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You're In the Army, Now!
Remember the old movies where the men joined the French Foreign Legion in order to forget? Well, I guess you could say she did the same when joining the Army. Her personal life was in an uproar from a break up to your place of employment for the last 4 years going, "Belly Up." In other words, she joined for all the wrong reasons but was determined to make the best of things. She was to go to AFEES, (Armed Forces Examining and Entrance Station) in Boston first, then travel by subway to the airport to catch a flight to lovely Fort Jackson in Columbia, South Carolina. This was her first attempt at navigating the subway system and she was having difficulty. She would ask someone which line to take, not realizing she also had to know which direction the airport was in. She took the green line, got off and found she had traveled the wrong direction. After some time doing this, she eventually set her bags down and burst out crying, partially from sheer frustration. A man working for the T spoke to her and explained how to navigate the underground. At last, she arrived at the AFEES building. When she finished her business and was preparing for her flight, she made a stop at a restroom to use the facilities and to freshen up before her flight. At one point, she set her eyeglasses on top of the waste basket in order to wash her face when she watched them slip off the barrel and smash on the floor. "Great," she thought, just what I need, I am nearsighted meaning I can't see far away and now I am visually impaired. What a way to begin your enlistment. She boarded the plane and settled down to await her arrival.
By Donna Gilchrest8 years ago in Serve
What Are Army Rangers?
If you are a fan of Navy SEAL movies and similar things involving the military, you've probably heard a lot of different roles you can play in the US military. The truth is that there are many high-ranking military groups that just don't get the press that others do.
By Cato Conroy8 years ago in Serve
History of the Marine Corps
Some of us know almost everything about the Marine Corps. What they do, how long they serve, etc. But, what about their history? Where did the Marine Corps really come from? Most of us don't know the history behind many of the United States Armed Forces, it's normal. But we should know the origins of these forces and how they came to be.
By Jacqueline Hanikeh8 years ago in Serve
Best Jobs for Veterans
Getting out of the military can be a jarring experience for many of our servicemen and women. Returning to civilian life can be hard enough, and while these brave men and women are trying to get their personal lives back in order, they have to worry about something that can be extremely stressful even under the best circumstances: finding a job.
By Joseph Farley8 years ago in Serve
Things You May Not Know About the US Marine Corps
For many people in the military world, joining the USMC was the best decision they ever made in their lives. They eat, sleep, and breathe military life — and they absolutely love it. For others, it's not a lifestyle they'd want to pursue. Even so, most people know a little bit about the US Marine Corps.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Serve
Continuing the Legacy
I remember sitting and intently listening to my grandfather and father talk about their time served in the military. I remember them sharing stories of heroism, death of close friends and the long lasting affects of being at war. I worry about my brothers both serving in the military, one a Marine and the other a Navy sailor. Neither have seen war, but ISIS is lurking around every corner and each and every day media reports another heinous crime committed by ISIS. I know it's not if my brothers will be deployed, but when.
By Savannah Nyberg8 years ago in Serve
Greatest Military Books of All Time
Some of those who've never experienced the military life want to know what it feels like, how it was, and every aspect of the journey helping our country. Sometimes, not every film or every novel can cover enough of the answers to our questions — there's definitely a lot when it comes to the military. The training, the actual fighting, socialization, and even military traditions are fascinating. Almost every single solider in the military has a different feeling and approach to their experiences. That's why there's so many amazing documentaries and books based on these soldiers and what they went though. Like these Navy SEAL movies.
By Jacqueline Hanikeh8 years ago in Serve
'Dunkirk': Christopher Nolan's Latest Tour de Force
July 21 saw the premiere of Christopher Nolan's latest film.Dunkirk is the blockbuster hit we've been waiting for all summer, as it tells the story of the bravery and resilience of a little-known battle in France. The battle between the Allies and Nazi Germany took place in May and June of 1940.
By Marina Caitlin Watts8 years ago in Serve
What to Know About the Army National Guard. Top Story - September 2017.
A lot of us know alot about the Navy, the Air Force, the Marines, Coast Guard, etc. But what about the Army National Guard? Most of us have heard of it before, but don't quite know enough about it. And, of course, we should know more about all of the armed forces who fight for our country and keep us safe.
By Jacqueline Hanikeh8 years ago in Serve
