Im 17, I graduate from High School with the class of 2007 here in the next few months (I should be the class of 2008, graduated early). And I want to enlist in the Marines as 0331, Machine Gunner.
Now, my parents are totally against enlisting; they want be to go through NROTC in college and all that. But I need their signature, their permission, to enlist because Im 17 for another year and Im not waiting a year to join.
How can I bring them over to my side and sign it? (Ive been to a recruiter a couple of times, but would you just need Dads? (Or vice-versa) Or both, Mom and Dads?
2007-02-16 23:50:59 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Enlisting in the military is under the same umbrella as underage marriage and name change. You need both parents consent ot do so. So, getting Dad on your side will only work if he can convince Mom to sign the consent as well.
Try to show them you are serious. Convey to them, in a mature and respectful way, that when you turn 18, you will join on your own if they do not allow it now. Make sure that they understand what you are getting yourself into. And, please, make sure you understand what you are getting yourself into.
I joined the Corps in 1994. That same year, 26000+/- other people joined the Corps as well. On Jan 1st of 1998, the first day of the year that people who joined in 1994 would be getting out, only about 4500 of us were left. That means that 21500+/- did not make their four year commitment.
So, make sure you know what a life in the Corps entails. But, if they will not come around, bide your time, and join when you are 18.
2007-02-17 00:50:54 · answer #1 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When I enlisted, I had to have both parent's signatures for permission. You need to sit down and have a talk with your parents about this. Tell them that you know that they have your best interests at heart, but you also need to make decisions of your own, as you are basically an adult. It's not that you don't appreciate their concern for your future, but this is something that you really feel that you want to do, and even if you have to wait until you're 18 to do it, then so be it. It will happen. Otherwise, talk to a recruiter and see if there is any sort of waiver that you could get for it.
Semper Fi!
2007-02-17 03:45:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I admire your willingness to serve your country, but I have doubt about your motives. First, you need both parental signatures. Now....why the hurry and why the choice of machine gunner? You are only17. Combat, despite what you see in the movies is NOT "glorious" or "fun". It is violent, noisy, chaotic, bloody, dirty business. You will see friends die and get wounded. You will see the innocent suffer through no fault of their own except being in the wrong place at the wrong time. The first time you get mortared, you will get so scared that you will wet and crap your pants. You will cry and throw up at the murder you see. Still sound like fun? My advice is to wait a year and mature a bit. Use the time to get some education and get in the best shape of your life so far. The armed forces offer avenues to learn valuable civilian jobs other that just machine gunners. Good Luck
2007-02-17 02:25:01 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can have the recruiter come to your house and have him try to convince your parents. They are probably better salesmen than you, but they might just p*ss off your parents. Whatever happens make sure you are committed and you'll be fine. Patience is a virtue, and you'll need a lot of it in the Marines along with Honor, Courage, and Commitment. Be patient and one day you'll be a part of the greatest fighting force in the world...The United States Marine Corps.
Semper Fidelis
OORAH!!!
2007-02-17 05:41:30 · answer #4 · answered by travis v 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell them thats what you want to do. Tell them they will be doing you a favor since youll be getting out a year earlier also. Or you can tell them your gonna disown them and join anyway when your 18. Yes you need both parents signatures. Just tell them thats what you really want. Just be ready cause it aint easy and it will not be fun you will definateley have a wake up call. Tell them you really need there support. Ask them for there support. Cry or something. Tell them, What, you guys dont beleive in me??... I wish you guys would... Then leave like your sad and dont come back home for a few hours. Just act depressed.
2007-02-17 06:05:12 · answer #5 · answered by juan68701 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may be able to enlist with the permission of one parent.
Why don't you request the Parents Guide and the DVD below from your recruiter. View the DVD with your parents.
Marine Parents Speak: Sons and Daughters
God Bless you
2007-02-17 00:06:19 · answer #6 · answered by birdwatcher 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You can enlist in the ranks and be a follower, or go through ROTC and be a leader. Either way you'll be a Marine.
2007-02-17 00:00:36 · answer #7 · answered by Jrahdel 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You just need to convince them that you are serious. But waiting the extra year will do you no harm. Have some fun before going to work. The USMC is definitely work.
2007-02-16 23:58:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Why not compromise with your parents? Do what they want you to do for one year and then when you're 18 and you still want to go straight to the Marines, it's your choice.
Best of luck either way. ;o)
2007-02-16 23:59:39 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Hey kid, go to college and NROTC. You wont regret it.
2007-02-17 01:36:45 · answer #10 · answered by Monkey Boy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋