Sarge's Recruiter PING, and thanks to Tame for a good thread.
Calpernia: Any thoughts?
I can do ages 17 to 35 years + 364 days. And that's without prior service.
But Old Sarge,
There might be other issues. Weight say, and APFT.
I know I'm 33 and prior service, but no unit needs a 33 year old out of shape E4 with 11 year break in active service.
Maybe this fella has a certain skillset, such that he could work for DoD or DA and help the fight that way?
That's what I understood, as well:
http://usmilitary.about.com/library/weekly/aa082701a.htm
Still, I think Tame makes a really good arguement (tho that particular choice of usernames seems a bit contradictory ;)!)
There SHOULD be a special amendment, to account for war-time military demands. His mention of the draft is an excellent example, and directly negates (or at least deminishes) the need for a draft (aka conscription) program!
I would email / contact my local rep's (but oddly enough, the NC rep's [not discounting Mrs. Dole] are all Dem's). Still, I personally support such an ammendment! Let's hope that the few non-MSM journalist, radio hosts & tv spokesman will pick this up!!
Question:
My husband has inquired about joining. He meets the basic reqs, but we have 3 kids, and they want us to sign custody over for at least 2 to grandparents, because of costs. Does that sound right to you?
Thanks for your time.
How about 39+ with prior enlistment? I also have a degree that qualifies me for a Junior Officer rate...
I just sent him the URL to my group. We have tasks for abled body through disabled. Thanks for the ping.