Where in the Hell did they get that from????

Question

I'm 18 and i'm gonna join the Marines, my parents of course are not happy about that. They always try to convince me not to join by telling me how the soldiers and Marines suffer in time of war, but i know that and that it ain't gonna get me to not join. Now they are going really out of hand by saying that they give them DRUGS without them knowing it. Like in water or something. What kind of bull$hit is that!?? Supposely they heard it on the spanish news, they are mexicans. I really wish i can talk to some parents who have sons and daughters in Iraq so they can tell my parents how untrue that is. All i wanna do is serve my country, forget the benefits!, i'm joining to earn the title Marine and protect and serve our country.

Answer 1

Arr, twas the LSD they slipped us back in 65 that makes me talk lakk arr do, arr, arr.

Answer 2

I am not sure what to tell you, maybe you should sit down with a recruiter and find out more about the Marines before entering, as I have heard the boot-camp is pretty rigorous.

It is doubtful they put things in your water supply. Maybe if you are able to find someone who is able to translate Spanish for you, they may be able to tell you what they are supposedly hearing in regards to this probable rumor. I had to use a interpreter the other day to buy a burrito in a Mexican restaurant.

Answer 3

I would say be a soldier but you are doing good by being a marine. You're parents are just being emotional and are uneducated about the military. I have been in the Army for 10 years. We are not given drugs. Hell, we are drug tested to make sure we are clean. Ask them to show you the evidence that soldiers and marines are drugged. You are a great patriot and should be encouraged by your parents for doing the right thing.

Answer 4

Well, I don't mean to insult your parents, but what the hell do they really know? Did they serve? No offense, really. But you have to walk a mile in a Marine's shoes before you hand out information like that. While my husband was deployed to Iraq his second tour, he was given a form of adrenaline injections to keep him awake so he could complete his missions. He knew exactly what he was being given; they weren't being snuck on him or anything. He even had to be given saline in an IV to keep him hydrated. My husband's missions were those of um, let's just say "nastiness" and required him to be fully alert to complete them. I can't say that you can believe everything you hear on the news like that. Yes, believe what you hear about the war and the statistics, life loss, etc. and what's happening in Iraq, but what you've said sounds a liitle too far fetched. But remember - you are thier son and they're scared for your life. It's love that they have for you; never forget it. A child given to war is the ultimate sacrifice, as I see it. Only a husband given is second to that.

Answer 5

The USMC is the most feared and respected military organization in the world. No, they do not give drugs or brainwashing in boot camp. Actually boot camp is much milder now than it was when I went through in 68. Join with pride, knowing that you are joining the best. Just remember, you get out what you put in.

America Rocks

Answer 6

I'm not a big supporter of this war, but I'm not anti military either. My brother proudly served in the Army before this war broke out, and he would gladly go back in, if it weren't for an injury and his family. I can respect your decision to join up just as much as I respect my brother's decision because everyone has to live their own life and do what they think is right. In return, I will ask you to respect my take on this situation with your parents. Deal?

In the Vietnam era, there was a lot of covert experimentation of drugs on troops. Agent Orange etc. I am ignorant on a lot of this stuff, and I don't know if it is still going on...I imagine much of it is not allowed anymore. Have you ever seen the movie Jacob's Ladder? That's what this movie is all about. I wouldn't say it is entirely accurate, but it will give you an idea of what your parents think. Plus it is a damn good movie.

Still, the military is a group where a lot of research could be going on, medical, psychological, technological. I wouldn't be a bit surprised. It is a captive audience of subjects, it is a highly structured environment, esp basic training and peace time...so controls are easy to set and manipulate and then introduce the variable to see what happens. And you guys are known for doing what your told, so you would be consistent with your actions and that makes for even more accurate research...nice compliant participants. Lastly, you are part of the government, which is closely tied into a LOT of research. All these things would lend themselves to make it likely that military personnel are used for experimenting.

It used to happen a lot. And they can't tell you because they might be researching what happens to you vs their control group.

I think your parents love you and want you to be safe, grow old, die without a bunch of turmoil in your past. They may not be making the most fair or accurate arguments. But they aren't altogether wrong.

Another thing?

If your parents were talking about drugs in particular, they were probably also concerned that the military has a long history of drug abuse...for lots of reasons. In foreign cultures there are often drugs are available and legal, using to comfort the stress of war, black market economics. Etc. I bet they don't want you involved in things like that.

The last concern they may have may be simple ignorance on their part, is how scary the world can be outside these borders. It is false sense of security if they think that we aren't in danger in a lot of places here. But it is what most natives of any country know, to feel safe and secure when they and their loved ones are HOME.

You need to make your own choices and I respect them. I think you need to have a good talk with your parents, let them know you understand where they are coming from even if you disagree, reassure them the best you can, and then do what you think you need to do.

It will help if, when you are away, to keep as close correspondence with your parents as you can. And of course, don't do anything stupid to put bullets in your behind, or bring you back crazy...so that you can grow up, grow old, and die happy...just like mom and dad said.

It sounds like you are joining up. Best to ya. Be careful.

Answer 7

You are doing a great thing! Your parents will be proud of you when they see what you have accomplished.

They are tainted by what they are being told in the media without finding the facts, first. I'm sorry that you are having to struggle just to serve your country. It's hard enough to fight the enemy but when you have to fight your own family, it just doesn't seem fair.

Your family will last forever, though. As will your new family in the Corps!

Sempre Fi and Good luck!

Answer 8

Well, it wouldn't be the first time, that the press has no clue, or is deliberately misleading their audience.
NO ONE gets "drugs without their knowing it". You will get shots, and if you want it, the infamous Anthrax series. Also, depending on your mission you might be issued "Stay awakes", but taking those is strictly up to you.
Congratulations on your decision. Boot camp will be tough, probably, at your age, the toughest thing you've ever done, but stay focused: MOUTH SHUT, EARS OPEN is the best advice I can give you.
When they see you at graduation, their attitudes will change-happens all the time.

Answer 9

Being a Marine is a noble choice. That choice brings responsibility. You should join to do something rather than be something.

Answer 10

I can see both sides of the issue, you want to join to serve your country. Your both don't want you to because they love you and are afraid that they will lose you in a senseless war. Remeber they love you more than anything.

Answer 11

If you are not going to join because your parents do not want you to join, you are still not a man.