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i see that the army is taking us civilians to be part of the special forces now i was just wondering can a diebetic join that or no?
First you'd have to have someone evaluate your diabetes to ensure its not more serious than the Army will allow. Also, you'll have to pass all sorts of grueling tests on the way to becoming a Special Forces Soldier (we take civilians and make them Soldiers but Special Forces are all Soldiers). The course and tests are challenging for those even in top physical shape. Think carefully about this prior to making the commitment to try.
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Aaron Shifferly
Expertise
I am currently an active duty Army Captain in the Military Police Field. I have been enlisted (Military Intelligence) and attended The United States Military Academy at West Point. I can answer questions related to the Army, posting, jobs, lifestyle, workings... pretty much anything you can throw at me with the exception of very specific recruting or medical questions. I have no expertise in what it takes to get in the military other than the fact that I, myself, joined at one point in time.
Experience
I have experience in both deployed and garrision environments as a Military Police Officer.
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science in Arabic and French from United States Military Academy at West Point.
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