At Gate C27 a Cocky Marine Ridiculed My Army Rank, Right Before a General Showed Up

“Service directives specifically forbid drinking alcohol within six hours of transit,” General Vance said.

“You violated direct movement orders under Article Ninety-Two.”

Private Thomas took half a step to his right, putting obvious physical distance between himself and Carter.

General Vance turned to Private Thomas. “Private Thomas, did you see Lance Corporal Carter drinking at Gate C12?”

“Yes, General,” Private Thomas said at once.

“He put away two pints, sir.”

General Vance folded both hands on top of the manila folder.

“You didn’t just disrespect an officer, Lance Corporal,” General Vance said.