A heartfelt THANK YOU to all Veterans and active military personnel on the forum. We, collectively, owe you our unending gratitude.
thanks guys, most of us who have been in wars didn't sign up with that intention, but sh*t happens, and someone has to make it right........ the only thing that bothers me is, we have all types of people saying,"thank you, we're so gratefull, etc....".......don't just say it, do something about it!!......last year, when i separated from the USAF i had the hardest time finding a decent job, at times it felt like all the sacrifice and effort i put into the military was for nothing......all this great experience and i couldn't get a damn job, how sad is that............now i'm a project manager for a fairly large company the money is good but not great, and at times i still feel like it was all for nothing..........hopefully once i get this MBA things will start looking better......... so i say, if people are so gratefull why not help these boys get good jobs once they come home?...help them in their transition from military to civilian life.... do your part as they have done theirs!!!
A little insight from the ol Sarge. As a Vet and someone who hires people I understand both sides. The applicant HAS TO HAVE the necessary skill set for the position for which they are applying. After that, theyll more than likely get a nod for an interview, BUT after that it comes down to how well they do during the interview and follow-up interview and finally, whether or not theyll be a good fit for the organization. It isnt like the mil where someone gets transferred and thats it, no real say so. Outside its competitive, but youre aware of that. Sarges 2 cents.
things will change when you get that degree. My middle bro was Army for 6 years right after high school, hes going to college now, but he definitely is having a hard time getting good paying jobs. My oldest brother was an army captain who retired about a year ago, he graduated from UT and now hes got a darn nice job, but only because he was in the military. Basically what im saying is once you have military experiance and school experiance, youll be unstopable in the business world. Ive also heard that you should look at oil companies, they tend to be friendly to military people. But if you want an office job at an oil company, your going to have to have some sort of degree. Have you looked at defence contractors? What did you do in the air force? What kind of schooling do you have so far? Even though i havent served yet, i dont think ill ever say the military, or any time spent in it, is a waste.
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There are 24.9 million military veterans in the United States. That's a lot of gratitude for their sacrifices. Inscribed upon the plain white marble tomb of the Unknown Soldier, buried this day in 1921: Here rests in honored glory An American Soldier Known but to God.
Last time I checked anyone with military background is pretty much guaranteed a job at the Boeing Company, maybe not the best to begin with but it comes with opportunities for training (free) and education (some of it free) while employed. With that said, I work with a few that have gone over for a couple of tours. It has a big impact on those with families. Many thanks to all.............................
I have been back a month and been offered about six jobs. Though I have other, non-military qualifications. BTW, do I get a free dick check from Uro?
Veterans Day (or rather, Rememberance Day for us Canadians) is indeed important. If it were not for the sacrifices our forefathers made, we would not be enjoying the quality of life we have to day. Hence, my avatar, and my signature. To all the vets out there: I SALUTE YOU!!! FWIW, my father fought in WW II. However, he very rarely speaks about the war. It was a very dark time in his life. BTW, this was the first Rememberance Day celebrated in Ottawa (Canada's capital) without the presence of a WW I veteran.
Thanks guys for the kind words. Remember, though, we're in this thing together with everyone contributing for the greater good. Great Americans make a Great America. BTW, we're working through this weekend still preparing for our deployment!! A couple photos of a friend (AH-64A Apache company commander) and I and some other in-flights of our way down to Texas. I'm the geek in the flight suit.... Dane Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
Thank you guys for starting this thread. I served in Viet Nam and certainly did not get any kind of a good reception when I returned home. Well, at home yes, but at the airport at arrival time, NOT! I did not go for glory but for the idea that I was doing something to help this country and protect it. That thought still remains even after the over 30 years since separation. Even if I look back now and question that wars ever needing to happen I will not berate the time I served "my country". I salute all those who are serving now and have served in the past. I would shake each and every one of your hands if it were possible. Since it is not, please accept my very deeply heartfelt thanks and admiration. I support you guys and girls with all I am.......... My very best regards, Audiguy (James Dunne) USN, USS Wainwright DLG 28, 1970-1973
How sad. And how quickly we forget. I stumped a class of college students today by asking them why I was wearing a poppy. WWI shaped the 20th century. Without it, there would have been no USSR, no Nazis, no fascists, very likely no Great Depression, no WWII, no Cold War... and yet its poets described the purpose of today so well: "To you from failing hands we throw the torch; be yours to hold it high." Today we thank you for carrying the torch and for reminding us of just how precious the things you fought for are.
