For people who are in or where in the Service?

Question

Hello i am 14 years old, and lately i have been thinking about joining the service. My brother is in the Marines, so i guess thats why. However, i dont know if it is for me. I know that i still have quite a few years but i would just like some personal opinions. I am a girl, and i was wondering if it is really really hard for them. If you could please comment back i would be really grateful! Also, good luck! to everyone. Does anyone have any idea how i could help the soldiers over in Iraq? I would like to send them something nice if i could.

thanks

Answer 1

The best suggestions that I have are to check out the JROTC in your school. If your school doesn't have JROTC, perhaps you can help get it started.

Another idea is to take a road trip to any military installations in your area and see what is happening there.

I can only recommend the military. I retired after 20 years in the Army, and thought that it was great. My uncle retired from the USAF and doesn't regret having spent 25 years doing that. Both of my brothers were in (USAF and USN) and they both enjoyed their time, and got the education that they needed for the civilian world.

The training and education available in the military are only limited by how far YOU want to take it. The military is not for everyone, and I'll be the first to say it. Unfortunately, looking at it from the outside is not the same as being involved. Even the JROTC will only give you a taste of what military life CAN be like. You have to be in for the full experience. The good thing about that is that the enlistment periods (at least for the Army) start at 2 years. Most are 3-4 years, which in the long run, isn't that long. You can get the training you want, the education you need, and see some of the world.

As far as the troops that are deployed, you can send them books/video tapes/cds/dvds/letters/small gifts by contact the local Red Cross. There is also a variety of websites that can assist you in sending letters/cards to deployed servicemembers or allow you to post your message directly on a web board.

Thanks for thinking of us, and good luck.

Answer 2

The military is a good career for any young person. I highly recommend the U.S. Army. I was in for 4 years and it was the best time of my life. I learned alot, met lots of great people and got to see the world. You have some time to think about which direction you would like to take in your life. If you are still thinking of joining the military when you turn 17, then it might be for you. It is not a decision to be taken lightly.

If you want to help the soldiers or just send them a letter to let them know you support them, here are two websites:

www.anysoldier.com or www.packagesfromhome.org.

Good Luck with your decision.

Answer 3

Well, in your position it's better to catch it early and make up your mind if you'd like to join or not. That way in some branches joining JROTC in High School can lead to a great effect in the Military, and usually lead to a higher rank entry position. You should start by visiting Www.GoArmy.Com / Www.AirForce.Com / Www.Marines.Com / Www.Navy.Com

After visiting each, and browsing the jobs, off-time life, etc. Maybe the next step could be going into a recruiter office of each branch and talking to them, seeing which one interests you the most. What are your interests? You take the ASVAB, and depending on your scores, you can get the job you want, and on the openings/availabilites.

How you can help them? Just give moral support. Write letters to your brother while he's serving, send pictures of you, family, and just supporters of what they're doing. Every little bit is appreciated by them.

Also most branches offer an excellent retirement plan, as well as college & dental/vision benefits.

Answer 4

It makes me proud of you that you are interested in serving your country, even if you don't know what you want to do.

Being in the Marine Corps was the only thing that I wanted to do, from the time I was about ten years old. My father was in the Marine Corps, and told me of his time in, and that was it, I just needed to wait until I was old enough. Just before my 18th birthday, I went to the recruiter and signed the paperwork, and I left for Parris Island that following december.

Regardless of how the next five years would go (I was honorably discharged in 2001), I gained more maturity and learned more about being a man (not in the macho sense of the word) in three months at Parris Island than I did in the previous 18 years.

Most of the female Marines that I knew were every bit as capable as their male counterparts, so I wouldn't worry too much about that.

Answer 5

You sound like a very bright young lady to look for advice so early on. Good for you!

I can only suggest that you keep asking questions and think about every answer given. I would ask you to give a lot of thought to what your brother says. He is in the middle of it, and as a Marine, you will see for yourself the changes any recruit goes through.

As far as helping the troops, think about sending day to day items of interest. Sport scores, local news, music, silly Hollywood gossip, adventures and misadventures of film and music personalities, a news update on anything that is of interest to your age group.

A letter sent filled with what the heck are you up to, followed with a reply will make for any soldiers day!

Answer 6

Your life is the only thing you have to cut a deal with the service, Get a guarantee on a good skill you can use in civilian life after you finish, if you signup as a bomb stacker you are only qualified to run a fork lift, thats it. You should set your sights on being a CAT scan tech or X-ray tech.
What can you do now? Join JROTC, or Civil Air Patrol

Answer 7

If you like it when your 18, then go but remember if you do join, there is no turning back so really think about it.

Army Military Police Soldier currently in the military

Answer 8

The changes I have seen sense I got out of the USMC in 1970 as a Sgt E-5, I would strongly suggest you stay clear of the military period. As stated above it is going down hill in a hurry, and way to many games are being played with people lives. Just an ol jar heads opinion

Answer 9

You've heard of the Marine Corps,
the Army Corps,
but have you heard of Americorps?

This is another way you can serve your country. Also, there is a low chance of being shot and killed while serving your country right here in America.

You would help people and not be asked to kill anyone. Just another option for those who want to serve.

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