Teens are often roped into joining the military at the thought of shooting things, guns and explosions. While these aspects of military recruitment do exist, it is not normally on the level that high school teens seem to think. Here are 5 of the more over exaggerated claims that are made regarding joining the Marines Corps.
1 – Many teens join the Marines because they are under the impression that their school will be completely paid for, when this is not always the case.
2 – Many teens join the Marines because they are under the impression that joining up is easier than simply trying to find a job.
3 – Many teens join the Marines because they are under the impression that they will automatically receive enlistment bonuses no matter what.
4 – Many teens join the Marines because they are under the impression that they can have any post or job that they want while enlisted.
5 – Many teens join the Marines because they are under the impression that they can travel all over the world with their company for free.



