Posted on Dec 15, 2013
What does the military (or country) OWE you for your service?
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After (or during) your time in service, what do you think the military/country owes you for your service? (Whether you've served a month, 4-, 10-, 20- or 30-years)<br><br>Some say they're owed higher pay, more respect, more promotion/assignment opportunities, more time off, less time away from family, keeping promises for benefits, etc.<br><br>Please provide examples of what you feel you are owed and an brief explanation as to why you came to this conclusion.<br><br>Looking forward to reading your comments.
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Selfless Service
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MSG Quick, I think that we owe it to the country to serve. We defend the freedoms that we and all Americans have and have come accustom to. We have to carry on like our forefathers before us
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Just a honest thank you for your service is all I need along with a sincere hand shake and a high five or two. No plaques, trophies, coins or other going away awards other than the ETS retirement award that is processed through S1.
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1SG David Niles
A thank you now and again. Don't change or back off on the promises you made me when I started serving and we will be alright.
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SSG William Patton
I want nothing in return for my service. It was my honor and duty to serve this great nation to ensure that maybe others could experience the great life I have had. That is why I joined the Army at 18 and volunteered to go to Vietnam. I was able to do what I wanted because I was free to do so. That is all the thanks I need.
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