> The German men and women in Afghanistan set off for war without the support of the populace, and they know that when they return there won’t be crowds cheering in the streets, ready to make heroes of them. Germany has turned its back on hero worship. The soldiers fight alone.
liquidm: I don't know how I stand on the issue, but I do think the article seemed to be biased towards a USA culture of soldier support. I wish that the article could have elaborated more on German citizen's take on the phenomenon.