into the U.S. military in 1790 as required by congress. This oath has changed over the years but one statement remains the same and that is the promise to support the constitution of the united states. For the past 40 years the United States has been an all-volunteer military. But why would someone voluntarily sign with the possibility to be sent to another country to fight and possibly die? Although people may join the military for various and different reasons‚ joining the military will have a very
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What was the Military Revolution? Geoffrey Parker describes the military revolution as a period between 1500-1750 when changes in tactics‚ army size‚ and fortifications transformed the way wars were fought and how they were won1. Fortresses were very useful strongholds until cannons became more developed and knocked the fortresses down. Changes in the design of fortresses then made them more successful against bombardment. Firearms on the battlefield slowly became more present until it became the
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part of military culture‚ they serve as a formal setting for officers and senior enlisted to remember the fallen‚ toast to heads of state and enjoy each other’s company with whom which we serve. Dining-In nights allow for members of the regiment living off to dine and socialise with the members living on. This paper will explore and elaborate on the importance of customs and traditions and the reason why all personnel present at a Dining in night are expected to respect what is military legacy. The
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As a leader in the United States Military‚ you are faced with situations or problems almost daily. Most problems we are confronted with do not take much to assess and act upon. Although there is one problem not only the Military faces but Society in general faces. The problem the Military is attempting to solve or eliminate is Sexual Assault and harassments across the forces. The problem‚ sadly as it may be‚ may never go away completely but any such horrific acts weighs heavily on not only the
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The United States is home to the world’s strongest military‚ and at this date and time‚ they are in no need of conscription. The United States has never had a positive history when it comes to drafting eligible citizens into the Armed Forces. Since Colonial times‚ especially the Revolutionary War‚ conscription has always been known as a negative term‚ especially in the time during and around the Vietnam war. Equality‚ as far as race‚ gender‚ and sexual attraction are all in high dispute at this day
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Uniformity is a tool for the Army. It helps instill self discipline‚ attention to detail‚ and the ability to follow instructions for each soldier‚ and it provides leaders with an indicator of who among their soldiers actually is making an effort and who is just trying to do the minimum necessary to stay out of trouble. How crisp a uniform is pressed‚ how well boots are shined (when we had to shine them‚ the new boots don’t need it) placement of badges are all indicators of the effort someone
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Currently‚ there are many children around the world who are being forced to join the army to fight for their country or community. They have lack of basic needs‚ such as education and food which every child should receive. This violates article 38 : You have the right to have protection and freedom from war. Children under 15 cannot be forced to take part in the war. Many child soldiers are in the army due to an economic opportunity‚ as they live in the areas which have lots of poverty‚ while
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of a few. It has been said that if society as a whole were more like the military in this regard‚ the U.S. would be a better place. Although diverse‚ the U.S. military is strengthened by the unified goal of preserving freedom. All branches of the Armed Forces of the United States are a reflection of America -- virtually every possible ethnic and religious group is represented in each of these organizations. The military is comprised of men and women from all over the United States and other cultures
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Being a part of a military family is just as hard and stressful as you may have heard. My dad made the decision to join the Navy when I was six years old. After he joined he had to go to boot-camp for six to eight weeks‚ which left me in the care of my aunt since my mother wasn’t in the U.S at the time. It was hard to see my dad go because not only did have to deal with the fact that I was in a new country but I also had to cope with my dad leaving. After my dad finished boot-camp he had to stay
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Running Head: Life in the Military Name: University: Course: Tutor: Date: One can live a normal life‚ enjoy and learn while in the military just as anyone else. Life in the military needs an open approach and understanding on how to cope with the challenges that come with the military operations. Life in the military may sound as if it is delicate and a very involving job. It is important however to note that as much as the experience may be different
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