how can i join the military if.....?

Question

ive wanted to join the military ever since i was a kid when i started high scholl i joined the JROTC and elevated to the rank of Battalion Command Sergeant Major 3rd in commmand of about 500+ student when recruiters would go to school i always asked but never really answered me as soon as i told them that i were and orthopedic leg i gone through many things troughout my life i would give anything to join the military this country has given my parents and i all we could imagine i just want to give a little back it does make me mad when kids that ARE born here say that the war is a waste of time and even Adults we live in a free country but we have to fight to keep it free
so my question is
is it possible for me to join any military branch one way or another please be honest and please no comment stating THAT THE MILITARY IS A WASTE OF TIME

I SALUTE THE MEN AND WOMEN THAT ARE SERVING TO PROTECT THE FREEDOM

if not the military is their a way i could for them

DoD any others

Answer 1

cab veteran you prick. Some people don't care about their grammar and spelling when posting crap on the web, so don't give him **** and call him stupid. Ignorant cock monger. Anyways. Dude, I'm sorry to say, but you have an orthopedic leg...you have to have all limbs to join the branches, you might try Navy or Air Force, and you might be able to get waivered in, but I highly doubt it. Department of Defense is a possibility, other than that I wouldn't know any other place you could go. Civilian contracting maybe. But you should go into a recruiter's office and ask them, if they turn you down, ask another recruiter, keep going. You seem to be pretty dedicated man, keep trying...

Answer 2

do everything you can to make it clear to the recruiters that your are just as capable as anyone else and if push came to shove, tell them wort case in battle is, someone shoots you in the leg and you won't even know the difference. If you want some encouragement for people with prosthetic legs in the military, read the book SCARECROW by Matthew Reilly. specifically focus on the character "Mother." When the book is all said and done, you will understand that sometimes it's the physically disabled who are more able than the physically fit. (Hint: there is an event with a shark at the tale end of the book that is pretty darn funny. not to mention Mother is one psychotic yet tough marine with alot of heart, and one bad attitude.) Enjoy and GOOD LUCK!!

Answer 3

I do not believe that you are eligible for enlistment in any branch of the military at this time. If you still are strong in your desire to help the military, I suggest getting your college degree and a job in support of them. The militayr uses civilians in many very critical support roles, with research and computer operations probably being two of the biggest.

You can also go work for the motor pool or mess hall without the college degree, but there is no real future in that. The degree option will allow you to support the militayr like you want, and still have a decent future and life for yourself.

Answer 4

Very good. It is good to see that there are some people out in this country that have the moral turpitude to say things that many on this board find unpopular.

I would suggest actually visiting a military recruiting station and talking to a guidance counselor (at your school) and discuss your feelings honestly and openly with them. I am sure they could give you some good ideas.

Another thing you can do (it sounds hokey, but it really is a good avenue to explore) is to write letters to your 2 Senators and Congressman explaining what it is that you want to do and what you have gone through and see if they can help. I think you might be surprised at what they can do for a person.

Good luck.

Answer 5

That would make it very difficult to complete basic training. You could ask a recruiter about the possibility of getting a waiver. They are allowing prior service to remain in the military with prosthetic devices now. i know of a couple people who have been allowed to remain in the military to finish out their careers if they want to. One is an airman who has only been in about 4 years (wearing a prosthetic leg) and another in the Army with a prosthetic leg who went for a run with the president. I'm sure there are many, many more. Again they are prior service and have already completed basic and technical training.

Answer 6

An orthopedic device of any sort will more than likely disqualify your for military service.

There are other ways to serve your country and support your military. Go to school with the goal of working as a civilian in a government position. Most bases stateside have begun to hire local civilians for everything from housing matinence to computers to x-ray techs and even nurse practioners.

Another possiblity is volunteering with the USO and the Red Cross. Both orginizations do a great deal to support military members and their families and are always looking for more help!

Thank you for wanting to help my husband and all the other men and women who sacrifice a normal, 9-5 life to ensure our safety and freedom. It is the military's loss.

Answer 7

the air rigidity has larger criteria, yet particularly i understand someone with a GED who enlisted into the AF. there is not any reason to frown upon the military, each little thing has a stereotype and subsequently you mustn't pay interest at the same time as human beings inform you the air rigidity is "ordinary" bc it truly isn't. Sounds to me it truly is priceless to seek for suggestion from with some recruiters, yet be warned i have heard many stuff about the military, marines, and nationwide take care of recruiters being very pushy. on the different hand i understand from adventure that the air rigidity isn't pushy in any respect. So do not bypass visit a marine recruiter and enable him communicate you into signing some thing with out postpone!! in my opinion, the air rigidity is the right thanks to bypass!

Answer 8

I'm sorry brother, all the services require that you have all your limbs. I know it sounds rough, but it's the honest truth and you deserve that. It's a liability issue. If you want to serve your country, look at getting a DoD job, we have a fine civilian corps serving their country. They do alot of jobs taking care of Soldier's, Marines, Sailors and Airmen doing support, upper level of maintenance, admin, medical etc. Good luck.

I wonder how the military is a waste of time? Got a two year degree paid for by the Army and paying for my Bachelor's degree. Got a great job that I enjoy (Air Traffic Controller). Yup, a great waste of time. :/

Thank you for the support. Next time you see a military member, thank them and shake their hand.

Answer 9

Thank You for wanting to join the military and for your last comment at the end of your statement. You might need a waiver for your leg from a doctor that is qualified in orthopedic surgery to show that you can handle basic training, because that is the rough part. GOOD LUCK!!!!

Answer 10

It will be difficult, I won't say impossible, but very difficult. You will have to be persistant, have ALL your ducks in a row, and show that you can overcome any limts set by your prostesis and still meet the physical standards. Your biggest hurdle will be getting a recruiter to take a serious look at you - theirs is a numbers game. It doesn't refelect well on their record when they send folks to MEPPS that are disqualified. With the Services getting leaner and meaner so to speak - they are going to get pickier about who they accept, which mean recruiters will be even more picky.

There are examples of soldiers who have lost limbs, went through rehab and returned to combat duty, in our current operations in the Middle East. Research these cases and cite them when you keep on applying.