2007-09-15 11:06:09 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Because the military is bound by the laws of the locality where they are. I don't know of anywhere in the U.S. that allows anyone under the age of 21 to drink.
2007-09-15 11:15:29 · answer #1 · answered by MikieB 4 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Because when some states did have the drinking age at 18. (like Illinois) The death rate of 18 to 21 year olds due to alcohol was astronomical.... Its more of a sport at that age and younger to see who can drink the most... Plus that fact that kids think they can make it home!!!!
2007-09-15 11:18:00 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
You may not believe this, if 18, but the very recklessness of youth that makes you a great fighter in the Army, makes you much more dangerous to yourself and society after drinking. I wouldn't support the law restricting adults from drinking, just telling you why.
2007-09-15 11:15:38 · answer #3 · answered by bravozulu 7 · 8⤊ 0⤋
Because you are now an adult and can make decisions at the age of 18, like a career choice, ie; joining the army.
Your body is not yet ready for large amounts of alcohol yet at the age. That's why, quit whining.
2007-09-15 12:39:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
It is a weird law but I understand why. General George Washington ordered that all his soldiers be given 2 pints of beer a day. This made them "braver and bolder" in combat. On it's face I would support the idea that is if you sign up to fight for your country and we trust you with a M16-a then you should be able to drink however I know most young people are idiots given any percent of liquor so idiots with liquor means bad things so I support the law.
2007-09-15 17:56:02 · answer #5 · answered by badbender001 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The Army's rules are made and enforced by the Dept of defense, a federal agency. Drinking laws are made and enforced by the states.
2007-09-15 14:25:03 · answer #6 · answered by Barry auh2o 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Because at the age of 18 you really are just a child. As you get older even you will realize that it makes sense and you'll be able to answer your own question..
2007-09-15 13:03:47 · answer #7 · answered by MissV 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
you can drink in the military at 18
2007-09-15 11:44:01 · answer #8 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Because you are still a child at 18. Thats why you join the military. You cannot make rational decisions.
2007-09-15 12:14:58 · answer #9 · answered by bkk 5 · 0⤊ 4⤋
there is no basic training or ait(advanced individual training in your m. o .s) for drinking!so hopefully you mature by 21!
2007-09-15 11:22:08 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋