2006-11-19 01:18:44 · 7 answers · asked by manu 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
My recommendation would be this. Go to each of the armed services recruiters and talk with them. Before you go, write down exactly what it is you want from the military, i.e. job, benefits, etc. Second, take someone with you, preferably someone older than you like a parent, grandparent or aunt/uncle. Tell that person you do not want to make a decision right now, you want to find out as much as you can, before you make a decision. Ask that person to intercede if the recruiter starts pushing you towards making a decision.
Recruiters are taught methods and questions to use that will get you thinking along their lines. I know I worked with them before and saw/used many of them. Once you have all of your questions answered, leave. Thank the person for their time and leave. Do not make a decision until you have talked to each of the four branches.
2006-11-19 02:06:12 · answer #1 · answered by Darius 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, take into consideration that if you do, you will most definatly being going to Iraq. However, the military provides job opportunities that you normally wouldn't be given had you not served. You are also entitled to medical benefits your entire life and pensions as long as you serve.
My opinion? I'd apply for loans and go to college. The trade off of possibly losing your life in an illegal occupation just seems too risky.
But it's your call. Good luck.,
2006-11-19 01:26:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well what is holding you back? Are you undecided about college or do you not know if it is the right branch of service for you? Each branch of service has something different to offer and you can get money for college while serving. And you may or may not be sent to Iraq or surrounding areas. My husbands previous job and duty station never deployed overseas. But his current job is deployable. It all depends on what you want.
2006-11-19 01:37:49 · answer #3 · answered by txmom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was army and if I could go back and do it over I would have gone air force. Yes you might go to Iraq but so what? If not you then who?? The military needs people and provides them with an excellent head start in life. My recommendation is a strong yes, do it.
Desert Storm Vet
2006-11-19 01:41:11 · answer #4 · answered by togetheradecade 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends if you are joining solely for college money or because you'd like to serve your country.If you do decide to join just realize that you WILL go to war.A lot of kids today don't seem to realize this when the recruiter says free college money.
2006-11-19 01:23:54 · answer #5 · answered by Vtmtnman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First thing you have to do is score high enough on the ASVAB. If you can't do that, then your angst is for naught. The service isn't for everyone. I chose the Air Force because it was right for me. You need to look at all of your options. The decision is yours to make, you will be the one living with that decision.
2006-11-19 01:24:15 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you believe in fighting the war, by all means go for it.
If you are looking for college money, explore other options.
2006-11-19 02:05:43 · answer #7 · answered by ash 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋