Not a surprise in the least, there are some great guys who would go all out for those who they serve with but at the same time the military culture is one which is steeped in excessive alcohol consumption and violence. It is generally kept under wraps in the mess but something like that doesn't really surprise me when it comes to military appreciation at a public venue.
There is a whole set of military laws which need to be adhered to when wearing a uniform and people have gotten charged for less than being stupid drunk. Frankly I think some people will have a meeting with a RSM based upon what you are saying.
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