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Military

posted 12 years ago by Reapervai
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In the movie, the news anchor is stated as saying that Liev's character refused the officers commission that he was entitled to.

I was wondering, what would give him that entitlement?

Is it because he's a senator's son? I mean normally you need a University degree and then go through a rigorous vetting process to see if you are suitable.

[–] heyuactor 11 years ago

I think he had a degree and maybe ROTC or whatever.

"Did you make coffee...? Make it!"--Cheyenne.

[–] oldgoatee 9 years ago

I'm sure he was a college graduate, but a journalist didn't necessarily know the leadership experience expected of an officer candidate...

[–] oldgoatee 9 years ago

Most civilian colleges don't offer a Military Science major. And even with no ROTC, a college graduate can enlist for OCS