Review of Standard Operating Procedure (2008) by Amanda F — 12 May 2008

Interesting. Disturbing. Confirmed my belief that I'm not military material.

This review of Standard Operating Procedure (2008) was written by Amanda F on 12 May 2008.

Standard Operating Procedure has generally received positive reviews.

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