One of the instructors at Camp Currie, the Supply Sergeant’s fatherly manner belies the extensive military experience that the ribbons on his uniform spell out for those who can read their code. When he advises Johnnie to tailor his own uniform and provides him the materials for this work, he teaches an important lesson about discipline and responsibility.
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Supply Sergeant Character Timeline in Starship Troopers
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Chapter 4
...he once received a too-large tunic for parade. On this occasion, he complains to the supply sergeant . Because of his fatherly manner—and Johnnie’s inability to interpret his award ribbons—Johnnie thinks of...
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