Has the Army changed for the worse?

2014-12-10T14:36:36-05:00

As a Command it’s easy to see the Army is changing. We could debate, argue and perhaps never reach a logical conclusion on the overall consequences these changes will have. I want to know if this has effected your decision to stay in the Army. As a Recruiter we promise excitement, great pay and benefits to our applicants. My problem is that almost every child who has a mom or dad that served give me the same answer, “Not my (Son or Daughter) they’re not joining.” So with current changes, and the way the Army is headed, would you stay in? Would you recommend your own flesh and blood join the Army? If not why?

Response by Capt Richard I P. made Dec 10 at 2014 2:51 PM

2014-12-10T14:51:12-05:00

I would probably advise my kids against joining the Army. But odds are if they were thinking of the army in the first place they wouldn't listen to what I think, and would be doing it to spite me.

Response by SGT(P) Michael H. made Dec 10 at 2014 3:44 PM

2014-12-10T15:44:43-05:00

With the newer generation of kids coming in enlisted, and having little to no true discipline, as well as the new mentality from ring knocker school shoving this mentality down young people's throats that their s×! t doesn't stink, and continually being minimalized by command, even as a well seasoned, highly skilled and experienced NCO- non - commissioned OFFICER, and seeing many of my brothers and sisters treated the same, for me it is time to jettison. 2016 can't arrive fast enough for hat aspect of my life.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 24 at 2020 6:42 AM

2020-01-24T06:42:14-05:00

Yes it's a political dog and pony show where young enlisted will die in training accidents for some high speed commanders game of RISK. Where soldiers will commit suicide training to train is more taxing than going to war because there is never an end goal. There is never that satisfaction of actually doing your job.