I know this is probably a really common question in this subreddit and I could probably scroll through countless submissions- but I would like others opinions. As a 19 year old guy in college with a non determined path in my career search, I’ve found myself coming back to deciding if I should serve my country while in college like ROTC to prepare me for whichever branch I set in on. I’ve watched countless videos on the BMTs, benifits and cons, and browsed the official websites of each branch. Each provide a great background and unique career opportunity’s to serve our country, I’ve had grandparents serving in WW1 and WW2, one a 511th parachute infantry squad in the Air Force the other Special Services in the Army, I feel inspired by them to take a step up and serve. I’d like your opinions on whatever branch you joined and what they desire to succeed with future soldiers and future candidates.

I don’t have a lot of friends or family friends in that matter to put on for the references is step family a possibility if they were never married?

Just curious…

My friend just went into the military, and he said I need to mark my letters with a green sticker. The first letter I sent (no green sticker) never actually delivered to him, and I can’t really find anything helpful on google. Can it just be any sticker that happens to be green? And does it have to say something specific? We’re both in the USA, different states but same country. Please help lol.

I'm a 16 year old, closeted bisexual in an extremely religious family. I love my family and i see myself as pretty masculine. I love doing sports and stuff but im not entirely fit and in shape. I've considered getting in the military for several reasons. I want to explore the world, fight and experience real life danger unlike the privileged life (which im thankful for) i have and want to meet people. I don't have a future plan but im planning to go university and study physics or mathematics, but before that i want to experience danger and risk my life so i can tell stories to others and get in shape. I think the military will discipline me. Though, i hear a lot of people complaining about how it's not exciting and it's a waste of time, so I'm asking if it's worth joining the Dutch Military or not.

Has anyone participated in or have experience with Navy Wounded Warrior? (Not affiliated with the Wounded Warrior Project.) I was referred to this program by my PCP but was wondering if anyone has information on it as I don't know anything about what they do. Thanks!

Navy Wounded Warrior

I doubt they would say yes but that would be funny asf if they did

Since the repeal of The Fairness Doctrine, the USA has not had an objective source of "Truth." We effectively lost our free press. Instead, we've been living in partisan echo chambers for decades. Your neighbor that has polar opposite political views is not evil. Like you, they've been brainwashed with a different narrative.

"Divide and Conquer" is a propaganda technique nearly as old as civilization itself. It's how the British subjugated/ruled the entire Indian subcontinent with a tiny contingent of troops.

Your neighbor is not your enemy. We've just heard different stories our entire lives. Naturally, I think that the other side are d1psh1ts... and they likely think the same thing about me. After such a long damned time of different narratives, it's unlikely that you're going to change someone's mind. Just be nice to each other. You never know -- you MIGHT get them to see your POV, some day. But that ain't gonna happen over the next few weeks. Be nice. Chill out. At least half of us are going to be upset with the election results. It's terrifying... but... what can you do?

Life is hard enough. Anger ain't gonna change anything right now. I'm terrified of what might happen, today... but... that fight has already ended. We just have to wait for the horror to unfold.

We are veterans. We are decent to each other. Never forget that. We don't have to agree... and we're all flawed.

Hey everyone, I’ve been in the coating field for a while now, mainly working with Hexavalent Chromium, which has some serious environmental and health hazards. After years of seeing its effects in tank barrels (less durable, inaccurate firing, environmental hazards), I’ve moved on to EPVD coating as a better alternative.

Here’s why EPVD stands out to me:

It coats complex shapes and internal surfaces really precisely.

It’s much more eco-friendly—no toxic waste involved.

Offers stronger durability and can handle high heat better than traditional chrome.

Basically, from what I have researcyed, EPVD involves involves the same methods as traditional PVD only it can be applied in thick layers on tubes and non-line of sight items, which makes it really customizable. I’m curious to see how this could impact Defense sector as well as industries like aerospace and manufacturing, especially with the shift towards greener tech.

Anyone else tried EPVD? Thoughts on its potential or any challenges? Also, I’m open to questions about how it compares to chrome—happy to share more!

This was not on my

I know many modern guided weapons run on batteries.

How does one know how much juice remains in a missile?

Can you charge a missile like a phone?