What do 18 year olds do in the military?
Today’s 18-year-old service members can do almost anything under the sun — get married, vote, buy a house, go to adult prison, smoke a cigarette — but they can’t have a cold one until they’re 21. It’s well past time to once again allow troops under age 21 to enjoy a brew.
What do you say to someone going into the army?
Encouraging Words for a Soldier
- We all love you so much!
- We can’t wait to see you again, but we all know you’re working hard keeping us safe.
- Everyone here is so proud of your service.
- I was thinking about you all day today.
- We had your best friend over for dinner last night.
What age is best to join the army?
If you are more of a self-motivator than I was and have definite plans for improving yourself prior to enlisting, then I would say 21 is the ideal age to enlist. The Army actually prefers enlistees with some college over high school grads. Also, hit the gym regularly or join an athletic group, even just intramural.
Why are 18 year olds allowed to join the military?
Minimum Age for Military Work The minimum age during the World War 1 was 21 years which was lowered to 18 years (Perkin 411). This was done to improve the overall welfare of the service and the inclusion of the eighteen years old meant that they were psychologically fit to offer service in the military and war.
Can a 18 year old join the Army?
The minimum age for enlistment in the Army is 17 years with parental consent or 18 years without parental consent. Under federal law, the oldest recruit any military branch can enlist is 42. Even so, each branch of the U.S. military may set their own policy below that age limit for applicants seeking to enlist.
Can I join the Army at 18?
Is it better to join the Army at 16 or 18?
At 18, and with better qualifications, you get more army jobs to choose from (and more jobs in the RAF and navy too). You’re more likely to be promoted through the ranks, with more pay each time. You’ll be stronger – inside and out – and better able to deal with whatever the army throws at you.
How do I train before joining the Army?
Preparing for Basic Training
- Physical Preparation for Basic Training: What You Should Know First.
- Body Types, Body Fat, and Fitness.
- Start Slowly and Work Up.
- Warm Up, Cool Down.
- Choose Your Workout Carefully.
- Some Branches of Military Service Swim, Some Do Not.
- Don’t Neglect Walking and Hiking.