged physically and mentally........and get more contempt heaped upon them from every direction. It may not have been AB's finest hour but I for one think there were extenuating circumstances.
Like I said.....I'm so glad my son got out! I'm not a pacifist.....far from it.......I'm just fiercely proud of our armed forces, who are asked to do a difficult job with one arm tied behind their backs.
Apologies for the rant.....time for a coffee!
MD
