Military? What branch?

AFRunner · 09-26-2003, 09:17 AM

UKMeyers homecoming just got me wandering on this topic. How many here are military. Active duty, Guard, Reserve, or Retired(thank you for your service!) No real reason, just curiousity.
Thanks
Aaron Smith
Air Force

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Ric · 09-26-2003, 12:37 PM

i was ARMY, infantry, (EIB) 3yrs then res. for another 3
but i think this has been poted..
Ric

george16 · 09-26-2003, 03:50 PM

Active duty Navy. Gas Turbine Technician, 12 years.

George

Reed23 · 09-26-2003, 04:00 PM

ex-AF

SP (stupid person can you believe I scored a 97 on my ASVAB)

Reed

DRTDEVL · 09-26-2003, 04:21 PM

88M24, US Army Motor Transport Operator/Recruiter.

(Can you believe I scored a 94 on the ASVAB and wanted to be a truck driver???)

And as for ASVAB scores equating to military branches, here are some interesting facts, straight from the Department of Defense...

If you are a Senior in High School, you must score:

28 National Guard
31 Marines, all (Although exceptions are granted for 28-30).
31 Army Reserve
31 Navy Active/Reserve (Male)
40 Air Force Active/Reserve/ANG
50 Navy Active/Reserve (Female)
50 Active Duty Army (all)

The reasons for the Army requiring the highest test scores are:

High level of patriotism in the ranks
High retention
Changes in mission posture/technology
Highest bonuses/college money

and the biggest reason of all...

The Army is currently OVERSTRENGTH by 9,800 soldiers on active duty (can't pay people to get out right now), while the other services are undermanned.

I know the common misconception that the "smart" kids join the USAF, and the "dumb" kids join the Army, but times have changed. The Army is seeking out only the highest caliber of applicants. We are no longer a juvenile delinquent camp. Have a violent charge... DQ. 2 Drug charges... DQ. GED... DQ. No GED... Get out of my office NOW! 6 moving violations... DQ. 4 or more Tattoos... DQ. Anything on campus... DQ. Wife Beater... DQ.

Get the picture?

Anyone qualified and ready for a challenge? Let me know!

WolfpackTLC · 09-26-2003, 04:42 PM

USN, duty served... 4 years.
GM2, SWIC

I miss the military. Civilian life is so... disorganized. And, I don't trust half the people I work with. Everyone I worked w/ in the Navy I trusted w/ my life. Call me cynical, but I feel like it's true.

AFRunner · 09-26-2003, 05:20 PM

I scored a 98 and I am a crew chief. Go figure. As far as standards, anything can be waived, all services have the most intelligent and well educated personel ever. However AF does not allow any drug convictions, I didn't think any branch did. Oh-well, I think now more than ever you are seeing the true integration of combat abilities. I respect the hell out of all you front line guys, but no more so than the guys fixing the equipment. Guess I'm biased though

I do appreciate the effort of all though, makes me sleep a little easier.
Aaron
P.S. Are you all still under stop-loss?

rixham · 09-26-2003, 05:44 PM

USAF here. Weapons Controller on the E-3A AWACS.

DRTDEVL · 09-26-2003, 05:48 PM

Quote:

all services have the most intelligent and well educated personel ever.

Well said...

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However AF does not allow any drug convictions, I didn't think any branch did.

Convictions, no. Charges, yes.

Possession <20g. = BN Waiver.
Possession paraphenalia. = BN Wiaver.
Both at same time = BN Waiver.
Both separately. = Commanding General's waiver (45-60 days turnaround).

Quote:

I think now more than ever you are seeing the true integration of combat abilities.

Yes. All services live in the same facilities, eat the same food, drink the same water, fight the same fight, and move to the theater of operations the same way.

Quote:

I respect the hell out of all you front line guys, but no more so than the guys fixing the equipment.

Everyone is eligible for "front lines" now (even females, and yes, the USAF, too).

Quote:

Are you all still under stop-loss?

No.

Woodbert · 09-26-2003, 06:01 PM

USMC Retired. I currently work for the US Navy as a civilian.

AFRunner · 09-26-2003, 09:03 PM

I know everyone is eligable for front lines, and some AF is there. What I meant is that as an F-16 mechanic, my chances are slim to none as far as being put in a foxhole or stuck in a convoy.

Woodbert · 09-26-2003, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by AFRunner
I know everyone is eligable for front lines, and some AF is there. What I meant is that as an F-16 mechanic, my chances are slim to none as far as being put in a foxhole or stuck in a convoy.

Not if your at Osan or Kunsan.

AFRunner · 09-26-2003, 10:01 PM

True enough.

L33T35T 4Runner · 09-27-2003, 12:33 AM

I'm a DEPer (Delayed Entry Program) for the US Marine Corps

I leave October 13, very, very soon

Woodbert · 09-27-2003, 01:11 AM

Good luck recruit. Let me know how Mount MF is

AFRunner · 09-27-2003, 05:30 AM

Good luck man!!!! Stick it out, remember, nothing good comes easy.

Ric · 09-27-2003, 05:49 AM

hey GOOD LUCK man, just take one day at a time, and like some all readt said, any thing worth having dont come easy, but you will be glad you did it when your done... you will feel pride, a type of pride that no one can explain,,, me me feel good to know that people still take there freedom and liberties serious enough to fight for them,,
THANK YOU to all who have served this awesome country !!!!!!!

09-26-2003, 12:37 PM	#2 (permalink)
Ric Banned - User requested Vendor Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: earth Posts: 3,499	ARMY i was ARMY, infantry, (EIB) 3yrs then res. for another 3 but i think this has been poted.. Ric

09-26-2003, 03:50 PM	#3 (permalink)
george16 Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Florida Posts: 508	Active duty Navy. Gas Turbine Technician, 12 years. George __________________ *99 Desert Dune SR5 4WD 5spd, Extended diff breathers, Deck plate mod. Bilstein Shocks, Hella 500 fog lights mounted on TJM T-15, Stubbs sliders, Type "O" Throttle body gasket, Optima Redtop, ARB RD23 rear locker and air compressor, Shackle hangers, Custom catback exhaust with Magnaflow muffler.

09-26-2003, 04:42 PM	#6 (permalink)
WolfpackTLC Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 825	USN, duty served... 4 years. GM2, SWIC I miss the military. Civilian life is so... disorganized. And, I don't trust half the people I work with. Everyone I worked w/ in the Navy I trusted w/ my life. Call me cynical, but I feel like it's true. __________________ 1995 Land Cruiser -ARB'd, OME'D, Slee'd, Warn'd, lifted, locked, dented, WHEELED.

09-26-2003, 05:20 PM	#7 (permalink)
AFRunner Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Germany Posts: 445	I scored a 98 and I am a crew chief. Go figure. As far as standards, anything can be waived, all services have the most intelligent and well educated personel ever. However AF does not allow any drug convictions, I didn't think any branch did. Oh-well, I think now more than ever you are seeing the true integration of combat abilities. I respect the hell out of all you front line guys, but no more so than the guys fixing the equipment. Guess I'm biased though I do appreciate the effort of all though, makes me sleep a little easier. Aaron P.S. Are you all still under stop-loss? __________________ 2007 Tacoma DC 4WD TRD In Germany. Haven't been here since I got rid of the last Runner in 2005. Glad to be back in 'yota's. Last edited by AFRunner; 09-26-2003 at 05:21 PM.

09-26-2003, 05:44 PM	#8 (permalink)
rixham Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Fredneck, MD Posts: 416	USAF here. Weapons Controller on the E-3A AWACS. __________________ *Robert* TRD 2nd Gen S/C w/URD Fuel Mods \| TRD Headers \| TRD Catback Exhaust \| K&N Intake w/ Amsoil Filter \| Amsoil BMK-13 Dual Remote Oil Filtration Kit, and Fluids \| OME 881/891 \| 285/75 BFG AT/KO's \| Centerforce Dual-Friction Clutch \| ARB Lockers Front & Rear \|

09-26-2003, 04:00 PM	#4 (permalink)
Reed23 Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 33	ex-AF SP (stupid person can you believe I scored a 97 on my ASVAB) Reed

09-26-2003, 04:21 PM	#5 (permalink)
DRTDEVL Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: HELL Paso, TX Posts: 247	88M24, US Army Motor Transport Operator/Recruiter. (Can you believe I scored a 94 on the ASVAB and wanted to be a truck driver???) And as for ASVAB scores equating to military branches, here are some interesting facts, straight from the Department of Defense... If you are a Senior in High School, you must score: 28 National Guard 31 Marines, all (Although exceptions are granted for 28-30). 31 Army Reserve 31 Navy Active/Reserve (Male) 40 Air Force Active/Reserve/ANG 50 Navy Active/Reserve (Female) 50 Active Duty Army (all) The reasons for the Army requiring the highest test scores are: High level of patriotism in the ranks High retention Changes in mission posture/technology Highest bonuses/college money and the biggest reason of all... The Army is currently OVERSTRENGTH by 9,800 soldiers on active duty (can't pay people to get out right now), while the other services are undermanned. I know the common misconception that the "smart" kids join the USAF, and the "dumb" kids join the Army, but times have changed. The Army is seeking out only the highest caliber of applicants. We are no longer a juvenile delinquent camp. Have a violent charge... DQ. 2 Drug charges... DQ. GED... DQ. No GED... Get out of my office NOW! 6 moving violations... DQ. 4 or more Tattoos... DQ. Anything on campus... DQ. Wife Beater... DQ. Get the picture? Anyone qualified and ready for a challenge? Let me know!

09-26-2003, 06:01 PM	#10 (permalink)
Woodbert Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,147	USMC Retired USMC Retired. I currently work for the US Navy as a civilian. __________________ Woody "Drive your Dreams" 2003 Dark Blue Mica 4X4 Hilux Surf SSR-G 5VZ-FE V6. My 2003 HILUX Surf Checkout My Truck \|Full Leather\| \|Moon Roof\|\|XREAS\| \|Rear Torsen LSD\| \|Mobil 1 Synth Oil\| \|TRD Sport Oil Filter\| \|TRD Cat-Back Exhaust\|\|Dueler A/T Revos 265-70-17\|\|THULE/Toyota Lappland 619 Roof Rack/Basket\| \|Full Husky Liners\| \|Cee Bailey's Window shades\| \|Toyota OEM Vent Visors\|\|Griots and Porter "Corey" wax treatment\| \|Soon: TRD Air Filter\|Stay tuned for more...\| 2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Jet Ski "With the right vessel, it easy to get a good crew." 1993 Hilux Surf SSR-G "Sold"

09-26-2003, 09:03 PM	#11 (permalink)
AFRunner Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Germany Posts: 445	I know everyone is eligable for front lines, and some AF is there. What I meant is that as an F-16 mechanic, my chances are slim to none as far as being put in a foxhole or stuck in a convoy. __________________ 2007 Tacoma DC 4WD TRD In Germany. Haven't been here since I got rid of the last Runner in 2005. Glad to be back in 'yota's.

09-26-2003, 10:01 PM	#13 (permalink)
AFRunner Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Germany Posts: 445	True enough. __________________ 2007 Tacoma DC 4WD TRD In Germany. Haven't been here since I got rid of the last Runner in 2005. Glad to be back in 'yota's.

09-27-2003, 12:33 AM	#14 (permalink)
L33T35T 4Runner Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Fountain Valley, CA (so cali) Posts: 1,997	I'm a DEPer (Delayed Entry Program) for the US Marine Corps I leave October 13, very, very soon __________________ 2003 Tacoma. lifted, locked, armored. Some goodies here and there 1989 MR2. lowered, supercharged.

09-27-2003, 01:11 AM	#15 (permalink)
Woodbert Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,147	Good Luck L33T35T Good luck recruit. Let me know how Mount MF is __________________ Woody "Drive your Dreams" 2003 Dark Blue Mica 4X4 Hilux Surf SSR-G 5VZ-FE V6. My 2003 HILUX Surf Checkout My Truck \|Full Leather\| \|Moon Roof\|\|XREAS\| \|Rear Torsen LSD\| \|Mobil 1 Synth Oil\| \|TRD Sport Oil Filter\| \|TRD Cat-Back Exhaust\|\|Dueler A/T Revos 265-70-17\|\|THULE/Toyota Lappland 619 Roof Rack/Basket\| \|Full Husky Liners\| \|Cee Bailey's Window shades\| \|Toyota OEM Vent Visors\|\|Griots and Porter "Corey" wax treatment\| \|Soon: TRD Air Filter\|Stay tuned for more...\| 2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Jet Ski "With the right vessel, it easy to get a good crew." 1993 Hilux Surf SSR-G "Sold"

09-27-2003, 05:30 AM	#16 (permalink)
AFRunner Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Germany Posts: 445	Good luck man!!!! Stick it out, remember, nothing good comes easy. __________________ 2007 Tacoma DC 4WD TRD In Germany. Haven't been here since I got rid of the last Runner in 2005. Glad to be back in 'yota's.

09-27-2003, 05:49 AM	#17 (permalink)
Ric Banned - User requested Vendor Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: earth Posts: 3,499	L33T35T 4Runner hey GOOD LUCK man, just take one day at a time, and like some all readt said, any thing worth having dont come easy, but you will be glad you did it when your done... you will feel pride, a type of pride that no one can explain,,, me me feel good to know that people still take there freedom and liberties serious enough to fight for them,, THANK YOU to all who have served this awesome country !!!!!!!

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