Anyone in the military?

Post by **Josh** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

I just wanted to see how mnay of you all are in the armed services.

If so, what branch and all?

I'm thinking of joining, probably the Marines...

Post by **themadscientist** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

why? what do you expect out of it? Just curious.

Post by **YamaOni** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

I spent four wonderful years in the Marine Corps, but thats it! It is a good choice if you can think in the box. It is also extremely demanding on you body, mind and soul. I spent more time under ground (alone most of the time) then I would like to remember, Some days I went to work at 03 and did not leave till 2200.If I had it all over to do, I would not change my choice. I went to PI in the spring and it was 13 weeks of living HELL! Sand fleas, going to the pit after haircuts, 30 second lunches. It was Good! If you want to know more just ask.

Post by **97Q45t** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

I'm serving in the Army National Guard and also in the ROTC program. Most likely that I'll stay in the guard after I am commissioned.

Post by **Josh** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

High school ends in June. The colleges I applied to denied me. I was thinking of going to a community college for the first two years and then switching to a university, but I don't know.

Why? I don't know. I would like a job that has openings for me in the future (even if I don't stay in, I'll still get the education). Not to mention serve the country, and be a Marine. I know it will be hard as hell, but I think I would be able to do it. It's just something I feel could be a good thing.

YamaOni, what did you go in for? 13 weeks, huh? What would you recommend doing to get in shape? What did you do there?

I'm thinking it would be best to take up running and get back into my weight lifting excercises a little more.

I'm talking to the recruiter tomorow, see what all they have to offer.

Post by **YamaOni** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

http://www.mcrdpi.usmc.mil/http://4merm ... ec....html

Run!!!!!!!!!!

YamaOni, what did you go in for? 13 weeks, huh? What would you recommend doing to get in shape? What did you do there?

YES

Post by **StrongBad240** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

I'm in the Air Force I was going to go into the Marines but I decide that the Air Force was a better option. The uniforms don't look as good but your more likely to gain a trade you can use after your enlistment.

Post by **PalmerWMD** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

I am active duty Army.Have been in Infantry, Artillery, Transportation and Chemical Units.

I get to do some stuff "normal" people only get to see on TV, if then.I feel pretty good about myself and can work out on duty time.

Fred...

Post by **themadscientist** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

Just make sure you choose a marketable MOS in whatever service you pick. I was marine Corp motor Transport. I guess that's why I am so good at keeping essentially junk running, I used to work on Hummers!:rolleyes

Post by **Josh** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

That's all cool. I figured running would be the best thing I could do to prepare. The recruiter was supposed to be here at 5:30 today, and it's now 7:30, so I am kinda angry about that. Maybe I'll tell him I'm joining the Air Force? I just think that thats kinda bad, I figured he said 5:30, he'd be here at 5:30... I'll mention it to him if I see or hear from him again.

But seriously, I just feel that the Marines are what I want to go into. I know it'll be harder then other branches but I feel that it is something I want to do. The more I think about it the better an option it seems, although I will be nervous going into it.

I'll have to look at all the jobs they have and carefully choose what I want to do.

Post by **YamaOni** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

INTEL!!!!!!!!!DO not be a grunt, gun bunny!I was an armorer, Wow dead end MOS!

Post by **themadscientist** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

Oni, it would take about a week to line you up with a high paying job working on the Yak's arsenal. You don't think they would want a top notch gunsmith like yourself? Hell I'll build the getaway cars!:thinker

Post by **Rex** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

My older bro went into the AF when he was 25, that was mojre than 11 yrs ago and he just re-upped last March. Other than spending some time in places none of us would care to ever be, he's enjoyed it. He's a meterologist in Wash State now.

Side note, he's a old school nissan guy (several 510's, a 1600, some 1968 truck). He really influenced me getting the Q. He's very jealous

.

Post by **YamaOni** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

themadscientist wrote:Oni, it would take about a week to line you up with a high paying job working on the Yak's arsenal. You don't think they would want a top notch gunsmith like yourself? Hell I'll build the getaway cars!:thinker

GAME ON!!!!!!!

Post by **Aaron_RMS13** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

The Marines will be the best and worst times of your life but I have never met a former Marine who really regretted his decision.

You become a part of a brotherhood that non-Marines can never understand no matter how hard they try. Most days I don't even think about it but all it takes is another guy mentioning he was in the Marines and suddenly you have a new buddy.

Sure there were some things I hated. Lots of cleaning, drill, etc. At times it will feel like you have an overbearing father breathing down your neck over every little mistake and you have a lot less freedom than civilians but it also changes your outlook on life.

Life's little difficulties become mundane. The cop that pulled you over and tried to intimidate you with a gruff voice and demeanor...give me a break. Ssgt. Ross makes him look like a child throwing a temper tantrum. The dude thats 8 inches taller than you and 50 lbs heavier that gets in your face... Bring it on. Plenty of people can kick my *** but I am afraid of no one.

Above all, nothing can compare to the day you graduate from 3 long months of recruit training. It felt like an electric current ran up my spine the day my senior drill instructor barked

PLATOON ONE THOUSAND...ONE HUNDRED...AND EIGHTY EIGHT.........DISMISSED

Besides where else will you get the chance to fire a .50 cal machine gun, an M60, an M249 S.A.W. or my personal favorite, the Mk 19 Automatic Grenade Launcher. This baby fires 40mm grenades at about 400 rounds per minute depending on the exact model. The effect downrange is truly a sight that has to be seen to be appreciated.

Post by **YamaOni** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

Its good stuff, After boot camp I missed it!PLT 1070 A Co. aug 28 98

Post by **Josh** » Mon May 12, 2003 4:48 pm

Yeah... I am seriously considering them. I was going to ask the schools Navy recruiter where the Marine guys where today, but noone was there. It seems like when I was unsure and not worried about life after high school every branch in the armed service was sending me something. Now I want to talk and can't find anyone.

Oh well, I'm calling the recruiting office tomorow to see if I can talk to anyone and get some more information.

Anyone in the military?

Anyone in the military?

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