Introductions V - Page 119

South · 02-05-2015, 11:12

Hello everyone. I found this site when I went looking for warrior-mentor.com, which apparently doesn't exist anymore, after I purchased a get selected book for SFAS. I am 19 years old, working on my second semester in college. I am in ROTC (uncontracted) and am wrestling whether or not I should do National Guard in the meantime. At the moment I have lot's of decisions to make. My main goal is to be a Green Beret. It's all I've ever wanted and I probably wouldn't even join the army if I couldn't go SF. So basically right now I'm floating around hearing different advice from different people and still not sure how to get to where I want to go. So, any advice from someone who has actually been there is welcome. Thanks for sharing your knowledge on a site like this, I'll be reading all I can.

BlueEagle · 02-06-2015, 23:14

Hi everyone! I found this forum through Google, after seeing that one of the previous forums ran by QP's is now exclusively for QP's (correct me if I am wrong, it's been a long time since I last visited). I am 20 years old, Sophomore college student (taking interdisciplinary studies (psychology and history), considering of pursuing my minor in Philosophy).

I plan to make start a career in the military after college as an enlisted personnel, and eventually go to SFAS (as SF is an NCO dominated career field).

I hope to learn more in the forum and hopefully contribute in one way or another! Glad to be here.

salt life · 02-07-2015, 10:08

NC/SC, I'am here to read, learn and keep up with current events. Thank you for allowing me in your house.

Elfstone44 · 02-08-2015, 13:30

I found the site in 2008 and signed on. But apparently never introduced myself. I posted on the ANGRC-109 line and it was recommended I do so.

Name: Gene H. Williams
-- Joined army 03 Jan 1965
-- Jun 65 - Benning Jump School then straight to Smoke Bomb Hill
-- Dec 65 - Graduated from SFTG - assigned to 3rd SFG - 05B2S
-- Jul 66 - Assigned to 5th SFG.
-- Jul 66-15 Aug 66 - Nha Trang
-- 15 Aug 66-01 Dec 66 - Commo at B-23 Ban Me Thout (many pics)
-- 01 Dec 66 - late Jul 67 - A-233 Ban Don (Trang Phuc) 05B4S
-- Aug 67-Mar 68 - 10th SFG, Bad Tolz (Lengries), FRG
-- Apr 68-Nov 68 - MACV SOG, FOB-2, Kontum - 1-0 of RT Deleware (succeeded Terry Dahling)
-- ETS - 03 Nov 1968

Subsequently joined the State Department and have spent 25 years out of the last 40 abroad; I've travelled to Afghanistan and Pakistan some 18 times since 9/11. Just back from Africa -- when not traveling, Golf and Opera are two activities I enjoy.

LongWayToGo · 02-08-2015, 20:59

Hello everyone. Firstly, thank you to the QPs on this forum, it is a unique and inspiring experience to be able to talk to and listen to verified personnel. I am a 17 year old highschool senior, and plan on doing AROTC, with the goal of one day joining SF (I'm sure you hear this a lot, I'm not going to try and explain as to why I am the best or why I will never quit, blah blah). Here's a quick checklist of myself to help describe who I am:

Run Cross Country & Track, used to play Football.

Love reading anything about the intelligence community, military, international studies, etc.

Truly love to learn, with anything related to history being my favorite. Do well in school.

Thank you again for allowing me on this forum, I will do my best to research and read all I can before starting any threads.

Plunket hopeful · 02-10-2015, 09:33

Getting ready to 18 X. Got a while before I am fit enough to do well. So I'll be asking some questions. Focus is on the 19th group in Utah.

Metzj5717 · 02-10-2015, 11:59

Hi all,

I would like to thank all of you that have served this country. I am a 21 year old college student. After I graduate I plan on signing a 18x contract. This site is such a wealth of information, it has been great to look through and learn from. I just ordered bunch of books that have been mentioned on here. Most of my family has served and I am excited to carry that on. One day many months from now I hope to be posting my graduation date on here. Till then I'll be busting my butt to get there.

dan_m · 02-11-2015, 12:37

Hello Everyone

I'm a current infantry officer in the Guard with aspirations to go SF once I'm eligible. And with having said that I'm gonna shut the hell up, read and learn what I can.

praharin · 02-14-2015, 09:05

Hiya! I've been a member for nearly 6 years and just noticed today that I didn't post an intro

Served as a Military Police Officer in the Corps from 2001 to 2005. Logged in today looking for some info, because I'm thinking about going back in. More on that later as needed.

Thanks for making this community possible.

Joe Shepherd · 02-14-2015, 15:19

Howdy!
I am 23 yrs old, finished my B.S. in Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M May 2014 and am currently working on my Masters in International Affairs at the same university (expected graduation May 2016). I have interest in going into special operations once I graduate. In the presence of the quantity of information already on here I expect to be more a fly on the wall than anything else: I appreciate the knowledge you QPs have put out here for us.

757WU · 02-16-2015, 16:37

Hello, I am currently in a masters program for security studies in DC. Upon graduation I want to enlist through the 18x program and join SF to serve my God, my country, and those who need help. Thank you all for your service and sacrifice.

Bettersynergy · 02-18-2015, 04:14

I served for 5.5 years in the 82d as an infantryman. Was medically retired last year

and recovering with the long term goal of returning one way or another.

I have been a lurker for quite some time, I'd like to start participating.

See you around.

Spinoza · 02-19-2015, 17:21

I am a 29 year old civilian pursuing an 18x contract. I've been working with a recruiter since the beginning of the month and have everything complete to sign a contract, however I'm in a holding pattern at this point until more training slots are available. I turn 30 in June so hopefully they open up some slots soon. I intend to join regardless of if I obtain a coveted 18x contract slot, as I feel it's my duty and calling. I've been lurking on the site for the past couple of years and have learned much. My thanks to all who spend their personal time to contribute. I hope to have an opportunity to be assessed to join your ranks.

Chaszs · 02-19-2015, 22:45

First of all, I want to thank everyone here for their service and for putting this site together.
Now for my introduction. I am 17 and I graduate from highschool this spring. I am hoping to take 2 years of college, then see if I can enlist with an 18X contract if they still exist in 2 and 1/2 years. I have already had most of my questions answered by existing threads, but still have a few left.
Thanks again, Chaszs

speedy · 02-22-2015, 00:39

I am a 21 year old Air Force reservist living in MD. Currently working on obtaining an 18X contract. I am actually pretty excited to say that I am scheduled to take the DLAB this week. I have been reading as much as possible on this forum. Thanks for the plethora of information that is shared here.