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Entered the United States Army The day I entered the Military, was October 30th, 1990, I started at around 4:30 a.m. in the morning. I had to report to the San Diego Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). Where entered into active duty with the United States (US) Army. I choose the Army, as a result of myself wanting a career in Law Enforcement. This process started for me a year earlier, when I entered into the Delayed Entry Program for the Army. I remember riding in the Army Recruiter’s…

Jan is a close friend of mine I interviewed about the mental health of her grandfather and cousin. She’s a 18 year old african american female from Athens Georgia. Her and I have been close friends since 4th grade, going to the same elementary school, middle school, high school and now college. Over the years I’ve grown closer and closer to her family which made the interview much more interesting. Both her grandfather, Vincent, and cousin, Mark, were in the military which affected their mental…

Once he found Ned he realized he enlisted himself into the “American Army” he had no other choice, but to enlist as well. I noticed two unusual things when I came across this scene. First, there was no such thing as the “American Army” at the time it should have been called “Continental Army” (“Mount Vernon”, 2015). Second, crates from the movie where labeled “USA” which made no since because we weren’t even the Untied States of America at the time. This just made me think if the producer and…

because his parents not being with him and his brothers dying.” Since both of his parents died when he was still quite young, he had little opportunity to learn about his heritage” (par 1, Genealogy). Andrew Jackson was the 17th president of the United States he was born in March 15, 1767 near Lancaster, southern Carolina.” The battles of the American Revolutionary War that raged in the Carolinas from 1778 to 1781 had a devastating effect on Jackson’s life. Andrew, along with his brothers,…

during, and after the war are all depicted by the end of the book. Although the book is brief, it shows the development of Tim as he is forced to participate in a war that he disagrees with in its entirety. Although he originally plots to abandon the Army, he believes that doing so would bring embarrassment upon his family, thus Tim endures through the brutality that was Vietnam. Chronologically, Tim’s story begins with his life before the war. During this description, we learn that Tim…

The Human Resources Sergeant plays an indispensable role in the Army Profession of Arms. We have to understand that the core responsibility of our role in the Profession of Arms is gained through first learning about the Profession of Arms. The Human Resources Sergeant in the Profession of Arms has to balance several roles such as an HR Sergeant in the Profession of Arms, leadership role and also supporting the Army’s culture. Through it all, one should have many attributes of a great…

THE BLACK HAWK WAR? OR THE WAR FOR CHICAGO The Black Hawk War was one of the most vital parts of Chicago history. Chicago would not have happened if not for the Black Hawk war. Chicago was formed after the events of the Black Hawk War. This war was the most vital part in Chicago history.The war began in May of 1832 and ended in August of 1832. The battle was fought for land, a tale to reclaim something that was taken. Black Hawk had surrendered after being caught and many of his people were…

10 Biggest Private Army Corporations Introduction Private army corporations work in a fashion similar to government security forces, military or police forces, more often than not on a smaller scale. They offer bodyguards for important staff members or protection of huge company premises, commonly in areas where there is a risk of hostility and violence. The private army corporations assist the military bases in operating mess halls and providing a secure environment. These organizations…

I’m going to die up here! In the book “For Love of Country” by Howard Schultz and Tajiv Chandrasekaran there are many things laymen see as heroic, however troops look at as “Just Doing My Job”. America is great because our troops are the best at what they do so many are selfless, risk life, and limb to protect their fellow soldier. Throughout the book “For Love of Country”, by Schultz and Chandrasekaran there were many sacrifices, hardships, and much bravery shown. The bravery shown overseas…

IMPLICATIONS OF FUTURE BATTLEFIELD ON LEADERSHIP 1. Numerous trends will shape military leadership over the next thirty years. First, traditional hands-on leadership will remain essential. Second, the current trend toward joint operations will evolve into thoroughly integrated forces. Third, peace operations and other non combat roles will continue to grow becoming a major share of our overall military mission. Fourth, new technology will go on driving rapid change. And finally, fiscal…