I can imagine that a bunch of new recruits are just finishing up basic training and are going to be sent on their first assignments. It must be scary for them. Although, most of them will not go anywhere near the middle east, it is inevitable that they will be used where needed. And, with the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan, who knows how many troops we'll need down the road! It's a scary situation. I understand that our entire military force is not fighting in this war, purifyer, but I would imagine that the marines would all be on the highest alert because they're on the front lines. I'm surprised there is nothing in place to prevent a mass exodus of troops (like it would ever happen). You know...in the event of a nuclear world war, thousands of troops may apply to get out prematurely, leaving a gaping hole in our military. That thought worries me. I don't know exactly how it all works, but just the thought of military personnel leaving early worries me. I know I shouldn't think like that, but it's hard not to during these times.