I really want to join the army but Im afraid they will not accept me because im not in perfect fit shape and very short . I hear lots of things about women being in the army is it as bad as some people say it is? Is it harder for women to join?
2006-08-17 08:22:51 · 26 answers · asked by texas_minor85 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
I don't know anything about it, but good for you. :-)
2006-08-17 08:28:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was in the Army for 11 years and it was great. As far as your physical ability they'll take care of that while you're in basic training. As long as you follow rules and can listen to orders you'll do fine. Let me tell you though, if you want to make it a career I would join the Air Force they are a lot better on their enlisted people than any other branch, and when I was stationed with some in England, they got extra money because the barracks we lived in weren't up to the Air Force's high standards. As far as we were concerned, Army, they were great because everyone had their own bathrooms in their rooms - some even had bathtubs, and all the rooms were carpeted another plus I had never seen at any other locations, so go for it. And make sure you ask lots of questions, like if you've already been taking college and have any student loan debt get them to pay it off for you, and see if their are any good incentives like a signing bonus. Good Luck.
2006-08-17 09:12:27 · answer #2 · answered by sfcduggan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
haha sorry 13 12 months previous women can't connect the protection rigidity.... you are able to connect with father and mom permission at 17 or on your person at 18... women persons can do lots in the army yet are nevertheless no longer allowed to serve in the infantry or any interest rapidly regarding wrestle.... If I have been you identification seem into protection rigidity police in case you like a extreme p.c.. interest that's additionally stable for once you go out the protection rigidity.
2016-10-02 05:10:33 · answer #3 · answered by chauarria 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't listen to what some people say. If they hate it, that doesn't mean you are gonna hate it. They are just a bunch of wussies. Military is not for everyone. As you can see from what some people are saying here. I have a friend, she's a female and she loves the Army. If she can do it, any girl can do it. Once you are in training, u will do good.
Air Force does treat people better and they do have better housing facilities(Bases). But they don't gurantee jobs and they are getting rid of people.
2006-08-17 09:41:55 · answer #4 · answered by Smiles_187 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think they can afford to have standards at the moment, they're offering huge signing bonuses in fact for people who join. I would find a place where recruiters are standing outside of a mall or university campus and kind of walk up like you're not really interested but just listening to be polite. Let them do their shpeal and don't act at all interested, believe me they'll talk your ear off, then let them get your contact information and leave. When they call you, and they will, let them do their shpeal again but don't sign up for anything just let them talk and in the end tell them you'll think it over for a few days. They'll keep offering you more and more, the third time go as far as coming in to their office if you're still interested. You should get a pretty sweet deal that way.
Now, on the othe hand, you may want to consider what you'll be doing for them.
2006-08-17 08:33:39 · answer #5 · answered by Hans B 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
There is a woman in my husbands plt. that is 4'9" and many of the recruiters will help you I mean you might be in better shape then you think you are and if you aren't then you have something that motivate you... I don't think that it's harder for women to join... like I said just work with the recruiter
Good Luck and I hope you get in!
2006-08-17 10:30:43 · answer #6 · answered by A_Soldiers_Wife 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was in the Army, stationed @ Ft. Bliss, TX I did my training in Missouri. All I can say is I loved it and every day since I've been out (6 years) I missed it and debate whether to go back but I have a 1 year old and a 14 yr old that keep me from going. but hey, if you want more info e-mail me at peaceful215@yahoo.com
2006-08-17 08:57:35 · answer #7 · answered by peaceful215 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not the army! Join the airforce, much better conditrions. Regardless of which you join, though-wait till AFTER the war.
Army boot camp is tougher that air force boot camp, and if you are not in shape now, you will be after army boot camp.
2006-08-17 08:30:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was in the Navy and i loved it up until the time I got married and started a family. It just seemed to be too much all at once. I would visit each branches recruiting offices and talk to the recruiters and decide what branch of service would suit you best.
2006-08-17 08:29:59 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
oh no! join the military! they need more of us in the army! i dont think it matters if your short, but you do have to pass the standards on weight. I dont think its harder for women to join. Its not bad, you get free healthcare, and dentalcare, and if your young you might even get a scholorship! its great, and as you progress and get promoted, the pay gets higher and higher, my dad is a CW5, and boy does he have it made! you should really join the army,
If you join YOU ROCK!
2006-08-17 08:29:39 · answer #10 · answered by ? 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
well u need to be taller then 5' 6" i think. also women cant be in the infentry, armor, or artillary. u dont need to be in perfect shape thats there job. i plan on takeing ROTC in collage and becomeing an officer, mabee you could look into that. women can still be medics, helicoptor piolets, quartermasters, and really anything else execpt the 3 up there, and special forces. hope i could help.
2006-08-17 08:58:45 · answer #11 · answered by _ 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋