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Hey Army Vets, we have a looney, self described, military expert claiming the CIB is a participation trophy.
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If an IED goes off three blocks from where you are sitting eating Apple Jacks, are you in "combat"?Huey » 17 minutes ago » wrote: ↑ AI Overview
In the US Army, being "engaged in combat" means actively participating in a physical confrontation, direct-fire fight, or tactical engagement with an enemy force to achieve a specific mission. This involves using direct/indirect fire to destroy or neutralize threats, adhering to Rules of Engagement (ROE) that authorize force based on hostile acts or intent