Military personnel

opportunity. Honor, courage and commitment were the core values instill in me. They continued to define who I am wherever I may find myself. In June 2014, I was honorably discharged in order to be commissioned an officer in the same branch of the military. As I seek to become a Navy Chaplain – a clergy and officer; it is my desire to serve the Sailors, Marine Corps, Coast Guards and their family in such capacity. As a clergy, my desire is to function as a chaplain that will facilitate worship…

Gender equality within the American military services has become a highly visible and debated issue. Currently woman are only authorized to serve in non-combat positions in all branches of service. The integration of female soldiers into combat positions within the United States Army could significantly improve the Army’s effectiveness and the nation’s security. Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter has until January 1, 2016 to deliver the final decision as to which combat positions female soldiers…

Transitioning Veterans into Civilian Life Veterans transitioning from military life into civilian life might have a hard time adjusting to their new lives when they get back. According to Demers (2010) there are three main themes that veterans might identify with when they return home. These themes are; time travelers, no one understands us, and crisis of identity (p.169). I will further explain these three themes. Demers (2010) explains that this feeling of being a “Time Traveler” is…

I want to express my deepest condolences on the recent death of your son, Specialist Patrick Eugene Boss who gracefully defined our country. Words cannot describe to you how sorry I am for this tremendous loss and how much Patrick’s death has and will continue to affect those of us still serving. On Tuesday, March 10, 2010, at 1:30 p.m., Patrick was on a convoy enroute to begin his rest and recuperation leave, when the convoy was under attack by insurgents. Patrick sustained a shot to the…

out drugs, bombs, scents from missing people, etc. War dogs are used as: patrol dogs, messenger dogs, mine dogs, casualty dogs, tunnel dogs and, sentry dogs, and more. Dogs are even used as morale boosters in military hospitals. Dogs are put in a dangerous line of work to help the military but is it humane? While these dogs do receive “top veterinary care”, they are forced to work more than a dog should be working. “CIA K-9 Unit dogs work 60 hours a week, on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.”…

Providing the Strength I am a soldier and recruiter in the United States Army. I chose this profession because it gave me the ability to change from a civilian to a trained, motivated and hard-charging soldier. My journey started as a soldier, the pay and benefits associated with this position are great. The ability to travel and provide for my family and my future was incredible. Through all my training, experience and leadership ability I was given the opportunity to have the best job in…

Soldiers must serve as leaders and followers. It is important to understand that leaders do not just lead subordinates—they also lead other leaders. Leaders are not always designated by position, rank, or authority. We will discuss the way the U.S. military defines leadership, toxic leadership, and what Army doctrine reference publication (ADRP) 6-22 is and the difference compared to Army doctrine reference publication (ADP) 6-22. As defined in ADP 6-22, Leadership is the process of influencing…

August 20th 1986 AR 600-20 (Command Policy) was implemented into the Army Regulations. It wasn’t until March 18th 2008 when chapter 4 (Military Discipline and Conduct) par 4-14 was revised and implemented regarding “Relationships between Soldiers of different grade”. The AR strictly states “Soldiers of different grades must be cognizant that their interactions do not create an actual or clearly predictable perception of undue familiarity between an officer and an enlisted Soldier, or between an…

Base commander, Colonel Noel F. Parrish, worked to establish a good relationship between Tuskegee town officials and black personnel on base. He spoke out against segregation saying, "A segregated unit is always slightly phony" (Sandler 29). Parrish was told that he “need not worry about conditions and enforcing standards at Tuskegee. His job was to ‘Just keep 'em happy’" (Sandler 28). Parish saw the potential and the determination in the cadets who knew their personal effort and success or…

Drone usage in Military I. Introduction Back in the 1800s, no one would even imagine using an unmanned aerial vehicle in the military. Through the years, however, technology has changed the way we live our life and how we fight our wars. From having to fight only on grounds to killing a target using an aircraft that is being controlled thousand of miles away. This paper will concentrate on the military usage of unmanned aerial vehicle also known as drones. The United States military uses two…