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'Last of the Blue and Gray' takes on fraudulent Civil War vets

Written By Unknown on Sunday, October 20, 2013 | 8:27 AM

Richard A. Serrano's book examines early conmen who falsely claimed military service to draw financial benefits and undeserved recognition in a ruse that continues to this day.



If one ever needed proof that we live in a warrior culture, look no further than those who have falsely claimed military experience, from two-bit conmen to politicians and corporate leaders adding undeserved gravitas to their resumes. It is an attempt to steal glory, a recognition that much of the American public holds a special regard for those who have served.



via Books - latimes.com http://feeds.latimes.com/~r/features/books/~3/v3129zCotUI/la-ca-jc-richard-serrano-20131020,0,3042225.story

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