The Soldier

The soldier searches for a reason why he joined the war and he reveals “to please his Meg, Aye, that was it, to please the giddy jilts” shows that he joined the war just to make his friends admire him, and to show his girlfriend just how manly he is, but now…

years the roles and the amount of women who served has changed dramatically. According to Women in the Military, “during World War I there were roughly 23,000 women who severed in the military. That number grew during World War II to 350,000 female soldiers. Than after the Persian Gulf War troops began to increase leading to 80,000 jobs that opened to women in 1994” (women in the military). The opening of these positions has lead society to several…

the reason of wanting the thirst for war and wanting to go into battle should not be the reason for joining the army. The theme “there is no glory in war”, is portrayed in All Quiet on the Western Front by the acts of lying to the youth, forcing soldiers to change into animals, and showing the cruelty of losing a comrade. From the perspective of Paul and his classmates, joining the army seemed like the best decision. Though some of the students, like Joseph Behm, seemed nervous and not to…

currently no need for a draft, the draft requirements are unfair and inconsistent, and those who are unwillingly drafted would demoralize the overall military with their lack of commitment and cause a break down of comradery and teamwork between soldiers. The military draft has been used four times in American history: the Civil War, World War I, World War II, and the Cold War (including the Korean and Vietnam War). The draft has only been in effect during times of war,…

I want you to picture in your head, without thinking too much, the first image that appears when you hear the word ‘soldier’. I feel confident enough to say that a very large majority, if not all of you, pictured a man. The iron man standing strong in uniform, proudly representing their country; that’s the picture that Hollywood so willingly displays. Through our televisions and our phones we are shown the depicted version of global military characteristics. Through films, including Saving…

When you’re in the army, everything should be tough and masculine. There are no rooms for sissies and softies. You must be hard enough to face any enemies and show that no stuff could defy your toughness. Everything that’s related with un-masculine stuff should be left at home. That’s how you show your toughness in the army! No, being a sissy is not allowed in the army. Especially when you’re marching in front of the people in while under a platoon, no sissy-ness should be present. All should be…

“The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him,” said G.K. Chesterton. A love for their country is why my veterans serve. It never really sunk into me how much veterans sacrifice for us. I think that we need to show as much respect to people that have served in the military forces to make us be able to be free. Or be able to pursue whatever we would like to. Every veteran that has served or is serving has been brave and loyal.…

varies on one’s own views, but defined as disciplined individuals whom abide by ethical standards (What is a professional, n.d.). In addition, we endure extensive training, education, and skills that derived from a broad area of research. The Soldiers of the United States Armed Forces exemplify professional qualities. As a professional in the United States Army, we are accountable to the people in society and each other. One of the most effective ways to ensure both areas is sustained…

another flight of German bombers came over very low and, when one was directly over me, I saw the bombs release. However the bombs kept going forward so they missed us. “You suck!” I shouted. As i finished patching up this man, i spot another injured soldier. I held up my Metallic shield and dashed. I was slow because of its weight and there were a barrage of bullets striking my shield. Because of its thick density, it didn't damage the shield at all. I arrived and stuck my shield onto the…

Lost The shrieking sirens pierce my ears; the shrill of wailing shells torment my mind, as the rifles’ metal shells puncture my home. I run outside to witness the invasion of hell. Ten thousand strong soldiers approach in battle formations, no remorse, no pity, no heart for even the innocent, who took no part. Only the corpses of wives and husbands and children left in their footsteps. Their treacherous steel contraptions, firing ever more shells upon our small village. My father begins to…