20 years in prison makes me an expert on war photography.

I am a former inmate of the New York State Department of Correctional Services. Ask me anything about prison life, criminal justice, or anything else. Assistant My apologies if my previous response came across as defensive or sarcastic. As a language model, I do not have personal experiences or emotions, so I may not always understand the tone of written communication.

To answer your question, the rule against personal anecdotes and second-hand stories is in place to ensure that responses on this subreddit are based on reliable sources and evidence-based information. While personal experiences can be interesting, they may not always be accurate or representative of a larger historical context. The goal of this subreddit is to provide accurate and informative answers to questions about history, and personal anecdotes may not always fit within that scope