Retired LTG Patrick O'Reilly enjoys speaking to young people who may be interested in the military as their career track. He realizes that not all people are candidates for beginning their career at West Point Military Academy so he has some recommendations on the benefits of enlisting. After hearing LTG Patrick O’Reilly often emphasizes the attractiveness of a military career. Free Education – In a time where college is practically out of the question for the majority of people, the military offers still offers the G.I. Bill along with many other options of tuition assistance (after serving your time). LTG Patrick O’Reilly is a firm believer in education and thinks this should be the top priority to anyone looking to enlist. Financial Security – The military offers a steady paycheck in a time when the economy is beyond difficult for most people with or without college educations. LTG Patrick O’Reilly has watched people move up the ladder over the years and make very good livings for themselves and their families. Travel Around the World – What better way to see the world but by having it paid for? General Patrick O’Reilly has been to just about every single country on the face of the earth. He was paid to be at each and every one of them because he was there with the military. His experiences were priceless and amazing. Medical Benefits – There are no better benefits for individuals and their families. General Patrick O’Reilly never had to stress about anyone getting sick or having the best care if they were. Again, in difficult economic times, this can be almost more important the amount of money a person is earning. A Purpose – Some people join the military because they have no idea what they want to do with their lives and the idea of it gives them some purpose. General Patrick O’Reilly is fond of this point as it was how he felt. He also wanted to give back to the country that he felt so privileged to live in. There are countless other benefits that LTG Patrick O’Reilly could highlight, but those are compelling. In terms of how to choose a career in the military and which branch, LTG Patrick O’Reilly is of course partial to the United States Army. Of all the branches of military service, the U.S. Army pays the most in enlistment bonuses so that is certainly an incentive. http://usmilitary.about.com/od/joiningthemilitary/a/choosing.htm http://enlist.military.com/68/top-10-reasons-to-join-the-military/
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