It’s a persistent myth that the military is mostly the poor. In...

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It’s a persistent myth that the military is mostly the poor.

In reality, the force skews heavily middle and upper-middle class.

Low income applicants fail entrance requirements due to education gaps and criminal records.

Modern warfare requires intelligence and adaptability.
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In fact, the dumbest soldiers are still typically smarter than 1/3rd of the population.
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And if veterans play their cards right, there’s a lot more benefits to take advantage of.

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