Can the physically disabled enter the armed forces?

Question

I have been looking to enter the US Navy but I have been rejected by them.

I have a physical disability but it does not limit me with anything. I have shorter limbs.

Answer 1

In general, any disability that would inhibit your ability to meet all the requirements of being a sailor or soldier will keep you from being able to enlist. This can include things as seemingly minor as vision issues, height minimums and maximums (to ensure you can work equipment without needing adaptive tech or accomodations) to major issues like heart defects. The Navy has some strict physical requirements, but in general it would be the same for all branches. If you have spoken with a recruiter, he or she should be able to tell you if another branch of service would allow you to enlist.

Answer 2

Have you tried the other branches of the Armed Forces? Maybe your disability makes you unable to serve in the Navy but maybe not the others. You should check it out if you are really interested.

Answer 3

Sorry, your disability might limit your effectiveness in combat. It is a DQ.

Answer 4

Why would any military seek to take a person who does not come up to their set specifications??

Answer 5

try the other branches, maybe just maybve, as a support staff you can be eligible to enlist.

Answer 6

They have their standards, and their reasons.

It's not always fair, but it is what it is.

There are a lot of other ways to serve your country, and many of them will be happy to have you.

Answer 7

Nope, sorry.

Answer 8

If you time it right, any warm body will do.