joing the army rangers?
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As a US Army Ranger, I never once thought of getting out of the service, until I reach mandatory retirement at 60 years of age. Simply for the fact that I am not granted the opportunity to get to do the things that Rangers do. Like blow stuff up, go off to far off lands. Meet people I don't know and learn a new skill for the use of my job. Sit for days, motionless to watch certain activity. And don't forget to play with all the new and neat toys the US Army has. You can sign up for a 4 year hitch, but if you plan to get out, you shouldn't join the Rangers, you have your thought process to believe that your time in the US Army is only temporary. Choose the Air Force or Navy and get a job with technology. \n  I have seen a lot in 18 years. I joined when I was 17, I begged my mom for a week to sign for me. I went thru Ranger School at 17, in great shape. My recruiter gave me hints on what to expect. I trained for four hours a day on running, push ups, and sit-ups. That is the key to success, Physical Fitness. That is why most guys fail they are not ready to put up with the physical part of it. Not to mention the long sleepless nights. \n The Darby Queen gets most of them. It is tough. I made it through Ranger School the first time. Out of the 173 guys that started with me. Only 26 made it out with the coveted Ranger Tab. Think about it.
791980
I'm out of the loop, so I'm not sure you can join at 17.  I'm sure a recruiter can answer your question.  The one part I can answer is that you can not directly join any special forces outfit.  To be a Ranger, a Seal, a Green Beret, etc you must enlist in the corresponding branch of service and work harder than you can possibly imagine.  If you want to be a Seal, you must enlist in the Navy.  Being in the Special Forces means you are way beyond the average soldier in terms of physical fitness and mental fortitude.  Good luck, soldier.
71400
If you have the desire, then you have what it takes.  Don't be scared by the taking orders because you'll learn that you have a choice.  You'll pick up on what's involved in advancement and how you can move through the ranks and get ahead of those who may actually be lame.  I'm not talking about moving up the ranks by doing indecent acts, but just applying yourself and displaying the army values, Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal courage.  If you incorporate these values, you'll be ahead of the game and you'll do fine.  Excel in every aspect that you can, score a 300 or above on the physical fitness test, achieve an expert marksman badge, complete correspondence courses and take college courses.  About an earlier comment, tuition reimbursment isn't a bonus, the military already pays 100% of your tuition while you're on active duty.  You just have to pay  for the books.  So take advantage of that program.  \n\nThe military isn't about taking orders.  It's about working as a team to accomplish your mission.  It's about following the instructions and guidance from your leaders.  Yes, you'll have some very bad leaders and at that point, you can stand up and suggest alternatives and work the chain of command to your advantage.  There are the proper ways to do things and then there's the defiant way to do things, which will only land you in trouble and eventually out the door.\n\nOh, it's a two mile run by the way.  See if a recruiter could give you a APFT card and check the score chart.  Work on reaching the max amount of push ups, sit ups and two mile run.  This will help in the long run, for a promotion to E-5.  I earned E-5 in less than three years and was barely 21 when I was leading soldiers.
438496
I joined the AF right after the start of Desert Storm. I din't join because of the war that's just when I went in and I loved it. Spent 7 yrs in before I was diagnoised with type 1 diabetes. I think it's a great chance for one to grow without just being dumped on your own right after high school. MOST AF people are behind the scenes We didn't go on on the front lines. Not to mention the AF treats their people really well. IF you do join, just remember boot camp is a mind game, the real AF is not like what you will endure in Boot camp. I say DO IT!!
207156
It really is amazing how many people you find in the Army that are willing to go out of their way for you, I guess that is why `they joined up. It is one of the biggest things I miss about being in. And rizzo822002, thank you and keep your head down.
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Are you a Ranger fan?
909405
Speaking as a Soldier, I sure hope you can.  I know that there are many folks out there who feel that all Soldiers are warmongers who only want to go and kill and fight.  But for many of us, that isn't the case.  Soldiers (and this likely goes for all branches, not just the Army) join so that they can be a part of something that is historically honorable, noble, and disciplined.  Not everyone can be a servicemember.  It takes a definite commitment to a particular way of life.  Unfortunately, part-and-parcel to that way of life is the fact that when our government calls us to duty, we have to go whether we like the reasoning behind it or not.  That is not to say that Soldiers don't have choices.  We do. Some Soldiers have disgraced our ranks and performed heinous acts against enemy POW's like at the Ahgraib prison. But, part of our oath is that we will follow the "lawful orders of those appointed over" us.  A lawful order means that it abides by all of the rules of the Uniform Code of Military Justice and the rules set forth by the Geneva Convention.\n\nWhether our government lied to get us into this war or it was simply as really dumb judgement call by the leadership is a subject that will likely be debated well into the future. But, in the here and now our servicemen and women are far from home and in dangerous territory.  Please support them.  They support you.
350776
Sounds great! I wish you luck. I was thinking on similar lines myself. You think these contractors would take in former non-US army personnel? Send me details if you come across any please.
877727
Yes. But you will have to be selected for ranger school after you enlist. It's also possible to have a special forces contract with the Army if you have high ASVEB test score and a hig PT score.
740013
If you become a citizen then you can join.  I'm not sure if you'd have to give up your US citizenship or not, but I wouldn't think so.  The JSDF was started with the help of the US, so you'll find the structure and uniforms very similar to ours.  You'll also have to decide on which branch you'd want to go into.  Just remember that you're still considered a citizen over there and not a member of a standard military.
597891
Go with what your heart feels. If you think that joining the National Guard is what you want to do and it makes you happy, then join. I love it.
831019
well the army just isnt the best. i mean their physical training and mental training isnt as hard as most other branches. however they have a MUCH easier boot camp now. but if i were you, being from iraq, ild show your families and americans that you have the power to be the best, join marines or something like that. and if you have to join the army go into airborne.\np.s. please dont turn out to be a terrorist, my mom would kill me.
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You cannot have a go-between. If you want to enlist in the British Armed forces (British Army, Royal Air Force or Royal Navy) then you need to go to a Armed Forced Recruiting office. You will be interviewed by a recruiting Serjeant and if deemed suitable you will have to undergo various written tests at a recruiting office. After this for men and women joining the Army you then have a "sponsoring regiment" who you will join after completion of basic training with the Army Training Regiment at one of the basic training depots such as Pirbright or Deepcut. After basic training you move to your regiment and complete your training in the specialist role such as Infantry, Engineers, Artillery etc.\n\nCheck out the service website for the nearest recruiting office or to talk online with a recruiting officer:\n\nhttp://www.armyjobs.mod.uk/\nhttp://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/server.php?show=nav.4003\nhttp://www.rafcareers.com/
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TRY THIS http://army.mil
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JOIN THE MARINES!!! Ooh-Rah!!!!
1109537
Gee... lets see, renounce your US citizenship, attempt to get an Australian citizenship, apply for boot camp with the Australian Army. Maybe if you get through all of these, then you will be accepted into their Army. \n\nBut, why?
598480
I am currently in the Army and am writing this from Southwest Asia.  I love being in the Army.  Where else can you get paid to jump out of planes, go to the range, and travel.  Sometimes these experiences have their downsides but I wouldn't trade any of it.  You meet people with backgrounds very different from your own and that helps you grow.  The Army offers a lot of opportunities that you can't find anywhere else.  Even people who decide not to stay in often say how the Army gave them a direction and helped them to be more disciplined.  The other answers on being wary when you talk to a recruiter are good.  Really research what you want to do in the Army and make sure you get it in writing.  Good luck.