desertion
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But it has been rocked by several scandals, including hundreds of reports of desertion.
From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026
The charges included voluntary surrender, attempting to voluntarily surrender and desertion from a military unit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 22, 2025
Her father’s desertion dealt a crushing blow to Barbara, who adored him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2025
The Franklin Institute acquired the plane in 1933, when Bergdoll was living as a fugitive in Germany, to which he had fled after his conviction for desertion.
From New York Times ● Nov. 29, 2024
His desertion of her, his long forgetfulness, could not be forgiven in a moment because of his need.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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