I am fully aware of Colonel Roberts’ qualifications.
Roberts knew full well the Oath. There is a distinct difference between intent and protocol. Roberts understood the separation, and decided to attack the protocol instead of the intent. This is most unfortunate. Had General Washington been in the court room, he would have grabbed Roberts by the ear and tossed him out onto the street.
In terms of military valor and service, Colonel Roberts is the better of either of us. Your belittling of him based on your own personal prejudices speaks very poorly of you.