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As with most Steve Earle songs this is simple to explain. Its sung as though by a WW2 USAF pilot verses 1-3.
In verse 4 it is revealed that its actually being sang by a Vietnam Vet comparing his homecoming to his grandfathers.
References G.I. loan - US govt. loan made to ex servicemen after the war. P47 - WW2 US fighter aircraft Purple Hearts - medals awarded for wounds
As with most Steve Earle songs this is simple to explain. Its sung as though by a WW2 USAF pilot verses 1-3.
In verse 4 it is revealed that its actually being sang by a Vietnam Vet comparing his homecoming to his grandfathers.
References G.I. loan - US govt. loan made to ex servicemen after the war. P47 - WW2 US fighter aircraft Purple Hearts - medals awarded for wounds