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Army veteran Derek “Benny” Bennett, who spent 25 years as a member of the armed forces, said the “scars” service personnel carried from “less talked-about” wars were just as real as those experienced by former soldiers who fought in more prominent conflicts.

In Glasgow’s George Square, mourners joined veterans and current service personnel in laying wreaths, with a guard of honour presented by representatives of the Royal Navy.

Though some residents are miffed, many more said they take the traffic, parking restrictions and presence of Secret Service personnel in stride.

Harris’ supporters and detractors agree on one thing: The Secret Service personnel were courteous and professional — and residents felt safer with them around.

Many gay service personnel were dismissed, lost out on job opportunities, and were shunned by families and friends.