Yes.

Here's a hint: it's not just about "recruitment".

Speaking of, I remember some folks of a certain political bent saying that the "wars" would hurt recruiting. They were just as wrong then as they were about "the Surge" of the summer of 2007. But they won't ever admit when they're wrong. EVER.

You need to read up on your history to understand why not. Google the name "John Philip Sousa".

Funny how you would "kill any of the bands" in the military. I bet you wouldn't dare touch some of the commercial filth that passes as "bands" in popular culture.