my recruiter did seem to want to get me in the Navy? I need a medical wavier because i had a tendon stretch when i was a kid but other than that i can cut it when it comes to the military.
2007-04-09 09:54:12 · 11 answers · asked by dangergirl_711 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
US Army Medic!!!! Anything after that is just a job. But i commend you on your efforts and desire to serve our glorious country. Good luck.
2007-04-09 10:56:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go Navy!!! I was in the Navy for 10 years, 4 of those years as a recruiter. I chose the Navy because I wanted to travel, and I figured that I would usually be near a beach. It was great. I did things while I was in that I never dreamed of, I made a lot of great friends, and learned a LOT about life. If you go in though, you must do it with open eyes as well as an open mind. If a recruiter from ANY branch of the service tells you that you definately will not have to go to a war zone, don't believe them. There are jobs that are less LIKELY to have to go, but there is always that chance.
I can't speak for all recruiters of course, but I know that when I was talking to a person about getting in to the Navy, I was ALWAYS honest with people. It probably cost me a few people, but I wasn't about to mislead somebody when it had to do with the course of their life.
Having never been in the other services, I can't really tell you anything about them.
2007-04-09 17:34:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are interested in training for a field that will translate well into post-military life then definitely sign up. That's an all-around great situation for you, the military and the taxpayer.
However, don't let the recruiter talk you into something you are not 100% sure about. They are notorious for promising without delivering.
2007-04-09 17:06:43 · answer #3 · answered by Peter D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had a great time in the Navy, but you should ask yourself what it is you want to do. The waiver shouldn't be a big deal. Talk to people you know that have served and figure out what your long term goals are. Then talk to recruiters and tell them what you want to do with yourself. There is a lot out there, just ask...
2007-04-09 20:16:27 · answer #4 · answered by big o 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
looking at your question, you separate the navy from the armed forces....armed forces covers all branches of the military (army, air force, navy, marines)
now, for signing consideration:
air force= education, while the air force does do physical training, the main focus is on technical learning
navy= more education than physical, the navy is great for technical subjects, but they do provide a slightly more rigorous physical side
army=more physical than education, it is the flip side of the navy description
marines=physical, marine training focuses on the physical side of things.
now, this is not to say marines are dumb, and airmen are sissies, it's just a verrrry basic description of the branches. regardless of what branch you go into, you have the option of bettering yourself, not only through the service's training, but through correspondence courses as well.
personally i went army :)
2007-04-09 20:15:42 · answer #5 · answered by Karggan 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a college degree and letters of acceptance from graduate schools and I am choosing to serve in the Navy, for I do not want to look back at this point in our history and have to explain why I was absent when my nation needed me.
2007-04-09 17:09:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My dad was in the Navy. It was fun because we got to move around alot! You could also serve the minimum couple of years and then get out and have them pay for your school (if you haven't already gone to school).....if you end up joining, try and get stationed in Naples, Italy :) Good Luck!
2007-04-09 17:04:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I recommend the Air Force if anything. Best quality of life.
2007-04-09 16:58:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes ! I promise, you will not regret it. Serving your country is a privilege, and the courage you show for wanting to speaks volumes of you.
Good luck.
2007-04-09 16:59:42 · answer #9 · answered by Brian D 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Navy would be your best choice.
2007-04-09 17:39:50 · answer #10 · answered by fatsausage 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋