These kids out of high school get sold the education opportunities and the chance to do positive things. They probably should have a clue when they're given lessons on how to use a gun. But, gosh, they're just so darn young.
I say this from my son's experience. He went to West Point knowing full well that it was to serve his nation, develop excellence, get an unbelievable education, and, oh yes, fight wars. I'm not sure the "fight wars" part was real until his on-Army post training after Sophomore year.
He was okay with that part, because he was always very serious about knowing how to defend himself and take care of himself. But these 18 year old girls just out of high school? I wonder how many really do think of their obligation in that light.