I joined the US Navy when I was 17. I wanted to serve my country. I volunteered for air duty in Vietnam. I have no regrets and would do it again.
Good for you. My nephew (17) has just signed up with the Navy; he's got a nine-month wait before he begins training as an underwater welder. I don't know what led him to this decision; I'm just proud and grateful that he made it. GO NAVY!
" I volunteered for air duty in Vietnam"
I volunteered for the river boats three times until the Chief finally suggested that I STFU in no uncertain terms. I think his consternation had something to do with me being an Airman.