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I Joined the Army instead of the Marines
Nick

Posted on 04/15/2006 2:06:04 PM PDT by LittleJohnnyEdwards

You may remember a few months back around Novemeber, I was going to join the Marines. I finally told my parents and they freaked but they comprmised. I talked to both the Marines and Army I felt the Army gave me the best opportunity to serve my country in the way I want.I joined the Delay Entry Program in which I was able to move up a rank before going to boot camp. I'll be a signal support specialist, I leave two weeks after my graduation for boot camp. I look forward to serving in Iraq or Afghanistan that's why I joined. For me I couldn't sit back and agree with a war, and have other people fight for our country. After four years of service I plan on going to Texas State university and earn a Sports Marketing degree. If I still feel our country still needs men like me, i'll go in as officer.


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To: A.A. Cunningham

Not caught. Not Crap. Not Revionist.

The revision is the Marines pushing the birth of the "Modern Marine Corps" back to the Revolution.

Marine dress blues were originally hand-me-downs from Anthony Waynes force at Fallen Timbers.

Army officers who were on sea service with the Navy were called Marines. The bureaucracy came later, with the historical revision.

"The Marines? Aren't they the Navy's police force, but with a propaganda arm that would embarass Joe Stalin?"

guess who said that...


101 posted on 04/15/2006 3:33:16 PM PDT by Donald Meaker (You don't drive a car looking through the rear view mirror, but you do practice politics that way.)
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To: LittleJohnnyEdwards

Spend all your free time getting in good shape, and say prayers of thanksgiving for being accepted!


102 posted on 04/15/2006 3:37:25 PM PDT by Ken522
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To: LittleJohnnyEdwards

Spend all your free time getting in good shape, and say prayers of thanksgiving for being accepted!


103 posted on 04/15/2006 3:38:01 PM PDT by Ken522
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To: LittleJohnnyEdwards

Tank Hill is not too bad.

Always listen to your Drill Sergeants, and use your best judgment.

Good luck!


104 posted on 04/15/2006 3:40:09 PM PDT by Emmet Fitzhume ("It is better to be alone than in bad company.")
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To: Blueflag
Good afternoon.
"Better selection of MOS's in the USArmy ;-)"

Is there a need for anymore than an 11B MOS with a P after it? I guess there, is isn't there.

Michael Frazier
105 posted on 04/15/2006 3:44:02 PM PDT by brazzaville (no surrender no retreat, well, maybe retreat's ok)
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To: bad company; LittleJohnnyEdwards
It is this Spirit that keeps our country strong. To all those who serve and have served......I salute you. TSgt Mar mar
106 posted on 04/15/2006 3:51:50 PM PDT by marmar (Pray for our Warriors...they are the greatest there are............)
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To: RaceBannon

http://www.montney.com/marine/brief.htm

"In 1834 the marines became part of the Department of the Navy."

Before that, it was governed by the Articles of War, meaning it was part of the Army.


107 posted on 04/15/2006 3:55:22 PM PDT by Donald Meaker (You don't drive a car looking through the rear view mirror, but you do practice politics that way.)
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To: A.A. Cunningham

"In 1834 the marines became part of the Department of the Navy."

http://www.montney.com/marine/brief.htm

Before then, the Marines were governed by the Articles of War, meaning they were part of the Army.


108 posted on 04/15/2006 3:56:39 PM PDT by Donald Meaker (You don't drive a car looking through the rear view mirror, but you do practice politics that way.)
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To: LittleJohnnyEdwards

I salute you, LJE. Thank you for what you're doing.

And speaking as somebody who survived seven summers in Columbia...hope you like humidity! :) Great people, though.

}:-)4


109 posted on 04/15/2006 3:58:18 PM PDT by Moose4 (Please don't call me "white trash." I prefer "Caucasian recyclable.")
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To: brazzaville

The largest branch in the Army is Infantry (11 series). The second largest branch is Military Intelligence. For reference, that includes most unmanned aircraft operators, as well as the technical guys who look at enemy communications.

And yes, you need a "R" after the 11B, or after 11C. Inside joke.


110 posted on 04/15/2006 4:03:02 PM PDT by Donald Meaker (You don't drive a car looking through the rear view mirror, but you do practice politics that way.)
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To: LittleJohnnyEdwards
God bless you son. Its been a little over twenty years since I made a similar decision. Thought I'd be fighting the Ruskies in the Norwegian Sea back then.

You've joined knowing you'll likely be in real fighting. You've already shown a good deal of courage and honor.
111 posted on 04/15/2006 4:31:12 PM PDT by SampleMan
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To: LittleJohnnyEdwards

Good luck my man and God bless ya on this Easter.


112 posted on 04/15/2006 4:39:14 PM PDT by Texas_Jarhead (Say NO! to "No Illegal Alien Left Behind" legislation...)
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To: Donald Meaker
Good evening.

I went from being an 11B to being an 11F when I made E-5.

I tell the young guys I meet who are enlisting these days to pick an Infantry MOS but most just decline politely.

Michael Frazier
113 posted on 04/15/2006 4:49:00 PM PDT by brazzaville (no surrender no retreat, well, maybe retreat's ok)
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To: LittleJohnnyEdwards

Welcome to the Army.

Before you ship out rent the 1980's movie Stripes with Bill Murray and John Candy. It's funny (at least I thought it was back then before I joined up).

I'm sure there are still references to the movie in Basic, particularly to Francis, the recruit.

Recruit Francis - "Any of you call me Francis, I'll kill you...any of you touch any of my stuff...I'll kill you...and if any of you homos touch me...I'll kill you!"

Drill Sargeant - "Lighten up, Francis"


114 posted on 04/15/2006 5:10:17 PM PDT by cll (Carthage must be destroyed)
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To: LittleJohnnyEdwards
Remember.... .have your hair long when you go into the depot. That way, it will be a change of life for you.

Good luck, and G_d bless!

115 posted on 04/15/2006 5:15:19 PM PDT by Maigrey (Inspired by G_d; Guided by JC, and kicked in the (backside) by TC. What a Trio!)
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To: LittleJohnnyEdwards

God Bless you, Johnny. You're a hero already.


116 posted on 04/15/2006 5:23:37 PM PDT by manwiththehands ("'Rule of law'? We don't need no stinkin' rule of law! We want amnesty, muchacho!")
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To: JoJo Gunn

God Bless you Soldier and keep you safe. Thank you for your service to America!


117 posted on 04/15/2006 5:56:03 PM PDT by maxwellp
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To: LittleJohnnyEdwards

Good Luck. My Uncle was a career Army man. Korea and Vietnam. His file is painted black and he passed in 1994. He loved the Army and his Country. You made a great choice.
Thank you for serving our country.


118 posted on 04/15/2006 5:59:54 PM PDT by fedupjohn (If we try to fight the war on terror with eyes shut + ears packed with wax, innocent people will die)
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To: DTogo; cardinal4

I guess the clown that came up with that "Army of One" slogan never read General Patton's speech.


119 posted on 04/15/2006 6:04:49 PM PDT by Ax (I learned all I needed to know about Islam during my two years in Saudi Arabia.)
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To: LittleJohnnyEdwards

Good luck, but what's this "Army" outfit I keep hearing about?

8<)

Former USN, 2 brothers in USN, one in USAF, 1 sister in USN (ret ETCS), son & grandson of USN vets, brothers in law in USAF (ex-Minuteman missiles) and Army )ex-Patriot missiles). Couple of cousins, etc also in at verious times.....


120 posted on 04/15/2006 6:11:38 PM PDT by Robert A Cook PE (I can only donate monthly, but Hillary's ABBCNNBCBS continue to lie every day!)
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