I'm ex-military... Join becuase you want to do something for your country and yourself. Keep in mind that you are about 90% likely to go to war, and that means seeing a lot of SHIT that t.v. doesn't even show, and having to have those pictures in the back of your mind for the rest of your life. Every time I look at the news and see a soldier wounded I wonder if it was a friend of mine. It gives a whole new perspective on life. Yes it is their job, but also they gave their life for you to make the most out of yours!