Posted on Jul 26, 2017
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My career started in the Field Artillery in MLRS. It turned out to be a good fit and I loved the fact that I served in Field Artillery before I did anything else. I reenlisted into combat support and feel that being prior combat arms, it has developed me into a well rounded soldier. No bashing non combat arms soldiers, but what are your thoughts on serving a stint in the combat arms career field?
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CPT Joseph K Murdock
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I was a Tanker transitioned to Finance. One of the things that pissed me off is working with clerks (army wide) who acted like helping me was a chore. I changed the culture in the Finance unit; everyone was a hero, and those who were deploying received extra care from us.
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That is awesome to hear sir. I would agree that being a combat arms soldier that then transitioned, it gave me empathy and allowed me to see the mindsets of both groups.
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I was quite content with the transition. Of course I treated the unit well.
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I did the same thing. I definitely don't think everyone is built for it. It isn't bad for those that do go from one to the other though.
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I agree. It allowed me to see a little bit more of the bigger picture and gave me a little bit more empathy for the combat arms soldier.
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I think it offers some perspective from both sides of the house.
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I do not look down on soldiers that never served in combat arms, but I think it makes you well rounded with the ability to see the entire picture.
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