How do you define a "True Soldier"?

SPC Charles Brown — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 04:27:07 -0400

In your own opinion what do you consider to be a "real true" soldier? What does it take to make a person into someone who is capable of defending the Constitution against enemies both foreign and domestic? Are they born or created by some power outside themselves?

Response by MSgt Keith Hebert made Jun 4 at 2014 4:39 AM

MSgt Keith Hebert — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 04:39:05 -0400

I believe that it takes a sense of duty and selfishness that is instilled by your upbringing, and wanting to be part of something bigger than yourself.
I have to add that bar upbringing people learn the sense of duty by being part of something bigger than themselves,hence the selfishness kicks in

Response by MSG Martinis Butler made Jun 4 at 2014 4:43 AM

MSG Martinis Butler — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 04:43:36 -0400

I believe leaders are created, molded and mentored into roles in which they can impact others. No one is born knowing what to do or how to respond things. I believe more things are caught than taught.

Response by LCpl Steve Wininger made Jun 4 at 2014 1:38 PM

LCpl Steve Wininger — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 13:38:35 -0400

Upbringing is one of the most important factors in the making of a true soldier/Marine. Soldiers and Marines are made, however, I think some are born with a warrior spirit that sets them apart from the typical soldier/Marine.

I worry about the younger generation though. In this age of entitlements, selfish thinking, and something for nothing attitudes how many true warriors there will be in the future. I know there will always be someone that rises to the call, but I fear they may becoming an endangered species.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 4 at 2014 3:16 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 15:16:46 -0400

Someone who moves, shots and communicates effectively and without hesitation.

Response by SPC Robert Walo made Jun 4 at 2014 7:47 PM

SPC Robert Walo — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 19:47:41 -0400

A true soldier has the heart, doesn't take a troop (vet) to be a true soldier, a civilian could be one, it is all in the heart. I know people nthat fight the good fight and never was in the military, but they have what it takes to stand when so many walk away.