I was in the ARMY, stationed out of Ft. Campbell, KY. I was a ALSE technician and a rescue swimmer for search and rescue. I was assigned to HHC 160th SOAR (Special Operations Aviation Reg.)
Couple things I would like to note. I went to college while I was in the ARMY. They have great programs out there and if you put your mind to it, you can get a degree while you are in.
I wouldn't join if I had a family. I have seen too much happen to ever worry about a family. I think being a soldier is definitely a singles game. I would watch guys deploy and the next night their wives were at the bar missing their wedding ring trying to pick up guys. Its sad.
I also would not own pets while I was in the military. I moved around too much and traveled a lot.
As far as basic goes, I didnt think it was that hard. Just be prepared to do a lot of push ups and running. I LOVED Airborne and Air assault school but 20 mile ruck marches were the worst. I have scarring on my feet from completing a 20 mile ruck march and taking my boots off just to pour the blood out.
All in all the military was a great move for me. I enjoyed the friends/brothers I made while I was in. I got to see a lot of places and I think it made me a better person. It is a personal decision however, that you alone must make, to decide to dedicate your life to the military.
Wish you all the best.
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