2006-07-22 16:58:56 · 24 answers · asked by Jamez 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Financial Aid
No
2006-07-22 17:01:12 · answer #1 · answered by brenda4ever 6 · 10⤊ 19⤋
The Army is a very good option for many people, and a question worth asking. In addition to getting money to help with college, you will gain discipline, learn to plan and execute missions, get training in one or more techical fields, travel, meet lots of new people, have free healthcare, and get rid of the constant worry about what to wear everyday.... On the down side, you will not have a choice about where you travel, or who you meet/associate with on a daily basis, you lose a lot of control over your life and your decisions, and, of course the biggy -- you agree to willingly go into dangerous and potentially deadly situations. It can be a great experience, a challenge that changes your life for the better. Or you can end up dead, or permanently diabled in some horrible fashion. Odds are, you'll make it through and be better for the experience, BUT, don't do it if you can't accept the risk that you'll be one of the unlucky ones. The decision is yours - take a good look at your other options, and if you're otherwise facing a life with no opportunities, then I would say 'go for it.' Good luck.
2006-07-22 17:08:02 · answer #2 · answered by materfamilia 2 · 11⤊ 2⤋
I think it's entirely up to you. If you're very sure about going, then you wouldn't ask this question in the first place, right? Because it sounds to me like you're having second thoughts. I have some friends who joined the army and returned after 18 months. From what i've been told, several people were stationed at one particular place, some of those people ended up getting cancer. It was believed it was not coincidental. My friend had her leg blown up. She was lucky she didn't lose her leg, but she has rat poison running through her veins for the next 5 years. I'm not kidding. I'm not trying to discourage you, because it can be quite an experience and can make you grow as a person. However, you also have to consider both good and bad aspects about the army. I would do a little more research and ask people who have served the army and see what they have to say about their experiences. All the best to you! Quite frankly, though, if you really wanted to know my opinion, I would say "no."
2006-07-22 17:06:31 · answer #3 · answered by sunny 3 · 15⤊ 2⤋
The army has some good points and bad points.
1. Rank comes fairly quick
2. Guarntee you what you want Career postion.
3. They pay for everything but your books while you are in school.
1. Lots of BS
2. You will serve overseas (active could be anywhere)
2006-07-22 17:10:41 · answer #4 · answered by wicked jester 4 · 7⤊ 1⤋
Not unless you are really prepared for the possibility of having to kill people and maybe dying or getting injured really badly yourself. Of course the army is going to try to lure you with all of the benefits but when it boils down to it, when the US is at war, and you get shipped out you have a good chance of being KILLED or maimed for life as well as being responsible for the deaths of HUMAN BEINGS who may or may not be innocent in all of this.
2006-07-22 17:03:31 · answer #5 · answered by nquizzitiv 5 · 5⤊ 2⤋
only as a last resort for a job....being a soldier is extremely stressfull emotionally, physically and psychologically. and you have to know that in these days, you'll probably be sent to war, meaning you'll have to come to terms with the fact that you could die and leave your loved ones behind, or become so critically injured that it will change your life forever. not to mention the vivid images of war that will forever be etched in your mind. to be honest, i don't see any ~real~ benefits of joining...
2006-07-22 18:55:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 1⤋
Only if you talk to someone who has served. Do not listen to the recruiter. Some people are happy with their choice, others aren't.
Think it over carefully, because once you are in, you can't just quit.
2006-07-22 17:08:55 · answer #7 · answered by wolfmusic 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Honestly these people are wrong, you have more of the chance of dying in the United started than dying over seas.the fact is that there is people who kill people from stupid mistakes in a car crash.also you are trained so good that the possibility of you dying is low.yes there is a chance but the chance is 1to 50000-60000
2013-11-18 10:55:24 · answer #8 · answered by Will Mercurio 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Absolutely!!! It's a great experience and I have never regretted my time served. Yes, there is war going on on right now and many people think it is unsafe to join. Personally, I'm a believer if it's your time to go, it's your time to go.
I remember when my Battalion went to Bosnia the statistics showed we had a better chance of being struck by lightning in our backyard than being KIA over there. So as far as danger goes I think it's minimal if it's compared to other things like DUI accidents or something. Anyways, just thought I'd throw that in there because that seems to be the big deterrent these days.
Highlights:
1. Free Clothing that is almost impossible to stain with food droppings.
2. Free "skid proof" underwear. (brown)
3. Free Eyeglasses and birth control all in one package. (Superman Specs, BC's)
4. Learn to get yelled at and take it. (helps with marriage later in life)
5. Excellent health club benefits with personal trainers.
Some people have the intestinal fortitude for Army life and some don't, look deep inside yourself and decide if you are hero material or just another person.
2006-07-22 17:17:14 · answer #9 · answered by Gurungus 3 · 27⤊ 3⤋
NO! Join the Air Force!!
2006-07-22 21:05:39 · answer #10 · answered by Jackal 4 · 7⤊ 3⤋
yes! despite what some people say, the army is a good thing to join. they teach you new skills and you have this little support group whenever you need it.
2006-07-22 17:02:25 · answer #11 · answered by brainlessbandit 5 · 4⤊ 3⤋