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Vision Issues

During World War II, selective service wasn’t always so selective. My nearsighted friend went before the draft board to explain just how poor his vision was. "If I lose my glasses, I won’t be able to see at all," he told them.

"Don’t you worry," replied the sergeant in charge. "When we attack, we’ll stick you in front of the battalion. You won’t miss a thing."

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