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
After almost four years of war, many soldiers are exhausted and desertion rates are rising.
From BBC ● Dec. 14, 2025
Her father’s desertion dealt a crushing blow to Barbara, who adored him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2025
After my father’s desertion, my mother’s ardently religious disposition dominated the household and I was often taken to Sunday school where I met God’s representative in the guise of a tall, black preacher.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
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