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MR-7 » 25 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

25 minutes ago

YES...happens a lot.

“Troops eating steak and lobster” is literally standard military practice on specific days, and it’s been that way for decades, under every administration, every party, every war.  It’s morale food. The military does it on: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Marine Corps Birthday, Deployment send‑offs, Deployment returns, and occasionally Fridays on carriers......

This is the clearest sign that you have never served, never deployed, and never worn combat boots. Try keeping to something you have experience at and it's not "math" either. 
 
 

 

When we would see that occassional meal we would start worrying about where we may be sent. 

when do the troops eat steak and lobster
AI OverviewUS military troops are typically served steak and lobster (or similar surf-and-turf meals) to boost morale during significant milestones, such as holidays, special base events, or as a "last meal" before, or during, high-risk, long-term deployments
. It is common to see these meals served on Friday or Sunday nights at large overseas bases. 
Key Occasions for "Surf and Turf":

• Pre-Deployment: Widely considered a "last meal" tradition before units deploy to active combat zones.
• Holiday/Special Events: Served to raise spirits during major holidays or milestone anniversaries (e.g., Marine Corps Birthday).
• During Deployment: While in war zones (e.g., Iraq/Afghanistan), it was common for major operating bases (FOBs) to serve these meals weekly to boost morale.
• Operational Milestones: Often served when a deployment is extended or to mark the end of a difficult mission.