Deep Intel on the USS Gerald R Ford (CVN 78)

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4 ай бұрын

Mooch goes aboard the U.S.S. Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) to talk in depth with Rear Admiral Doug "V8" Verissimo, Commander U.S. Naval Air Force Atlantic, about the first full-length deployment of America's newest supercarrier.
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@user-fl6vb8zx2k 4 ай бұрын

I want all of these folks to know how much I appreciate their "going into overtime."

@timsparks7049 4 ай бұрын

Mooch says: @ 7:00 "Yes, Pers Tempo is how Airline pilots are made" Great line. V8 left it alone but this is a killer for the Sailors, doing great work while deployed is one thing but then coming home the family that sees a loved one gone for better part of a year is asking (almost) too much. Kudo's to those families who continue to support their spouse despite the arduous task to go into harms way.

@benjaminperez7328 4 ай бұрын

Mooch pulls no punches.

@AtomicBuffalo 4 ай бұрын

There was a cut right after that line :)

@DDGVET4 4 ай бұрын

As we used to say on Nimitz in the old days when we were on Pier 12 in NORVA. "BOHICA!" Welcome to the club.

@nvus2758 4 ай бұрын

Op Tempo for Squids and Airedales these days has to be gruesome and it does take a toll on families. It was high-tempo for Tin Can sailors in the 70's (height of Cold War) but nothing like today. Hats off to the men and women of today's Navy. FTM2, DDG-19, '76-'81

@David-nx2vm 4 ай бұрын

OPTEMPO pressures affect every service component. The Navy peaked at 594 ships in 1987; roughly half that now depending on what hulls you count. Missions didn’t go away. I’m retired Air Force; USAF is half it’s Cold War size. Our son is in the Army; they’re down by a third. Get the combat fleet to at least 355 dependable ships.

@joelmichaeleo 4 ай бұрын

"We all want purpose. There's purpose here in the Navy." Great video. Keep up the excellent work, Sir!

@OlNoName 4 ай бұрын

Shoot, that quote right there hit a lot better than most ads for the navy I’ve ever seen

@williamfindspeople4341 4 ай бұрын

Navy Pride!!

@mongoose388 4 ай бұрын

@@OlNoName Some advertising guy will muck it up.

@Farweasel 4 ай бұрын

@@mongoose388 *Join the Navy for a Porpoise* Yep, can see how that could happen quite easily

@reallyhappenings5597 4 ай бұрын

"Find yourself -- and heal inter-generational trauma -- in today's Navy."

@danielbrown9368 4 ай бұрын

"Think of it as the back office of a sports team" - Great officers are great communicators. Simple statement clearly communicated a complex idea.

@GintaPPE1000 4 ай бұрын

Mooch, thank you again for being a voice of reason on the Ford-class. As someone who put much sweat and tears (fortunately no blood) into CVN-78, it’s insulting to hear the constant fixation on her problems, but not a peep when they get better or are fixed. The fact she isn’t perfect yet is no reason to denigrate the tens of thousands of us who put in millions of hours to get her this far, and you're the only one who's bothered to acknowledge it.

@rumannkoch4864 4 ай бұрын

Great to hear from V8 that EMALS, AWEs, and AAGs are all performing better that expected. I especially liked that he said "we're making improvements upon improvements". USS Gerald R Ford: "Integrity at the helm"!!!

@psychohist 4 ай бұрын

I sense some reservations regarding AAG. I wonder if we could get some deeper intel on that.

@jimc6687 4 ай бұрын

I can tell you just from my gut listening to this admiral that I feel safer just listening to his confidence and knowledge!

@sjsomething4936 4 ай бұрын

Definitely glad to hear that EMALS is working as always intended, it was concerning for a while there. An expensive development but my understanding is that it adds a lot of capacity to the Ford class by its reduced size.

@spvillano 4 ай бұрын

I got a laugh, as Russian media and their bots kept going on and on about how EMALS, AWE's and AAG's were all failing and well, the entire ship was non-operational - while touring the Med and her aircraft merrily thundering overhead. I guess Scotty beamed those aircraft into the air or something. The naysayers obviously know nothing about technology, as linear induction motors aren't new. Hell, I remember them used in high end consumer electronics (specifically, a top of the line Sony CD player) back in the early '90's. Scaling them up to toss aircraft into the air and literally getting the switching timing and strength down pat takes time and in situ calibration that'll shorten subsequent installations and calibrations immensely. After all, the first steam cats weren't exactly spectacular in performance initially, despite a century of working with steam powered devices. And I'll continue to bite my tongue over one POTUS who wanted the vessel converted to steam... I would pay real money to look at their switching gear for the EMALS and AAG's though, as an old electronics tech type! The amount of energy that the snubbers alone toss around is immense!

@spvillano 4 ай бұрын

@@psychohist a lot of that would remain sensitive, as it'd impact operations. I suspect that'll largely revolve around some turbulence issues causing delays in energy transfer and shunting, so to a fair extent, it'll be software resolved and some hardware tuning. Besides electronics, I also worked on hydro-pneumatic systems. A lot of the issues is, fairly old tech being implemented for novel uses in novel ways, so there are going to be some growing pains.

@fntsmk 4 ай бұрын

Mooch, seeing you on the bridge of Ford makes me wish I could go back and do that job all over again. Funny how as we age and mature, our desire to go back and do the job for the sake of the job, becomes somewhat more important than the desire for extended leave and romantic pursuits. Back when I was a young sailor on CV-63, I knew that what we did in work ups and on deployment was important, but other youthful dreams and fascinations always seemed to overshadow the importance of the job at hand. As the old saying goes: "Youth is wasted on the young." BZ to Adm. Verissimo, CVN-78 and her crew for a job well done, going above and beyond the call on her recent extended, extended, extended deployment.

@nvus2758 4 ай бұрын

Well put. Wish I knew then what I know now

@siseley1 4 ай бұрын

Were you aboard CV -63 in 71-73? my Brother was on her for two operations and the riots.

@joerichardson4325 4 ай бұрын

CVN-68 and CVN-71 from '86-'89 here...copy much of that.

@johnhupp8444 4 ай бұрын

I am proud to have been a member of the team that manufactured,assembled, tested the main propulsion turbines for CVN 78 Gerald R Ford. We also did the same for CVN 77 and 79.

@delgadomd1 4 ай бұрын

Perfect example of how great an interview is, when the interviewer has the same knowledge and vocabulary as the interviewed. People giving an interview are nervous/guarded when they have no idea what's going to be asked, or by whom. The admiral had no trace of nerves/hesitation because, he knows who you are. That you've worn the same shoes, talk the same talk, and have the same respect for the organization. The admiral was as polished as a PR officer. This was just a free-flowing conversation between brothers. Thanks for the great interview Mooch. Respect... from a brother wearing different shoes. Thanks

@flparkermdpc 4 ай бұрын

Amen, Brothers. Ward, words fail me in praises and appreciation. 😊 Thank yous from top to keel.

@The_ZeroLine 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, Admiral, for the access and time.

@attilarepasi6052 4 ай бұрын

It's quite a skill to manage to say something substantial, while working within great constraints regarding what can be discussed. This was a great interview.

@perfectdisabledparent6949 4 ай бұрын

Ward so awesome! I still remember when my Dad who was in DISCOM got a private tour arranged and carried me/my wheelchair onboard the JFK in the early 80's. We went up to the bridge, the fan tail and one of the messes.

@jaybee9269 4 ай бұрын

Sounds like an awesome Dad.

@jmmbutte 4 ай бұрын

Former Army here, pleasure watching your content and seeing Navy things 😊.

@user-vg3yc6gk5f 4 ай бұрын

Better and more accurate information than any media outlet is giving. Thank you for your continuing service!

@johnhenderson3646 4 ай бұрын

More straight from the horses mouth type info that we're accustomed to here on this channel. Thanks, Mooch!

@dougvazquez6571 4 ай бұрын

I enjoy listening to these discussions. It helps me get a better feel for how our service people do their great work for our country.

@harrylime3.143 4 ай бұрын

As always we love the fact Mooch can always get us to the people in the know so we get the best info Available , thanks again look forward to more Mooch on the move episodes, after you visit the carriers maybe you can get us on one of those cool DDG'S

@WardCarroll 4 ай бұрын

Great idea.

@williampulley 4 ай бұрын

@nvus2758 4 ай бұрын

As a former DDG-19 Sailor I approve this message.

@rtnjbmd7 4 ай бұрын

As the parent of a deployed naval member. Your page keeps me sane with all the information you provide. Thank you.

@daveboatman4024 4 ай бұрын

Great, as usual, interview, Mooch!

@WardCarroll 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, Dave!

@thomasoreilly6140 4 ай бұрын

Hi Ward, I am so appreciative of your channel. As a civilian who lacks connections to the military; it would be easy for me to be oblivious to the tremendous work and sacrifice of our sailors. Thank you, and many thanks to our service members!

@robbliven01 4 ай бұрын

Complete and total admiration for this ship and the sailors who make this ship FANTASTIC!!!

@robdonaldson7580 4 ай бұрын

Served with RADM Verissimo (call sign V8) onboard CVN-74 when he was an Air Dept/V-2 shooter in 1999. I was the V-2 Catapult & Arresting Gear Maintenance Officer. Outstanding leader, and naval officer. A lot of fun to work with as well.

@jimcombs6760 4 ай бұрын

As a former enlisted guy/NCO it’s awesome seeing an interview like this! Thank you!!

@nkhmd 4 ай бұрын

fantastic! It feels like an honor sitting in on this conversation. Thank you, sir.

@markanderson5077 4 ай бұрын

I had the honor of depolying on three carriers during my time in Air Force SOF: Nimitz, Saratoga and Enterprise. Carriers are facinating platforms and worth every penny. Adm V8 is impressive, as most senior flags are. Another home run video. Thanks.

@gotchagoing4905 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Mooch. Great job on explaining how our carrier Navy works.

@jeff0247598 4 ай бұрын

Too all the Navy families, spouses, friends and co-workers that are missing the person that is serving in extended deployments you are the foundation of our great Navy. You keep the home fires burning while the loved one keeps our nation and her interests protected. Time away from family is painful. That is really a huge sacrifice that our Navy members and families make. Your nation is grateful to the person serving in the greatest Navy sailing the seas of this planet and is grateful to you, the families who make the sacrifice of giving your loved one to our Navy in harms way and at times extended deployments. Thank you isn’t enough to sum up how grateful I am to you.

@jyellowhammer 4 ай бұрын

Amen and well said!

@scottcooper4391 4 ай бұрын

It's often said the hardest job in the Navy is that of "Navy Spouse / family"

@siseley1 4 ай бұрын

AMEN SIR!! I don't know how my Mother did it with 5 kids, and so much separation. @@scottcooper4391

@LuvBorderCollies 4 ай бұрын

Extended deployments are the leading cause of retention problems. I've been hearing rumbling of under-staffing on the Atlantic coast from NCO's re: sea-going enlisted. Other branches are having problems like the regular Army, prospects are leery of the current admin getting involved in some worthless quicksand. The Army Natl Guard got severely abused during the "war on terror" with chronic call-ups for more bodies. Five deployments was common, most I heard was 7. Some NG lost their jobs despite what Federal law seems to protect them from. Extremely hostile attitudes from former NG has permeated deeply through the society. So that causes kids to have second thoughts when every week or two brings another troublesome hotspot to attention. The horrible debacle in Afghanistan has not been forgotten either.

@ruckusmalone9419 4 ай бұрын

Going into Afghanistan or pulling out ? If out, you must mean how the entire Afghan "army" just dropped their weapons and abandoned their duties after 20 years of US training and how much funding ? If going in, why were we there in the first place .... was it due to the 15 SAUDI ARABIAN 9/11 hijackers ? @@LuvBorderCollies

@michaelrunnels7660 4 ай бұрын

Excellent interview. The Admiral explains the mission and situation of the Atlantic Fleet in a succinct and precise way.

@chrishensley6745 4 ай бұрын

Glad/Blessed to have these guys on my team....God Bless America....and you go guys and good job Ward with your connections on the inside/Real News.

@philiphymel19 4 ай бұрын

I like the last statements of the admiral. " We all like purpose. There's purpose in the Navy."

@anthonyarrigo2202 4 ай бұрын

From an Army guy - thanks for the interview. It helps to understand our sister services missions and their effects on personal that could possibly effect our mission and optempo.

@jimwatson5977 4 ай бұрын

Best channel on the Tube Mooch! Keep up the great work.

@WardCarroll 4 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@notatechie 4 ай бұрын

Ward Carroll: The most trusted name in news.

@deserthorsedude 4 ай бұрын

This interview is a direct download of RA Verissimo's brain and thought process. I had no idea the complexity that these commanders manage. It is reassuring that he, and his command, have crew considerations as a high priority in their thought process and communications up and down the command structure. We are well served by RA Verissimo and his crew of the Ford.

@gravitypronepart2201 4 ай бұрын

Loved; "We all want purpose. There's purpose here in the Navy." That should be our recruting slogan.

@okcstormchaser 4 ай бұрын

Always look forward to a new video from Mooch and happy to hear that everything went as expected on CVN 78. It is definitely one way to stress test the new technology to make sure it works as expected. CSGS are awesome, especially the dual and important roles the Destroyers and Cruisers play, not to mention the random subs with them, which I'd imagine would be in such a dangerous task they were just on. Big shout out and love to our armed forces!

@roneified4405 4 ай бұрын

Love that your content is both detailed and brief - keep 'em coming Mooch! Thanks!

@donkeytonks6466 4 ай бұрын

Seeing the competency of admirals like this gives me a lot of confidence in the navy

@Hardball1Alpha 4 ай бұрын

Mooch brings such a library of all-things Naval Air to the interview, it gives V-8 room to really throttle up the responses... Instead of having to dumb it down for the local news channel. Fly Navy!!!

@johningram9081 4 ай бұрын

Just a outstanding interview. Just the sheer amount of information is outstanding. My son a E - 8 will be be assigned to the Harvey C. Barnum in Maine this coming May. Currently home port is Norfolk. Proud Navy Dad .

@chocolatefrenzieya 4 ай бұрын

Just the thought that a grouchy old Sr. Chief has a proud dad at home is adorable. 😀🥰

@jamesbrown5600 4 ай бұрын

Just FYI, I work at BIW and have done much work on the electrical design of that ship. I think she's in sea trials now or will be shortly. What is your son's rate, I know he's a Senior Chief (E-8) but what was his field, was he an ET, or EM or a GMG or GMM etc...etc...

@johningram9081 4 ай бұрын

@@chocolatefrenzieya Thank you so much.

@johningram9081 4 ай бұрын

That's outstanding.

@johningram9081 4 ай бұрын

@@jamesbrown5600 GMM.

@Marine450x 4 ай бұрын

I did one deployment (Westpac) during my 4 years in the Marine Corps airwing. I loved it. Watching this makes long for those days. I hope, I really do that the young men, and now women, who do serve on these magnificent ships, and their country, appreciate the extremely special privilege it is to do so. Like me, it may be a once in a life time opportunity. I would trade my now very comfortable lifestyle to do one more cruise, if it were possible.

@fergystuff 4 ай бұрын

So happy and proud that we have such smart and competent people serving in our armed services, the Admiral is so impressive as are all of the people within his command chain.

@MichaelDavis-we8xl 4 ай бұрын

That is how an interview is conducted. Excellent preparation and follow through!

@BIG570S 4 ай бұрын

Outstanding interview…Proud of our US Navy.🇺🇸

@americanyeehawd 4 ай бұрын

When it comes to Naval Air Ops there is no better channel. Well done.

@cynthiacampbell8356 4 ай бұрын

Many thanks for a great interview! Saw your vehicle parked at the pier on Friday and had been checking daily on your site for anything new. As a carrier builder (CVN-70-77) and now maintenance provider at NOB for some of those same ships, I have a great love for CVN's. It is always uplifting and encouraging to hear news and information such as that provided by V8. I am going to make it a point to show this video to my crew this week. Our military men and women are our country's true heroes. Thank you sir!

@WardCarroll 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, Cynthia. Sorry we missed you.

@williammrdeza9445 4 ай бұрын

Loved the interview and the time Rear Admiral Verissimo took to field and answer your questions Ward. As always, you seem to be able to not only gain access to people in strategic places, but to ask the most pertinent questions to get the most out the opportunity. Thanks for bringing us the intel on this important and time-relevant topic.

@flparkermdpc 4 ай бұрын

The skill with which Mooch handles the spoken word both technically and operationally reveals and reflects the seriousness of commitment to his post Navy F14 career, and his new one in media. We are so fortunate to have a self-made professional grade person who has taken over the role of the formerly great Fourth Estate. I can't pour out enough praise and gratitude.😊❤

@michaeldigiovanni2622 4 ай бұрын

Great job sir. Thank you so much Mooch for keeping us all informed with your reports. So proud of our tremendous service members. God bless you all for keeping us safe.

@ChuckMahon 4 ай бұрын

Solid interview! Keep 'em coming. Your access and trust by Navy Flags is really valuable for helping tell the story of Naval Aviation and Navy in general.

@friscostreetstories5403 4 ай бұрын

This is what gives our military such a great advantage is the amount of freedom we give commanders on the ground. The military will always be a great option for anyone wanting a rewarding career.

@bmwman63 4 ай бұрын

Agree, with that. As an enlisted guy, I enjoyed doing the real stuff on a gator and never minded the time out at sea. The dry dock time and the operations got very old very fast. Thanks for making the video sir.

@riggodrill 4 ай бұрын

Something I've learned from watching Mooch's channel is how the United States appears to be in really good hands at an operational level, when it comes to the US Navy. We have some incredibly talented and committed people serving the country.

@kidcasco1966 4 ай бұрын

Best and most inspirational thing the Admiral could say "We all need purpose. There is purpose in the Navy". Honored.

@RubyS.1 4 ай бұрын

You get the best of the best on this show

@gregoryhattenfels7864 4 ай бұрын

wow that view is amazing , i remember seeing U.S.S. Independence in Sydney in 1992 and the height of the flight deck ( filled with jets ) above the waterline was incredible , i thank goodness we are besties lol G'Day from Australia and keep up this wonderful content.

@nathandanner4030 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Ward! I can't wait to see a 'Ford Class' in person on the West Coast!

@DonWan47 4 ай бұрын

This guy has so much going on, he’s earning every cent of his pay check. I hope he has a huge staff to support him.

@flparkermdpc 4 ай бұрын

Ward is another example of the versatility that a Naval Academy education and culture instills in the few who are chosen and maximize their opportunities. Admiral Verlissimo is several standard deviations from off the charts. I have known a few USNA grads, and none has "average" as a descriptor.

@IamusTheFox 4 ай бұрын

Bet it feels great to be incharge of the 8th most powerful airforce in the world.

@MelordJenkins 4 ай бұрын

This was an amazing interview, as much as you can know. More upgrades to come. It’s been battle tested, and proven. Now it’s going to implement more that works.

@jeffr6280 4 ай бұрын

What a great interview Mooch! Interviews aboard ship and in the yard really bring home what it's all about. It's confidence inspiring to see the intensity and confidence about task and purpose that Admiral Verissimo exudes. It would be great to see an interview with a destroyer skipper given the workload those crews are shouldering given the number of threats they're facing. Keep up the great work!

@alanhirayama4592 4 ай бұрын

Incredible insight into not only the ship but the people that keep it operational. Thank you to Rear Admiral Verissimo for his service and leadership.

@loulew07 4 ай бұрын

My dad was WW2 22yr Navy , he would love your channel . I sure do , was born their at Naval Station Norfolk . Thanks for all your effort you put into each video .

@alexseiler1604 4 ай бұрын

Mooch, Always an important listen. Your direct and substantive questions are a standout. Thx!

@flparkermdpc 4 ай бұрын

Mooch is always mindful of keeping his questions inside the boundaries that his guests and sources have to operate and, in so doing keeps the dialog and prose flowing smoothly without adjustment pauses that break the dialog. Ward has crafted in his questions and the sequencing the whole of what we hear, with great clarity. This probably can't be taught as a single class. Or even multiple classes. We here are blessed. No notes, not an um or uh. The only similar experience is on Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson at Stanford's Hoover Institution, which is separate and distinct from the fallen Stanford University.

@daveh4893 4 ай бұрын

Another excellent video with interesting and timely information. Thanks!

@gtilson 4 ай бұрын

Another Great Video!! Thanks Mooch, and very much appreciate V8 and all his crew!!❤️👍

@andrewvelonis5940 4 ай бұрын

BTW Gerald Ford served on aircraft carrier Monterrey during WWII. When Typhoon Cobra hit there was a fire in the hangar deck. Lt. Ford went to asses the situation and was nearly swept overboard by the wind, but he carried out his assignment.

@HandyMan657 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for this episode. It's good to hear that people still honor the oath they swore. Cheers

@TruthAlways59 4 ай бұрын

Excellent interview, thank you for sharing

@andrewpinner3181 4 ай бұрын

Incredible service you guys ! To say thanks is an understatement ! (Best wishes from across the pond).

@arthurpearson3407 4 ай бұрын

As always a great to the point informative session. Because of your service experience, you’re able to illicit the nuts and bolts info of how the facts pieces fit into the big overall picture. No one does it better. USAF vet.

@scottward7813 4 ай бұрын

I've said it before. Thank you for setting things out in layman's terms for those of us who haven't been in the service, but what want to be informed and supportive.

@BeckVMH 4 ай бұрын

I have great confidence in our military and appreciate their work greatly. Thank you for these interviews that illustrate so well their professionalism.

@JonJon-ey8ns 4 ай бұрын

Loved this video! Great work Brother! Keep up the good work and your service never ends. Thank You Mooch! 👍

@Bam_Boozler 3 ай бұрын

Great interview looking forward to seeing future interviews just like this one

@frankgulla2335 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, Ward, nice job deciphering the Admiral's jargon for us landlubbers.

@michaelofarrell488 4 ай бұрын

Thank you to your service sir!

@steveturner3999 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Mooch. It’s so good to see that things are going well with the new technologies associated with the Ford class. I hope that crew morale and retention is getting the attention they truly deserve. It doesn’t matter how good the ship is if there isn’t a crew. Looking forward to the next Deep Intel.

@belleice1943 4 ай бұрын

Good job and good interview, glad to hear the good news about the fleet certainly relaxing feeling that things are going well there.

@mulinzhan4167 4 ай бұрын

What an insightful and purely great interview. Thank you.

@barryweissburg8787 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Mooch! Great snapshot of our naval status.

@russetburbanks275 4 ай бұрын

YouI can’t tell you enough how much I love your channel. Thank you, sir, for the incredible content and your service.

@stephendecatur189 4 ай бұрын

Thanks again Ward. Keep up the wonderful work.

@Zakerius 4 ай бұрын

This is such an incredible video, an amazing interview. Thank you for this insight!

@FrederickRH1 4 ай бұрын

That was GREAT. Thanks for bringing us this very educational piece. 👍

@andrewbaker8373 4 ай бұрын

This so creates a very productive, positive view by the world of the good work being done. We are and should be eternally grateful .

@vancekeith5642 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for another great interview

@xxslick66xx 4 ай бұрын

I love this interview!

@TambriaMoore 4 ай бұрын

My grandson’s ship; love her!

@bruce02 4 ай бұрын

What a great interview! Learned so much

@beckyumphrey2626 4 ай бұрын

Great interview. I am a proud Navy Vet from the 80's. It is sad.recruiting is such a struggle. I was in delayed entry for 11 months recruitment was so well. The Navy is.far.far different than it once was. :(

@davidlee8551 4 ай бұрын

Excellent report. Thank You!

@mpetry912 4 ай бұрын

interviewed the Admiral on the bridge ! pretty good score

@johnnalty5150 4 ай бұрын

Excellent interview Ward!!!

@corvanphoenix 4 ай бұрын

Great leader, great ship, great crew. It's a huge relief. We need this ship & class to be at its best over the next decade or so.

@jimnelson387 4 ай бұрын

Appreciate the work to get the facts and details out so we can all understand how it works! Great questions, Ward, and transparent answers from the Admiral

@bronson7130 4 ай бұрын

My intention when joining the Navy in 1969 was a career. Many good things many bad. 2.5 yrs from E1 to E5. My evals were 4.0, but I had to deal with good and bad leaders, many were alcoholics. I knew if I ever wanted a family it would be rough. I liked the work, the people I worked with, the travel and food. I had good friends and have good memories. No officer and only one CPO even mentioned reenlistment and the CPO just chuckled and told me I'd be back in 6 months. I wasn't

@stevenwiederholt7000 4 ай бұрын

@bronson7130 "I had to deal with good and bad leaders" I could tell you tales! " I knew if I ever wanted a family it would be rough." Raising a family n the military, that's not easy. OTOH just getting out of HS, a kid could do worse than do a tour.