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Monday, January 08, 2007 OTB: 15-month enlistment? James Joyner over at Outside The Beltway talks about the merits and pitfalls of a 15-month enlistment, specifically targeted towards those either in college or the recently graduated. Another segment of society that would profit from (or detractors might argue, become a target for) a 15-month enlistment: the unemployed. This is all still in the ether, so don't go running to your nearest Army recruiter just yet. Still, a 15-month option for military service is something I think many 18-35 year olds would consider. The only real question lies in whether or not civilians can rapidly adapt to a military environment. posted by Shaun Kenney \| 1/08/2007 11:10:00 AM \| 4 comments 4 Comments: At 12:37 PM, James Atticus Bowden said... The Army has known for over 60 years - actually longer - how to 'soldierize' American civilians and turn them into riflemen and other combat jobs that require only basic training and one advanced individual training school. It's a great idea to package this enlistment for patriotic young men to go serve, fight, and go home. At 3:17 PM, Shaun Kenney said... I agree. I know plenty of people who are deterred from an eight-year committment to the Armed Forces, and would welcome a 15-month enlistment out of college (or even before college). Heck, I know a few people would take an offer of a 15-month enlistment right now. At 4:04 PM, Doogman said... Well, since the Marines have a 15 week training plan, so close to four months,then another month for specialist training, that would mean 10 months on duty. Not a bad deal. At 1:07 PM, Shaun Kenney said... Ah... I still wouldn't mind doing a 15 or 19 month stint in the Army and going for an eight-year inactive reserve. To be honest, I wouldn't mind doing Army Reserve period. I think it's a great option. Post a Comment Home
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