A Look at Concientious Objectors (CO)

Headline in the local paper reads, Enlisted Soldiers have a change of heart, just prior to deployment Is this a conscientious objector CO or just a way out Is it an ethical dilemma Lets take a look into this touchy subject, and learn about different circumstances when having to deal with this issue. Keep an open mind, and dont jump to unfounded conclusions before the system has its chance. Task Force Infantry is getting ready to deploy. Training is increasing weapons qualification, media relations, improved explosive device LED awareness, customs andculture awareness, checkpoint operations, convoy security operations, and physical fitness. This training is critical to make sure these young Soldiers can survive on the battlefield. The days dont seem to have enough time. Hundreds of Soldiers are preparing for a yearlong deployment. Make sure finances are straight, family issues in order, car gets into storage, get immunizations up to date, and the list goes on. The Soldiers need to focus on the training and preparation that is taking place. What can happen next The unit is full of excitement, so much to get done and so little time. It will all happen, because the noncommissioned officers NCOs will make it happen. The last thing we need is for a few Soldiers to bring a great unit to its knees. Some things can get in a unit, like an infectious disease. The war is in a foreign land the enemy does not wear a uniform, what is this war about Should the U.S. be involved Two enlisted Soldiers from Task Force Infantry want to talk with the commander. The Soldiers say the war is not right it goes against their beliefs. Okay, lets take a look at what is going on here. Keep the unit focused this is only an isolated incident. The Soldiers go into the First Sergeants 1SG office. What is going on here Well ISG, the recruiter never mentioned going to war.