I tell Mark I'm glad to see some cup holders were left in place. I recognize the brief, polite silence that follows. It's Mark Roman rendered mute by the fullness of my ignorance. They're rifle holders.
In the book "Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at War" by Mary Roach, the author shares a humorous moment where she mistakenly identifies rifle holders as cup holders. This highlights her lighthearted approach to exploring the complexities of military life and equipment. The interaction with Mark showcases her naivety about military tools, drawing attention to how such misunderstandings can occur when discussing specialized subjects.
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