Who Influenced You To Take The Oath And Join The Military? - Login & Share to Win!

I came from a military family. I am an Army Brat, with my father, mother, and oldest brother all having served in the Army. It was meant for me to follow in their footsteps.

I was drafted and I did what i needed to do

I did what needed toot do

My father and uncles. My dad served 32 years in the navy, and Retired at the rank of E9 was a veteran of three wars world war two Korea and Vietnam. My uncles also served in world war 2 one fought in the Pacific and two fought in Europe.
My dad taught me everything I know about how to be a good man.

My high school English teacher convinced me in my senior year that I was too reclusive and needed to socialize more and learn to work as part of a team. He thought the Army would broaden my perspective and would be a good experience for me.

My high school English teacher convinced me in my senior year that I was too reclusive and needed to socialize more and learn to work in a team. He thought the Army would broaden my perspective and would be a good experience for me.

Richard M. Nixon, the man was lacking in social etiquette; how come the draft notice I received didn't have an RSVP request?

Mom and dad both retired from the Army. Dad was getting teased by his boss when mom made Lt. Col, but he didn't. So he told his boss that he was going to go home and F#@& a Colonel face to face. Dad's lack of tact is one of the reasons he didn't made Colonel.

My older brother. At the time he was a Sht of Marines on Recruiting duty…….told him to pound sand only to call him 3 months later. He set the example for me.

My brother Robert who was injured in Viet Nam was enough to convince me to join the Army. Next was my hope to obtain an education and what an education I received throughout my 22 years of service (with 17 years overseas). I owe my life to those who served in the 10th Special Forces Group and taught me what sacrifice really means and how to survive no matter how dismal the situation may be. Respect, duty, and honor all of which remain utmost in the forefront of my mind.