Posted on May 19, 2015
What are your thoughts on Veterans going from Enlisted to Officer ranks?
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I had an opportunity when I was in, but was discouraged by some of my leadership.
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I went from the Enlisted to Officer ranks. I was an E-5. My time as an enlisted member made me a better officer, a better Commander. I wish I had done it earlier in my career.
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If that is what they want to do, more power to them. Just not me. I am to Officer as Iraq is to premium vacation destination
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I think that is good. Having an officer corp that is diversified, West Point, ROTC, OCS, Direct, and Green to Gold (through these programs) brings different viewpoints and experiences that strengthens our Army.
I remember at West Point I was right out of high school and we looked up to our prior service classmates. I learned a lot from them and they looked out for us that didn't have experience
I remember at West Point I was right out of high school and we looked up to our prior service classmates. I learned a lot from them and they looked out for us that didn't have experience
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Best decision that a young Officer can make. With the prior experience you should be able to relate to your NCO Battle buddy much easier and have a better understanding of what right looks like. A lot of times this experience will help you focus on making tough decisions and help you get passed trying to be a friend with everyone. It's a job and lives can be lost if where not fair and impartial!
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