for going in. My nephew graduates from Coast Guard training/bc in 2 Days. I thought The CG would be the safest option. I did not realize that they are Homeland Security. They were told the Marines are the brawn of HS, and they are the brains of HS. He was hoping to be a gunner on a patrol boat (one of the top marksmen in his class) but found his options a bit limited when they discovered that he is colorblind.
His recruiter sucked. Almost screwed him up totally re: reporting and a few of the requirements. Apparently you enter at a higher grade if you’re an Eagle Scout. Recruiter failed to note that as well as a few other things. Luckily he knew some other Coasties, one a retiree who was rather a BFD in the CG. He got things straightened out and the recruits this guy signed are being reviewed.
So proud of my nephew, but wish he had gone directly into college. He wants to double major in law enforcement and wildlife management. His goal is to be a park ranger. His 2 younger brothers are lining up for the Navy. They all are offspring of my Trump-humping SIL/BIL.
Best of luck to your son. My one nephew told me the best way to get through is to keep your head down and “be a Grey man”.
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