What are the reasons people join the U.S. Army?
There are already fine lists here that cover the reasons, so I'll just cover my own personal story and reasons.I come from a wealthy family. I fought against my parents to join the military, because in Asian society, being in the military is a negative. As my mother put it, "You don't use good metal to make a nail, you don't use a good boy to make a soldier." It took 2 years of persistance to let her know it wasn't just a lark and that I was serious. (As a good asian kid, even as an adult I wanted my parents' consent. :D)I'm also intelligent. When I took the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, or the military's SAT's basically), I scored 99/100 on the general score. I later joined Mensa just to say I could. The recruiter offered to buy me some kind of nice meal because recruiting me was so easy. I took him up on a burger meal at the local Jack in the Box.When the recruiters came to pick me up to send me to Basic training they came up to my parents' gated house in a wealthy community and they left, because they assumed they had the wrong address. They called and came to pick me up the next day.I've been asked so many times why I joined the military, I have a coined answer: For everything but the money. Service to country, adventure, stories to tell, play with weapons, prove something to myself. I had already been accepted to UCLA for the computer science department, and I wanted to know I could handle a physical challenge as well.I got all these things and more. I made life long friends, developed a tolerance to pain and tedium which has served me well in life, learned to appreciate the simple things in life (Not being in mortal danger, not being in 100+ degree heat, being able to get an ice cream sundae within 30 minutes just about anytime, anywhere.), and the revered title of Veteran.To clarify and so as to not over glorify it: the military has a lot to offer, but it takes dedication and work. It's the right choice for a certain people. The people I served with were there for many reasons, but the VAST majority were patriots who loved their country deeply.
What is a good reason to join the US military?
To test yourself. How do you know what you can do until you are challenged? EVERY veteran of our our military has the exact same thought on day one of boot camp, when they are so gently awoken. “I have made a huge mistake. I should not be here. This is not for me. How do I get out of here?” Overcoming that fear of the unknown, being challenged, helped mold me as a man. Awake the sleeper in you!To meet and make wonderful friends! Nothing bonds a friendship more than enduring physical challenges of the military.Great chow! Like to eat well? The best breakfast I’ve ever had was on warships and yes, I have to give it to the Army, in Army chow halls. Those Army guys could make some serious breakfast!Last thing on my mind is travel. My father rarely gave me advice, when he did it was spot on. He was an army veteran of the Korean War era. “Most Americans can afford to go to Europe once in their life, but few can afford to go to Asia. Find a route to the orient, find Europe later.” See the world!
Are these good reasons to join the Army?
Alright, I know this is kind of a stupid question, but I'd like some (constructive) input anyways. I really really want to join the Army. However, I honestly have no interest in serving my country. I know that sounds awful and its not like I have any aversion to it; I know it's a very honorable thing to do. I've just never been the salute the flag, all hail the president type. It's just not me. I have developed an interest in joining the US army though. I feel like my life isn't really going anywhere. I've dropped out of college twice, both times because I lost interest in my classes although the degrees were in things I really wanted to pursue. I'm now interested in becoming a cop but I know I won't have the motivation to do through all the education. I want to join the army because I want to get in shape, both mentally and physically. I'm about 25 or so pounds overweight and have been what could be considered a couch potato most of my life. But more than that, I'm lazy and exhausted most of the time. I have no motivation to do anything that might better myself. I work an ok job in retail but it's only part time, I'm not going to school, I still live with my parents and I just really don't want to be working this job and stuck in this rut my whole life. I'm only 20 years old and I'm already headed in a bad direction. I'm smart and I know I could make myself into something if I only had the motivation. So I guess my questions is, do you think I should join the army to get my life back on track??
Why should a person join the army?
Serving in Indian army, air force or navy is something different, it is a matter of pride and honour. People who join defence forces or want to join, can only explain how it feels to live their dream. If you are a serious defence lover or aspirant, you will agree with the lines written below. So here are 5 solid reasons why you should join Indian army, navy and air force.1) The Uniform- which no money can buy.2) The Respect – which comes from within the hearts of millions of Indians.3) The Pride – Of standing in front of the entire nation and telling ” yes I have repaid the debt of my motherland”.4) The Personality of a Gentleman – the training and Lifestyle moulds you to become an officer and a gentleman i.e. tough arms and a noble heart.5) the Lineage – of being a part of the breed, which has been believing- that independence does not come free.OTHER BENEFITS:1) Again the uniform, the boots, the badge, the stars. And yes, of course….. The Weapons.2) Subsidised accommodation for your family.3) Free medical of excellent standards for you as well as your entire family.4) Best in its class- sports and health facilities.5) Subsidised air and train travel.6) Official guest house facilities in beautiful locations to spend your holidays.7) International visits during official exchange programmes.THANKS:)
What are some bad reasons to join the military?
By far the worst reason to join the military is when you are doing it out of ‘love for your country’.This almost always ends badly. Very soon, you’ll find out that most of your fellow comrades, NCOs (Non Commissioned Officers) and officers don’t share your feelings and will think of you as an idiot.The only possible motive worse than patriotism is the desire ‘to help other people’, for example to bring democracy to other nations or to prevent a genocide.Be aware that the army is an organization that has the mission to destroy and kill their enemies: Altruism and the military don’t mix.Another bad reason to sign up for the army is when you have some trouble in your civilian life, a failed relationship or you got kicked out of college, and you think that the military can provide you with a ‘fresh start’.It doesn’t work. Eventually, your problems at home will catch up with you. Maybe not while you are serving, but for sure when you are getting out of the military.On the other hand, all the good reasons to join are immensely selfish:Maybe you want to learn a profession and get a stable salary and at the same time, you are too lazy to work in a civilian job.Or you like some adventure, before you grow old:See the world, have the opportunity to kill some other humans (if you are a freak) or blow up buildings (yeah!).Some guys just sign up, because they like to be hailed as ‘heroes’ when they come back from their deployment.Those are all good reasons to join. The military is a big and anonymous organization that doesn’t care for the fate of its individual members. Either you screw them or they screw you.
Has anyone heard of eczema being a reason you can't join the army??
that's what they're telling my boyfriend...we've got a baby on the way and the army was what we had to hope for...they'll pay for so much and the baby would be insured...but why are they telling him this..i don't understand??
Is joining the military a good idea?
The benefits of joining the military are myriad. You will receive job training that will last you for the rest of your life. You will have the opportunity to make friends for a lifetime. You will have the chance to take part in military activities that most Americans cannot conceive of.And all the while, you will be fed, housed, clothed and educated by your branch of the United States Armed Forces. And you will even be given the chance to obtain a college education!You will be in line for promotions and may be given command or charge for a basic unit, supervising and learning to manage successively larger numbers of your brothers and sisters in arms.The benefits package is all encompassing and it includes full medical, dental, optical care, and housing and special duty payments, depending. On yourservice anniversaries you will be considered for length of duty awards, and also for “good conduct” awards. Promotions in grade along with a raise in pay are also available in some deserving cases.What's more, if you take the necessary tests and do well enough, also taking the necessary college courses you may be given the opportunity to go to Officers' Candidate School. Many fine officers in our Armed Forces started out as enlisted personnel, and have even achieved 4 star rank!An enlisted person at the pay grade of E9 (Sergeant Major) can make over 100k per year based upon their time in grade and length of service. That's a really good salary, and at the end of a twenty or even a thirty year career, that’s a truly wonderful retirement! And just think; your retirement pay at 20 years is at 50% of your current salary!And your medical benefits are lifelong; so are your spouse's. All in all, there are a load of good reasons to join the military. Good luck in your decision.