_BiB_ Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 21 Years, USN, Submarines. 102920[/snapback] Wow. I guess you don't have much issue with claustrophobia. That's a long time to spend totally in the boats. Me: Ex Army. 4 years Armored Cavalry as a scout/tanker, then 14 years in the Chemical Corps. Took the take the money and run option at 18 years. Still working with DoD as a contractor military analyst. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmac17 Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 21 Years, USN, Submarines. out from the shadows!!!! unless you have an alias....where you been? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Hey Tom, FWIW, for someone who hasn't served you do seem to have a vary good grasp of how the military functions...Definately more insightful than some around here who have and shall remain nameless. 102756[/snapback] I sincerely appreciate the compliment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 out from the shadows!!!! unless you have an alias....where you been? 103289[/snapback] I believe he was out on builders' trials for the new SSN. Weren't you, RI? How was the new boat? Or do I have you confused with someone else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RI Bills Fan Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 out from the shadows!!!! unless you have an alias....where you been? 103289[/snapback] I've been here. I just decided that lurking and reading the nonsensical battles here was more fun than participating given my limited posting time. Until we get the 023 out to sea I'm working 12 - 14 hour days. (Unlike a few other beltway bandit types, I don't have the option of posting from work) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich in Ohio Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 served in the military??? how long??? what branch? 102633[/snapback] 6 years US Army Ronald Reagan was my Boss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RI Bills Fan Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 I believe he was out on builders' trials for the new SSN. Weren't you, RI? How was the new boat? Or do I have you confused with someone else? 103304[/snapback] I did a little work on the Virginia, but didn't get the chance to ride trials. Most of my effort has been on the 023. Don't bother asking. You know better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 served in the military??? how long??? what branch? 102633[/snapback] 1 tour, 4 years, Army Artillery Corps. Redleg leads the way! Had I not been arrested for underage drinking prior to my enlistment, I would have gone to Ft. Huachuca and been trained in Arabic and Interrogation. And probbly, i'd still be in today if I had gotten the job I wanted. I enjoyed being a sodlier, but Combat Arms was the pits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_BiB_ Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 I've been here. I just decided that lurking and reading the nonsensical battles here was more fun than participating given my limited posting time. Until we get the 023 out to sea I'm working 12 - 14 hour days. (Unlike a few other beltway bandit types, I don't have the option of posting from work) 103308[/snapback] Yeah, you'd need one hell of a long DSL cable, wouldn't you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RI Bills Fan Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Wow. I guess you don't have much issue with claustrophobia. That's a long time to spend totally in the boats. 103282[/snapback] Actually I did one short tour on a surface ship (AKA: Target) transporting TLAM's and cannon fodder during GWI. I was scared shitless the whole time knowing that that tub had absolutely no ASW capability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RI Bills Fan Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Yeah, you'd need one hell of a long DSL cable, wouldn't you? 103325[/snapback] Nah, just need to explain the reason for the uplink request. I don't think the C.O. would approve that one... (The COB might though...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 No service for me....my sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who have or still serve. I have an uncle who retired as Lt. Col and my brother is active at the same rank. The best man from my wedding is currently on the ground in Iraq, so listening to those guys keeps a lot of things in perspective. I am a defense contractor though....have a GSA schedule and everything! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBorn1960 Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 6 years U.S. Army (Regan era)...... Airborne... Death From Above!! LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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