There is so much true heroism like that going on in the Iraq and Afghanistan theater of operations every day, but it is almost never remarked upon. What bothers me the most is that the press overtly ignores all of the humanitarian work that the troops over there accomplish. Most of the units I was stationed with made it a priority to be involved in the community, whether Stateside (in the US) or overseas and especially in combat zones. There are so many families and children affected by the war and the troops do what they can, with their own money and labor when they are off duty, to help them. Thankfully, there are also some church congregations around military bases which help provide funds and materials for the troops' efforts. I may not have a very good opinion of organized religion for the most part, but that is one thing that I admire and respect very much.

Sorry if that came off ranty. *blushes* Does the press there in the UK do the same thing, or do you get articles and stories about the gamut of things that go on?