USSoldier11B 0 Posted April 16, 2002 I was reading some thread and someone commented on how much military knowledge I had for my age. It reminded me that today I hit three years in the military. I just earned my first service stripe. Wow, it doesn't feel like it has been three years. Yes three years ago today I was some green high schooler that had no idea what he was getting himself into. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IceFire 0 Posted April 16, 2002 Ack, don't remind me about how late I am getting into the game! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aculaud 0 Posted April 16, 2002 heh, thats cool, man So, i heard you were National Guard. What exactly is that like? I mean, are you a foot soldier, support, sniper, grenadier? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BLARG_ATTACK! 0 Posted April 16, 2002 congrats man! i didnt know you were a military man it was me who said that post the reason why i said it man was cus you made fun of what i said about the parachute thing dont take it so seriously. what were you in? btw im 16 im going into army reserve this year! till i finish my school then im going to go on active duty then after i finish my basic im going special infantry 82nd airborne, then going into Rangers my life long dream was to become a SEAL ive been training for a month and it pays off i just hit 4 miles no stop! after that im transfering into the navy and going into the seals, easyier said than done i hope i make it. I never knew you were a military man congrats man!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tex -USMC- 0 Posted April 16, 2002 Hey congrats man. Just remember that despite what you hear, most Americans really do appreciate you putting your ass on the line. Cheers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USSoldier11B 0 Posted April 16, 2002 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">So, i heard you were National Guard. What exactly is that like? I mean, are you a foot soldier, support, sniper, grenadier?<span id='postcolor'> I am an Intel Analyst in the Military Intel detachment of my battalion. This is just temporary while I go to college. I am also a qualified infantryman. I shoot sniper riles on my own time, and I study the tactics on my own as well as learning from snipers in my unit. When I go back to go through selection I am going to try to get a Target Interdiction School slot. My assigned weapon in my unit is the M240B. I really fell in love with it. I am proficient in most foreign and domestic small arms though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aculaud 0 Posted April 16, 2002 cool. well, youve got my respect. Its something i could never do. Bootcamp alone would probably do me in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ralphwiggum 6 Posted April 16, 2002 congrats 11B! although I don't want anything to do with military except OFP(I had physical training, let alone mental), I say you are doing one heck of a job! and yes, you got a big gun with belt Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sheriff 0 Posted April 16, 2002 Congratulations!, Army apprenticeships will most likely guarantee you a job. Minimum age is only 17 and atleast a year 10 education. What are you waiting for people? Contact your local Army Recruitment office and enlist. Australian Armed forces, The Army, The Edge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LauryThorn 0 Posted April 16, 2002 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE"> I really fell in love with it<span id='postcolor'> What's her name? In Finland we have this assault rifle, RK 62, pretty much same as AK 47/74.. Mine was called Elsa. It's pretty popular name for assault rifles in Finland, at least was in my unit.. It was a real love/hate relationship, as I felt pretty relieved when I returned the gun.. ( Do the Finnish forum members know this: Elsa, olet kohtalon lapsi... ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USSoldier11B 0 Posted April 16, 2002 I haven't named the 240 yet. Afraid that my own personal sniper rifle "kate" might get jealous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LauryThorn 0 Posted April 16, 2002 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Afraid that my own personal sniper rifle "kate" might get jealous.<span id='postcolor'> Sniper rifle could be dangerous if she gets angry.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted April 16, 2002 I'm sorry for your loss of three years ..just kidding, good for you, if you like what you do! Btw, what rank are you now? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tovarish 0 Posted April 16, 2002 Congrats 11B! </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (LauryThorn @ April 16 2002,09:24)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">What's her name?<span id='postcolor'> Lol this reminds me of a high school buddy of mine who enlisted in the Canadian forces last year, during basic training he made a question about his "gun" and his drill sargent chewed him out: "You do not have a  GUN, you have a C-7 assault RIFLE! You will LOVE your rifle! You will give it a GIRL's NAME...." Heh, always cracked me up, especially since his luck with girls was never the best, but thats way offtopic  Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USSoldier11B 0 Posted April 17, 2002 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Btw, what rank are you now? <span id='postcolor'> E-4, Specialist. 1 rank below sergeant Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hasha 2 Posted April 17, 2002 How is that training like in SFAS, other than the US Spec Op, where else can I experience it? I really want to test my determination, courage and preserverance. BTW, i am 17 year old guy in Canada, Grade 12. Nice to meet YA! USSsoldier! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USSoldier11B 0 Posted April 17, 2002 ummm, I think I answered this in the other thread... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grey Fox 0 Posted April 17, 2002 Yeah that would be mine. Thanks for the info on the other thread. How much longer do you plan to stay in anyway? Will we celebrate 4 years for you next year? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted April 17, 2002 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (USSoldier11B @ April 17 2002,04:15)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE"></span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Btw, what rank are you now? <span id='postcolor'> E-4, Specialist. 1 rank below sergeant<span id='postcolor'> You meant to say: 1 rank below sergant, Sir! (I was sergant - well actually 'värnpliktig fänrik' now, which is enlisted second lieutenant - they promote you up one step after you leave the service here) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sheriff 0 Posted April 17, 2002 Not sure about other countries but Australia has a enlistment duration of about 5 years and up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USSoldier11B 0 Posted April 17, 2002 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Yeah that would be mine. Thanks for the info on the other thread. How much longer do you plan to stay in anyway? Will we celebrate 4 years for you next year?<span id='postcolor'> Until I am too old to fall out of a plane. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted April 17, 2002 </span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (denoir @ April 17 2002,07:08)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE"></span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote (USSoldier11B @ April 17 2002,04:15)</td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE"></span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Btw, what rank are you now? <span id='postcolor'> E-4, Specialist. 1 rank below sergeant<span id='postcolor'> You meant to say: 1 rank below sergant, Sir! (I was sergant - well actually 'värnpliktig fänrik' now, which is enlisted second lieutenant - they promote you up one step after you leave the service here)<span id='postcolor'> Btw, ussoldier, why didn't you go to the academy? It seems to me that the best way of making a military career is as an officer... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ale2999 0 Posted April 17, 2002 Congratulations. How many years are u going to remain in service. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USSoldier11B 0 Posted April 17, 2002 I actually recieved a service nomination to Westpoint from the Secretary of the Army in 2000. I decided not to go because I didn't want to put up with four years of B.S. when I can do ROTC and stay in a spec ops unit without having to go into a conventional unit. Sure a Westpoint degree will write you a ticket to a career in Washington, but that is no fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
