Joined at 18, got out after 4 years due to family problems. I'm looking at rejoining this week at the age of 28 and I cannot wait! I'm married and I've been told that Alaska is in desperate need of people and they're taking volunteers to go there. We will see come Wednesday!
@denelson joseph I didn't actually. It turns out that the army completely gutted their pension (which is the biggest reason I wanted to rejoin) and the recruiters lied about being able to station me in Alaska. And the only mos I was offered was infantry, which I did not want.
Ben, all great points! I joined right out of high school in 1982, at the age of 17. There was no internet, so basically the only research you could do was talking to veterans that had served. Looking back on my experience, I pulled my 201 File recently and after reading it, I wrote a story called "If I Would Have Known Then What I Know Now." I was really amazed at all of the opportunities that I missed out on!
If you pick an mos that not many people want, you have a better chance of going where you want. I am a 92-G (cook) and my first contract I got stationed in Italy on an airborne base simply because they were desperate for cooks. (I’m not even AB)
Everything you have posted has all been super helpful! I started watching all your videos once I reserved 68W as my MOS. I knew I wanted some type of medical exposure with my science background and I stuck with it after doing more research, just swore in yesterday and heading to Ft Sill on 5/25!
I need to get this off my chest. I know this may be cringy or people might not see it but I’m typing this out anyway. I am going to join the US army when I am 20. I’ve never been more sure of something in my life. Only problem is I’m weak. But I’m working on that. I’m not close 20 so I have some more time. Any advice would be appreciated. My parents might not be super supportive of this as they are liberal but I know they will accept it though I don’t plan to tell them for a while especially since I’m a kid still. I’m just worried I’m too weak but I know I can change that hopefully. I just needed to tell someone. It feels good to say.
Coming from an El Pasoan, you didnt miss much out here bro lmao. Nothing over here but food and bars. Im tryna get out this place myself, just hesitant about joining up.
Hi sir. I just want to ask if its true, that a army assigned in afghanistan has no access to their bank account. Then he's already 9 months there, his leaves was approved for the reason of marriage, and before his application is approved he got injured. That's the reason also he needs to come home. But he don't have family since he is young. He said that he need to pay for his ticket. Is that true?? He said his not a Scammer. I just want to know if its true.
Currently 17 failing hs like crazy and I’m thinking about joining just cause I’m a low life and a bum rn ngl can barley manage to get myself to get to school gotta do something w my life
I’m between Air Force and Army, I personally like more the army because is more military but the people always say the AF is better for many reasons, I honestly planning to become an officer in the future and in the army I have more opportunities for that.
Definitely look into it as much as you can. See what each branch does and if that's what you'd want to do, i was thinking between marines, army , and navy. I narrowed it down to Army, and I'm getting everything in order to sign up by October. Definitely grab an ASVAB guide, and watch all of Ben Allens videos. He'll save you a lot of trouble., and covers almost any question you might have.
I finally passed my ASVAB thanks to Mr clark who help me out in what I faced difficulties.I want to recommend him to you guys he has good tips and questions for everyone willing to join his group.We all are here to pass that why I recommend him to you all
At first I didn't believed in him un still he helped me out with all problems I had before I wrote.I want to recommend him to you cause I know he can also help you
At first I was scared thinking it was spam but after all I discovered he was legit.He is a good man willing to help everyone.He is available on WhatsApp for more details join him there
@@TheBenAllen. yeah I mean I know a ton of MOS's(the names of them) but I didn't know what the #/letters were but I looked them up and they were nothing special they were just assigned to the MOS.
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Joined at 18, got out after 4 years due to family problems.
I'm looking at rejoining this week at the age of 28 and I cannot wait! I'm married and I've been told that Alaska is in desperate need of people and they're taking volunteers to go there. We will see come Wednesday!
Did u join
@denelson joseph I didn't actually. It turns out that the army completely gutted their pension (which is the biggest reason I wanted to rejoin) and the recruiters lied about being able to station me in Alaska. And the only mos I was offered was infantry, which I did not want.
@@mitchellcooper8103 dang
Ben, all great points! I joined right out of high school in 1982, at the age of 17. There was no internet, so basically the only research you could do was talking to veterans that had served. Looking back on my experience, I pulled my 201 File recently and after reading it, I wrote a story called "If I Would Have Known Then What I Know Now." I was really amazed at all of the opportunities that I missed out on!
It’s definitely crazy looking back on it all!
If you pick an mos that not many people want, you have a better chance of going where you want. I am a 92-G (cook) and my first contract I got stationed in Italy on an airborne base simply because they were desperate for cooks. (I’m not even AB)
I’m trying lose weight! F***ing marriage and quarantine! 😂
I feel that lol
same boat.190lbs but I have to be 177lbs for my height. just keep at it.
@@smokingterran6 😂 same here! 20 days ago I got 188lbs but my target is 175lbs to my height! I have now 180lbs! Let’s gooo!
@@smokingterran6 lol dude I’m 5’9 and 220 pounds and they let me slide 😂 I have a muscular build though so the BMI saved me!
Joining soon man. Waiting on my fingerprints to clear. I’m 29 and definitely out of shape 😭 I’m scared lmao
Good luck bro
@@clintreno1019 thanks!
How it’s going
@@denelsonjoseph6238 Didn’t do it, they tried to just give me ANY job 🙄 Yeaaaa not going to happen lol
Everything you have posted has all been super helpful! I started watching all your videos once I reserved 68W as my MOS. I knew I wanted some type of medical exposure with my science background and I stuck with it after doing more research, just swore in yesterday and heading to Ft Sill on 5/25!
Thank you for watching! 🔥
🙋♀️me I’m ready as supporter..well said Sir, it’s reassuring to hear your experience..thank you for this video ..Enjoy it
All excellent points Ben but you definitely got the main one right!! Wish i would've documented more stuff while i was in...
I need to get this off my chest. I know this may be cringy or people might not see it but I’m typing this out anyway. I am going to join the US army when I am 20. I’ve never been more sure of something in my life. Only problem is I’m weak. But I’m working on that. I’m not close 20 so I have some more time. Any advice would be appreciated. My parents might not be super supportive of this as they are liberal but I know they will accept it though I don’t plan to tell them for a while especially since I’m a kid still. I’m just worried I’m too weak but I know I can change that hopefully. I just needed to tell someone. It feels good to say.
Coming from an El Pasoan, you didnt miss much out here bro lmao. Nothing over here but food and bars. Im tryna get out this place myself, just hesitant about joining up.
Liked subscribe and comment what else lol great channel bro 😎
Thanks bro!
thank you so much for dis video
Of course!
Hi sir. I just want to ask if its true, that a army assigned in afghanistan has no access to their bank account.
Then he's already 9 months there, his leaves was approved for the reason of marriage, and before his application is approved he got injured. That's the reason also he needs to come home.
But he don't have family since he is young.
He said that he need to pay for his ticket.
Is that true??
He said his not a Scammer.
I just want to know if its true.
Where are you located
Currently 17 failing hs like crazy and I’m thinking about joining just cause I’m a low life and a bum rn ngl can barley manage to get myself to get to school gotta do something w my life
You need atleast a GED to join
Been there man and I plan on joining too. Just know you got this man keep pushing with life and work towards your goals
Get that diploma or GED first just do good in school in general, and then u can join
I leave for OSUT in 19 days. I hope all this helps!
Good luck
Best of luck
You're going to have a great time...
I’m between Air Force and Army, I personally like more the army because is more military but the people always say the AF is better for many reasons, I honestly planning to become an officer in the future and in the army I have more opportunities for that.
Definitely look into it as much as you can. See what each branch does and if that's what you'd want to do, i was thinking between marines, army , and navy. I narrowed it down to Army, and I'm getting everything in order to sign up by October. Definitely grab an ASVAB guide, and watch all of Ben Allens videos. He'll save you a lot of trouble., and covers almost any question you might have.
Just a pain really getting through the ASVAB
Best of luck man!
@@TheBenAllen. Thanks. Studying is my worst things to do but I retake on May 19th
@@xYoungTJay I got a 49 on it last week
If my slow ass can do it, you can too lol
@@deejayy8303 I been trying my best to study and I been out of school for 3 years
@@xYoungTJay That's smart, bigger score, broader mos options. Know what MOS you want yet?
I'm trying to join the army next year when I turn 18
It will be good if you start practicing now I want to recommend you to a good tutor Mr clark he can be preparing you unstill you want to write
Look +1864 then 794 after 6838
Nice
Thanks!
I finally passed my ASVAB thanks to Mr clark who help me out in what I faced difficulties.I want to recommend him to you guys he has good tips and questions for everyone willing to join his group.We all are here to pass that why I recommend him to you all
At first I didn't believed in him un still he helped me out with all problems I had before I wrote.I want to recommend him to you cause I know he can also help you
For those who need his help kindly join him on WhatsApp where he does his tutoring and other things
Look +1864 then 794 after 6838
At first I was scared thinking it was spam but after all I discovered he was legit.He is a good man willing to help everyone.He is available on WhatsApp for more details join him there
Bro I ship on Monday 19D ft benning
Best of luck
@@TheBenAllen. thanks any tips on basic training?
@@kevp7252 I’ve been searching for similar videos as well 😭 joining soon too
@@deejayy8303 good luck brother I’m actually going to the hotel later on today
@@kevp7252 Congrats! Just waiting on my fingerprints and they’ll go from there with job selection and physicals.
What does the # mean and the word mean?(ex. 68 whiskey) also what are they called.
Wait I think remember
That’s the MOS
@@TheBenAllen. yeah I mean I know a ton of MOS's(the names of them) but I didn't know what the #/letters were but I looked them up and they were nothing special they were just assigned to the MOS.