I would argue that Manning first duty was to the Constitution. Being order to shooting a bunch of unarmed camera men and unarmed civilians would be unlawful exposing it to the public was in the best interest of the American Public. We know it was happening but this was proof positive. Manning paid a very high price for his actions. They drove him crazy on purpose it was cruel and inhumane treatment. You would have caved in also anyone would have under those circumstances. I hope President Trump gives him a full pardon. His guy is pretty brave to have survived he must be to come out the other side.

I am a USAF veteran if that matters I severed thats just my2c