In the end inky 17 of the 83 men made it through the 10-week training. Its time to graduate. They still obey any and all orders the instructors give them. Many of the 17 will go into war or even a battle risking their lives for our freedom and our country. Even though many have wivies and children, they still stand and fight for our rights as American citizens. Protecting is from the enemies that threaten to hurt…
OBJECTIVE: To obtain an appointment as a Warrant Officer, USAR, in MOS 420A, Human Resources Technician…
I know I’m very excited about it. As I’m getting my cap ready, decorating it and making plans with my friends; I’m reminded by my grandfather who, the day after his graduation, went to Vietnam, that not everyone gets this celebration. He didn’t get a graduation party; he didn’t get a bonfire with his friends. He walked off his graduation stage onto a plane headed for war. And how lucky are we that he did. That he and 2.5 million others did. These people didn’t get parties. They instead got flying bullets and little support from home. So please, in this time of joy for those of you graduating or celebrating a family member or friend’s graduation, do not forget of the Americans who, instead of celebrating, died on the battlefield. And instead of celebrating today as a day to barbeque and drink, remember that today, is a day of…
Being a member of the US military is considered one of the most, if not the most, patriotic titles a person can have in connection with this country. Serving in the military allows one to develop a sense of integrity and direction that reflects the American spirit. You, dear reader, may have family and/or friends who actively serve or have served as US military personnel. Maybe you are or have been an active member yourself. If so, your service is admired.…
My ardent aspiration to attend one of the service academies began in the quiet way that dreams do – as a simple idea. I had always considered military service as a career path, and the academies combined that interest with a pseudo-typical four years of college and the opportunity to graduate as an officer. Upon attending the Naval Academy Summer Seminar, though, I realized that, more than anything else, what sets the service academies distinctly apart from all other schools is the strong sense of unity forged by the exceedingly difficult trials which students endure together. Not a college exists that tests the students in the way the service academies do – both intellectually and physically.…
America was founded on, and has been continuously defined by, extraordinary leaders. Without the tireless guidance and dedication of generations of these men and women, our country would never have grown into the renowned nation it is today. The ideals and values that these leaders embodied, and what our country has accomplished under their direction, has inspired me; I long to someday advance and defend this nation’s greatness through my leadership. This desire, paired with my passion for the military, is what has, and continues to, motivate me to attend a service academy. Furthermore, I wish to reciprocate the investment this country has made in me. Our country has provided me with access to exceptional opportunities, education, and freedoms;…
Even though the day didn’t start out too vigorous, it ended dexterously. This day was filled with excitement and motivation, but most of all it boosted my confidence. I did something never anticipated to do.…
The United States Military has always been an influential and important part of my life growing up as child. My grandfather was a Marine who fought in the battle of Okinawa during World War II and he has always instilled a deep sense of pride and respect for my country in me. As a child, I dreamt that one day I would have the honor and the opportunity of becoming a member of the United States military and make him proud. Today, I serve in the United States Army as a Non-Commissioned Officer and I have had the pleasure of leading and mentoring junior enlisted soldiers, as well as my peers, for the past ten years. I believe my experience, professionalism, and leadership will be helpful in serving my country as a United States Army Officer.…
Graduation! The day is finally here! Instead of being excited you suddenly feel very perturbed. The first thing that comes to mind is “Now I have to go to the military.” How would you feel if you were in this situation?…
At first glance, in 2005, I was assigned to the United States Army Technical Escort Unit. The unit was undergoing a transformation. My 1SG came to me and asked if I preferred Special Duty as a Drill Sergeant, Recruiter or an Instructor. I felt that I did not qualify as a Recruiter by being a single parent. I did not feel that I had the personality to be a Drill Sergeant, so I chose Instructor. The transition process was instantaneous. I envisioned from the moment I made the decision; I was in Redstone Arsenal, Alabama.…
When joining the armed forces, you never quite know what will happen or what to expect next. It can be an amazing or a gruesome journey, but it depends on how you want it to be. At the beginning the journey might seems scary and intimidating, but as time goes on, you soon get use to the lifestyle and learn a great deal from the experience.…
Let me start by telling you what a great honor it is to be invited to your NCO Academy Graduation Banquet and celebrate your accomplishments with you. On behalf of the Air Force, I would like to congratulate all of you on what you have accomplished over the last six weeks. It truly is a time to celebrate.…
Millenky, M., Bloom, D..& Dillon, C. (2010). Making the Transition: Interim Results of the National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Evaluation. New York:…
Since I was a young child, I have always admired the United States military. I have always had a deep sense of pride in my country and believed that one day I too would find myself in the United States military. Today, I am a member of the Army enlisted corps. I serve with honorable junior enlisted and Non-Commissioned Officers who deserve great respect. I am ready to take what I have learned from the enlisted corps and move forward in my efforts to expand my knowledge and abilities by becoming a commissioned officer in the United States Army.…
In the military there are many challenges we face on a daily basis. Being a soldier facing these challenges gives me a sense of self. Facing adversity along with overcoming adversity I know I have completed my task. When there is a job to be done, I take pride in completing the task at hand. It is equally important to me that I do my job well, by aiming to achieve and exceed the standard. Seeing the end…