Why would he lie? He did what he needed to do. If there is to be punishment for that, then so be it. This is why our military is the greatest in the world. We have some values that allow us to stand up when we believe in something, and take the punishment given if we deserve it. We don't cower and lie about stuff to get away with it.

Now, before you go off on a little rant, remember there are always exceptions to the rule when you are dealing with humans. But for the most part, the American military has values that most people do not.