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Any Good Coffee on our Military State Side Bases?
Just curious, I was discharged in 1973 so I have been out of the GI coffee loop for awhile.
I donated a Zass grinder to a soldier I know leaving for Afganistan. I just couldn't stand the thought of him having to drink what I think they offer them.
I donated a Zass grinder to a soldier I know leaving for Afganistan. I just couldn't stand the thought of him having to drink what I think they offer them.
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