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So, I'm joining the Army Reserves...

Started by TheGhost, June 10, 2006, 12:20:10 AM

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TheGhost

June 10, 2006, 12:20:10 AM
...hopefully.


Talked with a recruiter tonight, and I'm going back tommorow morning to take some tests.  Hopefully I'll be let in.
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Silver R/T

#1
June 10, 2006, 12:47:16 AM
good for you
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chargerboy69

#2
June 10, 2006, 07:55:20 AM
Thats great. . . .  I have talked about it with my wife, but my knees are mush, and I doubt I could get in. . . .
Indiana Army National Guard 1st Battalion, 293rd Infantry. Nightfighters. Fort Wayne Indiana.


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71440charger

#3
June 10, 2006, 08:42:27 AM
why dont you try the Air force Reserve
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andy74

#4
June 10, 2006, 09:15:00 AM
good for you! i wanted to join when i was your age,but couldnt pass the physiical due to my shattered wrists,i would only have a few years left to retirement now!!

TheGhost

#5
June 10, 2006, 09:31:57 AM
Quote from: 71440charger on June 10, 2006, 08:42:27 AM
why dont you try the Air force Reserve

Tradition of Army service in my family, I guess.
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PocketThunder

#6
June 10, 2006, 09:57:14 AM
thats one thing that i was afraid to do when i was 18, i wish i would have thinking back now.
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doctorpimp

#7
June 10, 2006, 11:16:34 AM
Good for You! :icon_smile_cool:
Good for your Country! :patriot:


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chargerboy69

#8
June 10, 2006, 01:21:29 PM
Quote from: PocketThunder on June 10, 2006, 09:57:14 AM
thats one thing that i was afraid to do when i was 18, i wish i would have thinking back now.



I do too.


But when I was 18 all I wanted to do was go cruizin, find someone to buy us beer and party. I am not that old, 30, but a few years ago severely broke my knee 90 degrees the wrong way. I know it will not hold up. I applaud the men and women who join. And may God bless them all. :patriot:
Indiana Army National Guard 1st Battalion, 293rd Infantry. Nightfighters. Fort Wayne Indiana.


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Big Lebowski

#9
June 10, 2006, 02:52:13 PM
    There's only 21 nuclear weapons sites hidden in the deserts of Iran, have a good time blowing them all up. Dude.
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mikepmcs

#10
June 10, 2006, 03:06:43 PM
Good on ya!!!
Army Reserve is killer and you get good sign up money too right.
If not try the Guard, they are giving huge sign up $$ right now.  I even think the Navy is giving some cash now too.

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TheGhost

#11
June 10, 2006, 03:28:45 PM
Quote from: Big Lebowski on June 10, 2006, 02:52:13 PM
    There's only 21 nuclear weapons sites hidden in the deserts of Iran, have a good time blowing them all up. Dude.

Will do. :D
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motorhead

#12
June 10, 2006, 03:55:07 PM
Give em hell bro! :flame:  Stay safe as possible and keep your head down.

Goldfinger71

#13
June 10, 2006, 04:02:33 PM
Good for you! :yesnod:.....don't make us Dodge Boys look bad! :icon_smile_big:
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BigBadCharger

#14
June 11, 2006, 12:04:29 AM
Congrats dude, but be careful if you go to Iraq  ;)
How's your wife and my kids?

hemi68charger

#15
June 11, 2006, 05:51:13 PM
Quote from: 71440charger on June 10, 2006, 08:42:27 AM
why dont you try the Air force Reserve

Yes Yes !!!! I've been active duty for nearly 7 years and 11 as a guardsman......  Do you know what you wish to do as far as a job goes?

Feel like heading over to Iraq for awhile in the Army?................

Kudos for you stepping up to the plate !!!   :2thumbs:

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Darkness

#16
June 11, 2006, 06:14:43 PM
hemi68charger wrote:

QuoteTSgt. Troy Hawkes

And here I thought you was an officer the whole time.  ;D

TheGhost

#17
June 11, 2006, 06:23:23 PM
Quote from: hemi68charger on June 11, 2006, 05:51:13 PMDo you know what you wish to do as far as a job goes?

Either ordinance, or mechanics.
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RD

#18
June 11, 2006, 11:12:53 PM
the military develops discipline and you could gain alot from it.... but wars kill and that is permanent.  I am not trying to dissuade you, but I was Army and I have seen the blood, the screams, and the horror.  Do not join because you think its all glamorous, it is not.  The Army is not being on a ship for 6 months or being REMFs 150 miles from the frontline, it is an up in your face, sweat your ass off, realistic event that will scare you so bad you will piss yourself the first time your hear rounds down range, and hopefully those are your rounds.

Be smart, go Air Force, the technical skills you will acquire will transfer straight over into a civilian position when you get out.  Plus, you have a better chance of making it out alive if you get deployed.

For once in your entire life, listen to someone that knows the truth, and not some damn recruiter who would be willing to sell his grandmother into the service to meet his damn quota. (yes they have those).

If you need to talk more, email me or call me at 620-757-1284.

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TheGhost

#19
June 11, 2006, 11:34:00 PM
I'm not in it for the glamour, RD.  I'm in it for my country.

If everyone joined the Air Force because it was safer, we would have no Army.  Somebody's got to do it.  I'm willing to be that somebody.  I understand the risks, especially now, with both Iraq and Afghanistan.  My Grandfather was in World War II.  My uncle was Army, and fought in Vietnam.  My Dad was 2nd Cavalry "Hell on Wheels".  They all made it back.  I know full that I'd be risking my life.  It's a risk I'm willing to take, because if I don't, who will?  I know that I may have to kill.  But, those guys over there are trying to kill US.  And I'll be damned if I'm going to sit here and do nothing about it.

Don't get me wrong, I know you are trying to help, and I appreciate that.  But, I've made up my mind about this.
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RD

#20
June 11, 2006, 11:52:29 PM
Quote from: TheGhost on June 11, 2006, 11:34:00 PM
I'm not in it for the glamour, RD.  I'm in it for my country.

If everyone joined the Air Force because it was safer, we would have no Army.  Somebody's got to do it.  I'm willing to be that somebody.  I understand the risks, especially now, with both Iraq and Afghanistan.  My Grandfather was in World War II.  My uncle was Army, and fought in Vietnam.  My Dad was 2nd Cavalry "Hell on Wheels".  They all made it back.  I know full that I'd be risking my life.  It's a risk I'm willing to take, because if I don't, who will?  I know that I may have to kill.  But, those guys over there are trying to kill US.  And I'll be damned if I'm going to sit here and do nothing about it.

Don't get me wrong, I know you are trying to help, and I appreciate that.  But, I've made up my mind about this.

Everett... family lineage means shit to me when it comes to who serves and who does not.  Throw your foolish pride to the wind on this one and listen.  You do not know what you are getting into.  I can say that with confidence because (1) YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN THERE and (2) refer to number one.  Don't give me that "If everyone joined the Air Force because it was safer, we would have no Army" bullcrap... I was in the Army, I know, you do not.

You will do what you want to do, I just do not understand why you need to recreate the wheel on this one?  Who knows, me saying what I said will probably make you do it even more "just to prove me wrong" huh?  Oh well, I have seen dumber stuff happen.  I used to hear private's say the same crap you did and guess what, their names are now forgotten by all except their families and friends.  I remember them, but ya know what, I would rather not have to remember them from past experiences, but instead remember them from BBQ's of today.

You are young man with a lot ahead of him.  I am not saying not to do military service, I am saying that you need to be a informed consumer so that your decisions will have long-term benefits.

As far as your "killing" comment, 99 times out of 100 you will not even pull the trigger in defense or offense.  Killing is easy Everett, living is the hard part. especially if you have killed.  NO guts no glory right?  Well that is bullcrap.
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TheGhost

#21
June 12, 2006, 12:20:04 AM
Even if I did change my mind, it's too late.  I've already got everything set up.  I take the physical and other tests next tuesday.  Am I just supposed to tell them I changed my mind?
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Shakey

#22
June 12, 2006, 06:33:43 AM
Quote from: TheGhost on June 12, 2006, 12:20:04 AM
Even if I did change my mind, it's too late.  I've already got everything set up.  I take the physical and other tests next tuesday.  Am I just supposed to tell them I changed my mind?

You can hideout in Canada with the others that changed their mind.   :D

Orange_Crush

#23
June 12, 2006, 07:52:35 AM
Heh..

My Uncle was a WWII, Korea, and Vietnam Navy vet.  My dad was in the army.  My best friend was 82nd Airborne Artillery in Panama and Desert Storm.  My next door neighbor was a marine in Vietnam in '68-'69.

They ALL told me the same thing RD is saying.
I ain't got time for pain, the only pain I got time for is the pain i put on fools how don't know what time it is.

CaptMarvel

#24
June 12, 2006, 10:09:28 AM
Good for you, its truly important to give back to your country. I salute you! I did 4 yrs in active Navy back in 84' never once regretted it, didnt always enjoy it, but I'm real glad I did it now that I've gained some maturity and realize where our nations beginnings came from and what it's destiny is... Thank you in advance... :police:
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