Subj : Re: OT Military
To   : All
From : pagan
Date : Sat Jan 11 2003 07:09 am

Being one of the few here who have a) served, and b) have Viet Nam era credit I 
can give you some honest input. I went into the Navy at 19 - a confirmed 
peacenik who hates structure and authority (still do). Scary time, as we were 
in an undeclared war situation and classmates were being killed. I went Dental 
- with training in the Operating Room, meaning I could easily have been sent to 
a MASH type unit or a hospital ship. I would have had no problem going inspite 
of my pacifist beliefs mainly because I would have been directly involved in 
saving lives and easing discomfort.

Would I do it again? In a heartbeat. For a younger person with no clear path in 
life, it is an excellent start. As you will have finished college, you would 
most likely be an officer, and that notation on your resume is as good as gold 
with many companies. It shows you can make a commitment and abide by it, and 
you will get a good chance to practice your management skills. Even if you went 
enlisted, I would recommend it with one caveat... qualify for and go to a 
school. In some cases you advance faster, and military training is a great key 
to better wages and starting positions on the outside world. 

Over 20 years after I got out, I have few regrets about the 4+ years of active 
duty and 10 years of inactive reserve commitment. Make your choices, qualify 
for the path you choose, and aim high... I know full well you can do it, and do 
well with it.

Pagan


>From a message by sloppy about OT Military:
> With an anticipated graduation from college in December, I've been pondering 
what to do from this point on in life.  I recently hit upon the idea of the 
military, was wondering if people could offer input, horror stories, advice, 
warnings, etc.  Anything would be appreciated.



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