Deciding to enlist in the Marines was a wise choice Deciding to enlist in the Marines was a...

DavidT8899 · 22-25, M

While joining the Marines is certainly a great achievement,I've been told that it lacks the job training that the other branches of the armed forces offer;the only thing they teach you is how to kill people.Unless you plan on being a "lifer",or join the Mafia when your tour is up,that's not exactly a profitable life skill.

GuyWithOpinions · 31-35, M

I wish i joined the army. Iv had opportunities to enlist but never did because I was persuaded with a different life. I now regret it.

BridgeOvertroubledWaters · 61-69, M

I have great respect for you and all of us who serve.
I served in the IDF , three years mandatory service and another 21 in the reserves.

Repete · 61-69, M

It was a good choice for me also but then four years later I made a different choice and got out . Liked the time I was there, great memories and probably should have stayed in.

Thank you for serving your country for so many years.

MarineBob · 56-60, M

KentuckyWildcats · M

I was drafted in 1970 in the 1st draftt lottery. Sent to Vietnam as a Infantryman for 12 months. Got an early out after serving 20 months. Best thing that ever happeneed to me.

VA in my town is really good to me.