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What was your path to military service?

In 1973, the military draft ended and we now have an all-volunteer military. We want to explore the stories and experiences of the men and women who have chosen to serve.

Whether it was a person, a moment, an event or something else altogether that drove you to serve your country, we want to hear about it. Please share your story below.

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First Name *

Last Name *

City

State or Province *

Postal Code *

E-mail *

Phone *

Have you served in the military? Check any that apply:

I separated from the military before the start of combat in Afghanistan and Iraq.
I separated from the military after the start of combat in Afghanistan and Iraq.
I'm in the regular military on active duty.
I'm in the Guard or Reserve on an active duty deployment.
I'm in the Guard or Reserve but not on active duty.
I'm retired from the military.
Other

If other, please explain.

If you were in the military, what is your current or most recent rank, branch of service and occupation? Where were you stationed?

Please tell us the story of your enlistment.

Please share a story about your military experiences that might surprise people.

If you were deployed overseas, please tell us the story of your homecoming.

What else should we know -- and how else should we talk to -- about the experiences of servicemen and women and/or veterans?

May we use your insights as part of any on air or web presentation? We may edit for length or clarity. *

Yes

No

If you have one at hand, please upload a photo of yourself. We may need it if, in the future, we publish your insights or observations online (we'll ask for your permission before we do). This isn't required, but would be very helpful. Upload your photo here. (No larger than 1 MB, please.)

Please share some details about this photo: names, date, location, and the story behind it.

May we post your photo on our Web site?

Yes

No

Now we'd like to ask some biographical questions to better understand where you are coming from. You are not required to answer any of these and any information you give us will remain private within the newsroom.

In what year were you born?

What's your occupation?

What is your household income?

How do you describe your race/ethnicity?

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If you give us permission to publish your submission, we may edit before sharing it on-air, in print or online. We reserve the right to reuse or republish your submission, or to withhold your submission from publication. You must be 13 years or older to provide a submission.

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