Includes bibliographical references (pages 223-224) and index.
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Who, me? A soldier? -- A snapshot of you in uniform -- Military life -- The recruiter -- Other military options -- Making your pick -- Aptitude tests -- Military entrance processing station -- Getting ready for boot camp -- Boot camp basics -- Boot camp details -- Survival kit information -- Rules, rules, rules -- Paychecks and benefits -- Retirement -- Spouses, children, ex-spouses, survivors -- Your first postmilitary job -- Veterans benefits -- Special vets, special problems.
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For many young people weighing the pros and cons of joining the military, the details of what their lives would be like in uniform are often a mystery. How tough is boot camp really? How much freedom would I have? What is the fine print for pay and veterans benefits? This unique guide provides a mix of factual information and practical advice from the author of a half-dozen books that translate military-ese into simple English. Students, parents, and counselors can use this helpful guide to make informed decisions about whether or not military life is right for them.