Posted on Dec 29, 2014
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I began in the Army (Reserves) on the split-option program in 1993 while still in high school and went active duty after I graduated high school in 1994. I got injured in AIT was separated in 1995.

After I could show that I'd recovered, I joined the Navy in 1996, ending up on Submarines, and got out in 2002.

Fast forward to now and I'm actually looking to get back into the Army Reserve by the end of next year.

Where did you start, what was your experience like, and where have you ended up?
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Air Force active, Army Reserve, and almost into the (can I say it?) Navy.

I kept looking for one that really wanted me.
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Army Straight Thru... did Time in USA Reserves then Army national Guard in North Carolina and West Virginia and Then back to Active duty,,,
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I'm told the differences between the components can be astounding and can make you feel like you might have transferred to a different branch.

My brother once told me that the ranks and uniforms are the same, but that's where the similarities end...
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