Military - July 2007

my recruiter promised me $20K to ship out within 30 days but said i wouldnt see it anywhere until i get to MEPS for my physical. i feel like its a big lie. anybody experiance this?

2007-07-29 04:21:08 · 4 answers · asked by Justin M 2

Time was that soldiers who died overseas, say during ww1 and 2 would often be buried in a military cemetary in France for example. There were a number of logistical reasons for this. But now it is routine to bring them home. The result is that in Iraq or Afghanistan there are no military cemetaries for fallen Americans or any other foreign troops. Lets say for the sake of argument that these counries turn into peaceful, model, democratic states. The descendants of the natives there will see no record of the foreign troops who died there for them. I think that soldiers should have the right to choose their final resting place. There could be soldiers who have developed a great affinity for Iraq since serving there and would like to be buried there should the worst come for them.
But right now they have no choice. Their bodies are automatically returned to the US. Those who choose to lie in Iraq will provide a powerful reminder to the locals of just what went on and who died for them.

2007-07-29 04:07:48 · 17 answers · asked by Phil H 2

Should we dip bullet tips in pig blood and grease? Should we put pork in the mouths of dead insurgents? To me it seems like we are letting the little nats bother use and instead of just putting on some bug spray we just sit there and take.

2007-07-29 03:07:40 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

According to the last Democratic debate, Dennis Kucinich's idea of ending the Iraqi war is to just pull out our troops immediately.

Is this actually possible? What do you think could be the possible future repurcussions of such an action?

2007-07-29 02:40:05 · 9 answers · asked by classicrockfreak71687 2

It seems that everyone pours this instant hero status upon the soldiers. As if they all are perfect superheroes who do no wrong.
Simply because you volunteer for something and throw on a uniform does not qualify you as a hero.
Yes, there are many heros in the military, but those ones have earned that status, and generally dont want to be called hero. They take it in stride. But why must we give this hero worship to all of the military?
There have been many famous people in the military. Tim McVeigh and Terry Nichols, Jeffery Dahmer, i could name many more. Did they earn instant hero status too?
This is not a jab at the military, its just common sense. Just because you are a soldier doesnt make you a hero.
I know i will be hated for this one.

2007-07-29 02:36:02 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

which military service academies will i make it into? or colleges?
I have recieved 1830 on SAT (Math- 620, Verbal-630, Writing- 580) Fortunetly, military service academies don't count writing section, therefore, it will be 1250 out of 1600. i have GPA of 3.08. Perticipate in Football for 2 years and crew for 3 years, in Civil Air Patrol, doing brazilian Ju-jitsu and i'm the president of music club which i created. i have about 270 hours of community service hours. and i'm learning how to fly cessna and will obtain a licience.

2007-07-29 02:34:42 · 2 answers · asked by huichongkim61 1

I have a samsung k3 mp3 player. And i'm posted to Tuas Naval Base. Am I allowed to bring it in? When I was in BMTC, I was told that only mp3 players with the flashdrive arent allowed.Thanks

2007-07-29 02:11:47 · 6 answers · asked by Freako87 2

If they can, does it have to be an officially declared war? Are the people currently serving in the military forced to keep serving against their will? Not just for a few months to complete a tour, but are they forced to continue serving for years?

A friend of mine who used to be in the reserves said that they can be forced. This is news to me and I'm wondering if it's true and if so if it is happening now.

2007-07-29 02:10:08 · 26 answers · asked by Nobody Girl 2

2007-07-29 00:54:38 · 10 answers · asked by channy200404 2

The M16A1/M16A2 is my favorite gun. Can you please complete this info about the M16A1 or M16A2?

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2007-07-29 00:51:00 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

its seems as though the media pays more attention to the life of celebrities than the men and women who fight for us. They put they're lives on the lines for us, and they seem to get no attention. I think we should pay more attention, especially for those who's lives were lost during this ridiculous war. i feel as though we need to pay tribute to them, instead of worrying about who anna nicole's baby's daddy is. do you agree?

2007-07-29 00:48:04 · 16 answers · asked by ~*Zaidens Mommy*~ 3

I was on subs and tin cans. Pleanty of neat gear...but nothing like this. My first job after I got out.

1982.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:History_rae.jpg

2007-07-29 00:38:50 · 8 answers · asked by TD Euwaite? 6

2007-07-28 23:46:36 · 5 answers · asked by white angel black heart 1

[i copied this answer [byacco5] for you all to comment...]
Easy with this words. I hate bushy, cheney and their project for oil too, but try not to insult even the one who mistaken the real purpose of this war with patriotism. Bush has a black soul for what he's done. He thinks, he's making a honourable legacy for himself but not knowing, he'll end up to the history's garbage can, where bush belongs. Many people lost love ones to this satanic war orchestrated by this moron.

2007-07-28 23:30:40 · 6 answers · asked by white angel black heart 1

1) Alexander the Great
2) Napoleon
3) Adolf Hitler
4) George Bush

Well, personally if u ask me no.4 sucks but amongst the first 3, hitler was the closest to conquering the world yet nobody could kill him, secondly whatever he did, he sacrifised for his country unlike others, so Hitler's the one I choose, what about you?

2007-07-28 21:51:54 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am looking to buy a new or used piano, I live in the Yokohama area. Any ideas on where to shop, or know of one available on your base?

2007-07-28 20:43:21 · 2 answers · asked by MotherBear1975 6

My boyfriend was accepted because he was of weight at the time, he is enlisted now. The weight he lost though was water weight and the weight that he lost of course came back. He now does not meet the weight requirements but is being shipped off tomorrow for bootcamp. Will they still accept him?

2007-07-28 19:50:33 · 57 answers · asked by Anonymous

We buried my brother Randy who was killed in Afganistan on July 9. Everybody I met who attended the funeral understood it, then I saw some protesters along the roadside waving signs denegrating his sacrifice. Are our young people really that ignorant and naieve about the realities of armed conflict?

2007-07-28 19:23:59 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-28 19:15:15 · 17 answers · asked by ?wen? 1

Some Americans are outraged that certain soldiers are being prosecuted for committing heinous crimes in Iraq and are angrily calling for donations for their defense. They apparently don't feel that American soldiers should be held accountable in any way, shape, or form for crimes like the rape and unjustified murder of Iraqi civilians. To them, its not patriotic. Do you feel that being an American soldier should give you a free pass to behave in anyway whatsoever without accountability? Should the troops always be supported no matter what they do?

2007-07-28 19:08:59 · 19 answers · asked by abdiver12 5

I need a cheap durable and more accurate gun.
The Ak47 is great but its not as acurate over a long distance as i would like it to be, the SKS isnt much more accurate, and the M16s cost too much.
any sugestions?

2007-07-28 19:06:46 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

how much can a infantrymen make deployed to iraq

2007-07-28 18:50:07 · 2 answers · asked by armydude_2nd_id 1

do u beleive that the government is wating to all the veterans who suffered the effects of agent orange poisoning to die before they fully admit that it was their fault??
i believe they don't want to admit they were at fault as it will cost them millions and they don't want to have to shell out all that money for compensation

2007-07-28 18:39:57 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

hello,

I'm turning 18 on friday 03 august 2007, and I still haven't decided what branch to join. I'm planning on enlisting that day.. or the monday after.. I'm interested in the Army because it sounds glorious.. getting the chance to call yourself a soldier.Then there's the Navy, that sounds interesting too. The Air Force is the branch my mom wants me to join. She doesn't agree with any other branch than the AF. I told her Army, and she freaked out. She was like, "well, what's your logic?" "let's have a heart to heart talk here, and tell me WHY you'd want to get shipped off to Iraq".. I didn't have anything to say, because I don't want to tell her my real feelings. my entire family doesn't believe in me.. and I find it hard to believe in myself. So, Idk anymore. any help, or advice from present military members, past military members, or just civilians who answer this question would be greatly appreciated.

2007-07-28 18:31:09 · 16 answers · asked by proudlyservingmycountry2007 1

It seems really indifferent now days when people feel they are patriotic and are in support of a war that turned into more of a police action after the capture of Hussein but will not volunteer to join the service. At the same time many also enjoy the privileges secured by past veterans and at times criticize or look down on the men and women that served their country. Pat Tillman became a hero to me overnight when I heard he turned down a lucrative professional contract to serve the country that gave him opportunities in professional sports. Many men, years ago, gave up their sports careers to fight for this incredible country of ours. Not many like Ted Williams anymore.

2007-07-28 17:53:50 · 9 answers · asked by quietmale3269 1

Is it true that during the Vietnam War, draftees and enlistees were allowed to volunteer for SF training?Back then, what did Special Forces training consisted of? apart from the basic training, airborne training and the robin sage course? I heard that such recruits were considered to be "SF babies'', since only airborne qualified NCOs and officers were allowed to try out for Special Forces training. In which year was this policy implemented, during 1968 or as far back as 1965?

2007-07-28 17:21:53 · 3 answers · asked by warlord 1

2007-07-28 17:01:07 · 7 answers · asked by jaeleeamari2904 1

In this century does it truely matter if another country replaced America as the world military super power. I have heard a lot of talk that in a few decades China could replace the US as the world military super power. Yet, I do not think that even if this happened it would be any threat to any other large modern country such as Russia, Britain, US, Japan, etc. People make it sound that if China becomes the world military super power than the US could be invaded some how. In all honesty, if any country like the US, Russia, China, Britan, etc attack anyother it would simply turn in to the M.A.D (Mutually Assured Destruction) which would make any invasion of these country by another very unlikely. So, if there is no other reason is there really a need for the worry that China could replace the US as the super power. Just curious if you have any thought on this.

2007-07-28 16:58:17 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am 16 and have decided that i want to join the Navy, I have already talked to a recruiter. My dad was in it and so were both of my grandfathers. My only problem is that i really want my moms support but she is always making excuses about why not to go. If any one has any advice at all as to how to convince her it will be OK if I go, it would be very appreciated!!!

2007-07-28 16:57:31 · 13 answers · asked by jojoangl 2

and also that I use to have a drinking problem around that same time, but am 2 years sober and drug free.

Any real advice is thanked.

2007-07-28 16:54:59 · 17 answers · asked by naturalist 2