Many began using drugs and alcohol to blot out the memories of
atrocities they had witnessed or done. Some joined antiwar groups
upon return home, others just wanted to forget the whole experience.
The scariest ones enjoyed killing. Others had no conscience and
became mercenaries. Of course once they were told of the nature of
their antisocial behaviors, they became responsible and war criminals
if they continued it. Then they could be condemned or attacked. No
one can be condemned for being a sucker.
Don't forget the IRA got its training in the British Army!
MikeB
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