Re: The army

Posted by ShepFL on January 17, 2003 at 02:13:49 from (155.14.26.74):

In Reply to: The army posted by bjuck on January 16, 2003 at 19:44:57:

Bjuck -
While I cannot comment about the Army but I can speak for my time in the service. I was raised that it was my civic duty to serve my country. I still believe this today as much as when I enlisted. As such, I spent 4 yrs. in the USN as an aviation electronics tech (AT), I got out as an E5 and with Honorable Discharge. From there I worked as a Defense Contractor for 12 yrs. in varying capacities until 1993.

IMHO, I think all young men should serve at least 4 yrs. in the service immediately following either high school or college. I took an oath before GOD to defend our country from both foreign and domestic enemies and will continue to do today.

I chose the Navy over the other branches because IMHO I think their schools are better and the jobs are more transferrable to the civilian world. I worked on jets which led to similar work after I got out.

I thoroughly loved my job and considered a 2nd hitch but they wanted 6 yr. commitment which would have put me at 10 yrs. past the point of no rtn. and at that time I could not see myself as a career military man. Looking back now had I stayed with it I would have retired 4 yrs. ago.

Things I disliked was the some of the military protocol (uniform inspections, Sir to those younger than me etc.). Yet, I got to see parts of this big ol' world I would have never seen otherwise sitting in N. Idaho. I have been to Australia, Europe, South America, Africa and thousands of miles of ocean. The best place on earth though for me is the USA!!

The service taught me a great deal about myself, teamwork, it provided me with a skilled trade, a place to live, a decent paycheck compared to other options available at the time. I also learned self-discipline and sacrifice, professionalism, pride in workmanship, attn. to detail and above all else comraderie. Remember, if you go in you will be growing up with others experiencing a great deal you never thought possible.

Yes, you can die if war or armed conflict occurs so do not kid yourself, so make a fully informed decision.

HOWEVER, if you are selective in the vocation you chose you can minimize the exposure and still serve. Make sure you select a vocation that you can use on the outside when your time is done (4-30 yrs). Get your schooling confirmed in writing. If I were to do it again I would strongly consider officer or at least a program where I could become an officer after initial tour as enlisted.

GOD BLESS, GOOD LUCK & let us know what you decide. Feel free to drop me a line if you want more information.

Regards,
ShepFL

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