To be honest, college holds no interest to me. I was very satisfied with the construction job I held over the summer, and would be inclined to get a similar job at a later time. I had always wanted to join the military, and was going back and forth between the Army and the Marines. Eventually, after deciding what I want out of my service and of myself, I decided to enlist in the U.S. Marine Corps. Why would I choose the Marines? It would be much easier to have joined the Navy or National Guard. But that is not what I am after. The Marine Corps presents a challenge, and that is to become a part of one of the best fighting forces on the planet. I am very passionate about serving in the military, and want the challenge. In the words of my recruiter, I was “playing for the varsity, not the junior varsity”. The Marine Corps is a better fit over the Army for me because they are the first to the fight, are more physically demanding, offer excellent benefits, and I would be more proud of the title of United States Marine than I would be of anything else. I want to …show more content…
Semper Fidelis (always faithful) is more than a commitment to the job at hand. It is also a commitment to fellow Marines, and the Corps’ commitment to each Marine. Free housing on bases, health services, and relocation services are amongst the benefits the Corps gives to the families of its soldiers. Assistance in paying for higher education is offered, and combines with the G.I. Bill, but was not a reason that I enlisted. Marines are given thirty days of leave (vacation) per year, including ten days (more can be requested) after graduating from recruit training. This time off helps to ensure that each Marine can enjoy the freedoms that they are willing to put their lives on the line for (Marines Benefits). The Marine Corps looks after its own, just as each Marine looks after his brothers at