Don, I did some research and your fears about having someone who has not served making decisions are unfounded. Good news for you and your concerns.
Mr. Rumsfeld attended Princeton University on academic and NROTC scholarships (A.B., 1954) and served in the U.S. Navy (1954-57) as an aviator and flight instructor. In 1957, he transferred to the Ready Reserve and continued his Naval service in flying and administrative assignments as a drilling reservist until 1975.[?]
Of course maybe Rummy will step down and Ollie North can take his place? I'm sure you will support that given his military experience.
Thanks for caring so much Don.