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03-28-12, 07:34 AM
Thread: A Couple of Questions for the Connected
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I had considered that too, the only reason I...
I had considered that too, the only reason I chose not to is because A: I'm 24 and B: I'm already almost done with my Bachelor's.
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03-23-12, 05:47 PM
Thread: A Couple of Questions for the Connected
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A Couple of Questions for the Connected
Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen.
So I've been in the Corps for a little over a year and have hit a snag. I'm finishing up my MOS school in a couple months (5974, over a year long school) and... -
02-16-12, 09:36 PM
Thread: Getting in shape before enlistment
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Sounds like you're off to a pretty good start. I...
Sounds like you're off to a pretty good start. I would shoot for being able to do 10 pullups at least, but as long as you can do a few you'll be fine. You won't be evaluated on pushups but trust me,...
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02-12-12, 11:43 AM
Thread: Pull ups vs. Chin ups
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When I do a PFT, I start with pullups and knock...
When I do a PFT, I start with pullups and knock out 7 or 8, then switch grips and finish out with chinups. I'm 6'3" and about 220lbs and my arms are stronger than my back. It makes it much easier for...
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01-19-12, 10:08 PM
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Graduated MCT West early last year. Tobacco...
Graduated MCT West early last year. Tobacco products were allowed, however we could only use them at certain times (combat instructors told us we could)
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01-03-12, 07:49 PM
Thread: Marines' Hymn and Rifleman's Creed
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General orders, leadership traits, Hymn, and rank...
General orders, leadership traits, Hymn, and rank structure would be the most beneficial in preparation for boot camp. Like it was said before though, you will have it thoroughly memorized through...
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12-01-11, 09:19 PM
Thread: Leaving to bootcamp!
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Your run time shouldn't eff you over too bad....
Your run time shouldn't eff you over too bad. Just put out as hard as you can every time and it will improve a LOT.
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12-01-11, 09:13 PM
Thread: Unique question about enlisting
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Yes you can go to your recruiter before you're...
Yes you can go to your recruiter before you're 17, but unless I'm mistaken you won't be able to sign. But getting the ball rolling is a very important step, you'll be able to understand your options...
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11-30-11, 09:33 PM
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Well, some sort of American History (or military...
Well, some sort of American History (or military history) would be beneficial, definitely US Government of some kind. Other than that, it doesn't make much difference. They will teach you everything...
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11-30-11, 09:29 PM
Thread: Getting ready to leave
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1. Agreed with the other two, just keep moving,...
1. Agreed with the other two, just keep moving, don't get lazy but don't do anything crazy. The last thing you need is to get hurt.
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11-28-11, 08:08 AM
Thread: Want to be a United States Marine.
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I've been working on my Political Science Degree....
I've been working on my Political Science Degree. And in the civilian world, there are a lot of Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering companies that use very similar systems to what I use (Boeing,...
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11-27-11, 03:58 PM
Thread: Want to be a United States Marine.
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I'm considering my options right now. I'm almost...
I'm considering my options right now. I'm almost done with my bachelor's and I've got good scores for everything I've done so I may try to go to OCS and get commissioned rather than EAS, but there...
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11-27-11, 03:46 PM
Thread: Want to be a United States Marine.
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I'm a 5974 Tactical Data Systems Administrator....
I'm a 5974 Tactical Data Systems Administrator. Basically I setup, maintain, and repair the computer systems that the Air Wing uses to manage the battle theater.
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11-27-11, 06:56 AM
Thread: Want to be a United States Marine.
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Going in a little older is a different...
Going in a little older is a different experience, and keep in mind that what you get out of your Marine career is what you put into it. I saw you wanted to be a grunt, and nothing but respect for...
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11-11-11, 05:54 PM
Thread: 5900's in the Civilian World
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5900's in the Civilian World
I'm currently out in 29 Palms for my school as a 5974 Tactical Data Systems Administrator. I had taken this contract as a bit of a last second decision to get to MCRD quicker. It's a reserve...
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10-03-11, 02:28 PM
Thread: PFT Scores
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I would strongly recommend slaying yourself for...
I would strongly recommend slaying yourself for pullups. If you can get good pullups, you can breeze through to a first class. There's no way you'll leave boot camp not doing 100 crunches, so if you...
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09-28-11, 06:27 PM
Thread: PFT Scores
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If you put out during PT, there's no reason you...
If you put out during PT, there's no reason you should walk away from boot camp with less than a 200. I went from barely passing the IST to a 240 during that time and I'm pushing for a 300 this...
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09-20-11, 09:34 PM
Thread: School? and the Marines? yes! profile.
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My college credits didn't get me around the issue...
My college credits didn't get me around the issue when I tried. It might be different at his MEPS station, but for some reason, going to college wasn't enough proof that I went to high school. Had to...
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09-18-11, 05:54 PM
Thread: School? and the Marines? yes! profile.
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I went to an alternative high school too and ran...
I went to an alternative high school too and ran into a similar problem. What I ended up doing was getting several notarized letters and a copy of my transcript. It was a hassle, but there's usually...
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09-17-11, 05:41 PM
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You're always going to run into people like that....
You're always going to run into people like that. Some people either are ignorant, some are apathetic in regards to the military. Most people's knowledge of the military is entirely comprised of...
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09-17-11, 05:31 PM
Thread: hey a little nervous...
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As long as you can put up with some good-natured...
As long as you can put up with some good-natured hassling, you'll be fine. We all make fun of each other for anything we can. Everyone in my unit calls me Mongo or the Ape, because I'm the biggest...
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08-23-11, 07:00 PM
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Personally I became almost entirely nocturnal...
Personally I became almost entirely nocturnal when it came to taking care of business. You sometimes get other opportunities, but night time is a guarantee.
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08-17-11, 09:04 PM
Thread: What To Bring To MEPS
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They absolutely are, GySgt. There was one guy in...
They absolutely are, GySgt. There was one guy in my receiving platoon that had his phone smashed within 5 minutes of getting off the bus. I strongly recommend not bringing anything with you. I...
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08-17-11, 08:55 PM
Thread: Chances of being in the same platoon?
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gkmoz is right, brother. I just went earlier this...
gkmoz is right, brother. I just went earlier this year and you are frantically busy from lights to taps. Later on you get about 20 minutes a day to relax and socialize, but really I wouldn't worry...
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08-15-11, 07:58 PM
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Ok here's the thing: recruiters want you to be...
Ok here's the thing: recruiters want you to be successfully enlisted. Trust me when I say that they will do anything legally possible to get you there. They won't break the law but they will work the...
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