I chose the Army because of my ancestors, who served from the Revolutionary War to Vietnam. The Army taught me respect, obedience and self-reliance. It especially caused me to grow up fast! As a result of the volunteer draft in 1969, I ended up in the infantry and trained at Fort Knox, Fort Polk, and Fort Campbell. After around 14 months, I was promoted to Specialist 4th Class and retained that rank until my ETS (expiration term of service).

I firmly believe that everyone should serve in the military, even if only for a short time, as that would bring some respect back into our country. And everyone in this country of ours should revere the United States of America and the flag!

Daniel Hamp, Marshall-Hart-Fisher Post 80