I grew up around the army and now I live near Kings Bay naval base.
2006-10-19 11:40:57 · 5 answers · asked by xplotlav 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
From what I know off the top of my head:
Wow! There are a lot of factors to consider. I am an ex-navy man myself. I joined for the excellent technical training and an "aversion" to the thought of close combat, if you know what I mean! I wouldn't recommend it, though, if you don't like being on the water.
The Marines are a very well-disciplined tight-nit group. They generally go in first (behind the covert special ops groups), hence they (arguably) probably face more of the front-line battle than some of the other services.
The Air Force probably has the most comfortable lifestyle of all the services, from what I know about them. The drawback is that advancement may not come as quickly and incentive bonuses may not be as large as some of the other services.
The Army is, well, the Army. You probably know more about them than I do having grown up around Army. Too much green for me!
Every Coast Guard station I have ever seen is at some, beautiful beach somewhere. It is a smaller, force and not really even a part of the armed services except at wartime. It falls under the Department of Transportation, I believe, during peacetime.
Your best bet is to go online to the various services websites to get the insider info about what it is really like in general and what jobs they have to offer. The recruiters may be completely open and honest about it, but their first job is to sell the services as a career.
Personally, overall I truly enjoyed my 20-year Navy experience. Things are constantly changing because of social and political influences on the military, so I hesitate to tell you what the daily routine is like, even though I retired just 4 years ago.
I would suggest, though, that if possible, you talk to someone on activity duty about the daily life of each service to get a really good feel for what you can expect.
Well, that's my two cents. I hope the insight helps a least a little. BTW, I was stationed at Kings Bay for a few years. I loved that duty station! I retired at Mayport, which is another very popular duty station for sailors.
2006-10-19 12:04:56 · answer #1 · answered by Leroy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Air Force will encourage you to pursue a college degree and will provide much more opportunity at every base.
The Army will have you deployed or training most of the year, so your family life needs to be in good order.
Don't put too much faith in what your recruiter tells you. His job depends on how many people sign up at his office. The needs of the military always come first, regardless of your personal problems or goals.
With the Air Force, you'll have a chance to see the world, advance your education, meet a diverse group of people and develop good personal and professional habits.
Good luck...
2006-10-20 09:27:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What's your reason for joining the service to start? If you want to fight and risk you life, the the marines, possible the army are up your alley. If you want to see a lot of at least half the world then the navy. If you want to travel, but not by boat, and want to be safe, then the air force is your cup of tea. You can get valuable training in all 3, and a lot of discipline. Some more than others. Good luck!
2006-10-19 18:51:34 · answer #3 · answered by Buzlite 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What do you like to do ? Run, Fly, Swim or Be shot at ?
Go check out ALL the branches. See who has the best benifits once you get out Find out about basic training for each service. 4 me basic was the tuffest part...After that it was OK.I was in the air force...Good luck...:)
2006-10-19 18:52:31 · answer #4 · answered by mrfatbobs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Airforce if you can pass the test.
2006-10-20 00:59:40 · answer #5 · answered by Mike Sugarwood 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋