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I should hope so. If you have any thoughts that the military isn't for you or that you are not up to the challenge that the military provides, then I would not want you by my side in a fox hole.
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MSgt (Join to see)
Whoever runs the Facebook page should be slapped. They partially quoted you, simply saying "I don't want you by my side in a Foxhole" without any of the additional context you provided.
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You should never take oaths lightly. If you gave your word through oath or affirmation you should keep it. You can depart for the armed forces from wherever you might live at the time. Your parents moving should not affect your ability to leave for boot camp etc. If you need to change the unit at which you do reserve/NG duty I would think your recruiter could help with that.
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It is not a legal binding contract. However, There is a possibility that the station you were recruited from would permanently disqualify you from MEPS. If that happens you would not be able to join any branch in any state.
A DEP discharge is the worst for a recruiter and the station. So much effort and time go into just getting 1 person. If that person walks away, it wouldn't surprise me if the recruiter tries to burn them.
A DEP discharge is the worst for a recruiter and the station. So much effort and time go into just getting 1 person. If that person walks away, it wouldn't surprise me if the recruiter tries to burn them.
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SSgt Dan Montague
Your issue is a real issue. It is just a release from the DEP. That is different than someone just quitting. Just inform the recruiter of your circumstances and you should be fine.
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COL Brian Shea
Jordan: If you decide to join the NG and your folks do move - I'm assuming you live with them - you may be able to transfer within the NG to a unit close to your new home, even if in another state. It's a question to ask your recruiter. But by all means stay in contact with them regarding your situation - don't just stop communicating. Your desire to serve is admirable, and we all face hurdles along the way.
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SGT (Join to see)
Jordan also make sure to ask about how a move will affect an enlistment bonus (if one is offered). In some cases if the state you are moving to does not have a bonus for the MOS you may be required to pay anything that was paid to you back.
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