Why do men join special forces?

Answer 1

well first of all for the money, and collegescholarship, second they feel like they owe their country and third sometimes theyre just idiots that think theyre invincible

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This individual is without a doubt, NOT MILITARY. Servicemen volunteer for many reasons. Money and college are not the reasons. We make the same money as any other soldier and have the same benefits as well (college). Most join to be apart of the team and defend this nation, which we love! It''s a calling to assist and protect the USA and it's citizens. It's a brotherhood like no other.

For me, I love the United States and have enjoyed the freedoms she provides me everyday. My service is to insure it stays that we for my family. We took an oath to defend this Nation against all enemies, and I do so proudly, standing with my brothers in arms! SUA SPONTE!!

SSG. Hernandez

1/75th Rangers

Answer 2

Most people who join the military voluntarily (as in the US) wish to serve their country & fellow citizens. This sentiment is often coupled with some other motivation, such as:

1. following a family tradition.
2. wanting to better themselves as a person.
3. obtaining career training and experience.
4. obtaining educational benefits - at least, in the US, servicemembers completing at least 36 months of honorable service may be eligible for college money under the Post-9/11 GI Bill in addition to any education they may receive while enlisted.
5. realizing a greater purpose/ meaning in life.
6. seeing & experiencing the world and its cultures (expecially for those who choose to join the Navy).
7. needing to escape their hometown or a bad situation (see also 2 & 4).

In the US, there have been times in the past where men have been drafted into war, that is, involutarily and randomly selected to fight for America in some overseas theater. The draft was effectively "retired" in 1973, although all males age 18-24 are required to register for Selective Service should a national emergency extend our need beyond what voluntary support already exists.

In other countries, all able-bodied adult men (and in a few cases, women) may also be required to serve in the military for a certain amount of time, typically 12 - 36 months. Some of these countries include: Armenia, Finland, Greece, Iran, Norway, Turkey, Mexico and Vietnam.

While most who join want to serve their country first and foremost, most men and women who volunteer for military service for a number of secondary reasons, including a desire to become a better person, see the world or even follow a family tradition. In some countries, people (typically men but in some cases women) are required by law to serve in the military for a time once they reach adulthood.