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Hi, I am currently 2 and a half years into my 4 year enlistment with the Marine Corps. At the end of this enlistment I am considering reenlisting into the Army. I am currently an e-4 and rate a score for e-5. i will be an e-5 before I get out of the Marine Corps. I would like to know what the Army would offer me, or if it would effect me possitively or negatively. What I mean is, will I still receive a reenlistment bonus? Will I have to go through there basic training? Will I keep my rank, or gain another? I have heard many rumors and I am hoping you can shed some light on the subject. Thankyou very much
brandyn
This is more than likely what will happen is the army will take you down one in rank, you should get a bonus if they offer it to prior service, you shouldnt have to go to BMT, it will most likely be a direct duty situation. I have never heard of anyone gaining rank, unless its reserves or nat'l guard and its a rareity..when it does happen. For the best info...Contact a recruiting office...
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Howard Lorenz
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I have spent the past 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, 3 years was assigned as an Enlisted Accessions Recruiter. I have been deployed various times to several locations. If it is a career in the military you are looking for or thinking about I most likely have the answer. I still have contacts with in the recruiting field and if I don't know the answer then I have folks who do where I can find the answer. I am very blunt and straight forward and will make no attempts to BS you. I will give you the best information that I possible can can. If you think that you cant handle the answer that I give you, then don't ask the question...... If you are planning on joining the military, your number 1 decision factor in making this kind of move is that you need to be more concerned about serving your country than your country serving you!! All the benefits are the best that you can find. Education is at a premium right now and its the most rewarding thing that you can do. If I dont answer right away probably means that I am busy, but have patience, I will get to you.
Experience
Air Force Recruiter for 3 years, Air Force Career 21 Years
Organizations
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Education/Credentials
Community College of the Air Force, International Air Academy, Allied Business Schools, Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, Defense Acquisition University
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