When did you go to basic?

United States
November 2, 2006 10:03pm CST
I was there in Sept of 2003. It is funny that things ar enot what i thought they would be when I was there. But I am proud of my service and that I was able to accomplish it. I was told by many that I could not. Whats your story? Amy
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• United States
4 Nov 06
I got my commission through AFROTC but had to do a 6 week summer camp at Pease AFB, in Portsmith, New Hampshire. That was the equivalent of basic. It was somewhat difficult but we did it because if we didn't we would be out of the program and , because the draft and Vietnam war existed in those days, we would have been drafted and sent to basic in the Army where you had no choice but to complete because I think they kept you there until you did finish. Congratulations on your completing your training and thanks for your service.
• United States
4 Nov 06
I have not enlisted yet, however, as soon as I drop these 20lbs. I will be able to qualify. I am looking to probably do everything about mid-January for the Air Force. It is the best & most professional branch that I have researched. My sister-in-laws are in the Navy & I have several other family members in the Army & Marines, but I really am looking forward to joining the Air Force. Wish me luck!
• United States
30 Nov 06
I wish I had gone Air Force last year, but I went Army instead, I was sent to Ft Leonardwood, Mo in August of 2005 and discharged in November the day I should have graduated from basic for health resons. I applaud you for your bravery and ability to complete bct.
@starr4all (2863)
30 Nov 06
I went to basic May 1995. The first time I was ever in a plane was flying to basic training. We hit a thunderstorm in route and the flight was quite shaky. Haven't liked flying since but had to do it frequently.
@RitaS8 (384)
• United States
12 Dec 06
I went through bmt in the summer of 2002. I ended up getting rolled back a week because I could run it in time. No one thought I would make it but I did! I miss being in the military so much! It makes me sad to think that I chose to get out. :(
@jmcafam (2890)
• United States
12 Dec 06
I miss the military too.There were fun times.
@starr4all (2863)
12 Dec 06
I know, I miss it extremely. I've been out since nov 2003. After 8 1/2 years, I'm now a sahm. Not quite the same.
@jmcafam (2890)
• United States
30 Nov 06
I went to basic in 1996. I and stationed the first ship built with women and men in mind.