I enlisted in 1988, but was honorably discharged a month into basic training because of an unforeseen medical condition. I've told my two boys, now ages 15 and 16, that had I been able to stay in, I would have retired last year at 38 years old. My oldest is looking at the Navy and my youngest is considering the Coast Guard. I would encourage you to do it. The benefits are just too great to ignore.
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