A fact that might surprise many people is that all but fourteen U.S. presidents have
served in the country's military. In fact, three of the four presidents on Mount Rushmore
had military experience. Among the great presidents willing to sacrifice their lives for their
country were Washington, Eisenhower, and Grant. Then, like today, each president,
regardless of experience, was required to fill the role of Commander in Chief of the
nation's military. It would not be surprising if most people's lists of the greatest presidents
were filled entirely with those with military experience.
The author suggests most people's lists of the greatest presidents would include only
those with military experience. What belief might be underlying that claim?
The role of Commander in Chief should be held by a military officer rather than the president.
People should educate themselves about which presidents opted out of military service.
A person who has served in the military is more capable of commanding the country's military.