Why do military marry so fast?

The military's solution is to incorporate families in their entirety, and it pays the full relocation costs for each family member -- as long as they are married. This policy causes people to marry earlier than they had planned to, and sometimes to people they would not otherwise have married.
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Why do people in the military get married so soon?

They want people who love them to remember them. They want children to carry on their legacy because there's this uncertainty of coming back." Hurley said after this need, there are varying reasons for marrying young in the military ranging from economic gain, security and love.
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Do military relationships move fast?

Do military relationships move fast? They can at times, but they don't have to. Sometimes couples get engaged and then married quickly because of an upcoming deployment or duty station move. In the eyes of military, you must be married in order for your spouse to come with you.
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Do military get paid more if married?

Although not known as "military marriage pay," service members do receive a pay increase as part of their housing and cost-of-living allowances after they get married.
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Who is most likely to be married in the military?

According to one study, military men are slightly more likely to be married than civilian men and junior enlistees are “nearly twice as likely to be married as civilians aged eighteen to twenty-four years.” Comparing the military sample of the National Longitudinal Survey of Youth (NLSY79) with selected women from ...
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What are the benefits of marrying a military man?

If you are marrying a service member, congratulations.
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Other benefits include:
  • Access to commissaries and exchanges.
  • Free gyms, libraries and other recreation opportunities.
  • Free tax services.
  • Free, confidential non-medical counseling services.
  • Help with education and career goals.
  • Military discounts.
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Is it hard being a military wife?

The life of a military spouse is undeniably challenging. Being away from your partner for months or years at a time, assuming the role of a single parent, trying to balance a career while moving so often – all of these realities of military life can take its toll.
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Is it good to marry a soldier?

SOME people think that a soldier cannot make a good spouse and bring about a happy marriage and wonderful family. This is wrong. Although our job is demanding and requires working away from home, it can still be safe to trust a soldier and later mary him or her. A good spouse is a matter of personality and character.
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Can a girlfriend be a military dependent?

When you marry a service member, you technically become a "dependent" (though I have yet to encounter a military spouse that I would define as dependent on anyone!). However, when you're not married to the service member, you are dependent on them for access to services that play a major role in his or her life.
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Do military spouses get free college?

Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Education Assistance Program: The NMCRS Education Assistance Program offers interest-free loans and grants ranging from $500 to $3,000 per academic year to spouses of active-duty and retired service members for undergraduate programs at an accredited two- or four-year institution.
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Why do military men want to marry quickly?

The military's solution is to incorporate families in their entirety, and it pays the full relocation costs for each family member -- as long as they are married. This policy causes people to marry earlier than they had planned to, and sometimes to people they would not otherwise have married.
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Do guys in the military cheat?

Although our marriages look different to those of our civilian counterparts, military families do not experience a higher rate of infidelity than those in civilian families, which is estimated to be about 1/3 of the population.
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Are soldiers good in bed?

They are great in bed

Strong body, perfect physique, and a good libido, provide military men with everything that is required to have a great sexual life. They are absolutely hot in bed and have a sex drive that gives you all the joy to make you feel happy, satisfied, and complete.
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Are divorce rates higher in the military?

Married troops are divorcing at about the same rate as they have for the previous five years, according to new data released by the Pentagon.
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How do you know if a military guy likes you?

In short, these are the top signs that a military guy is interested in you: He flirts with you. He trusts you. He shares his feelings with you.
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Do military marriages last?

But from what we do know, it seems that on the whole, military couples are probably not more likely to divorce than civilian couples. They may actually even be less likely to split up. (However, some studies suggest that there is an increase in divorce after the military spouse leaves the military.
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Does the military ruin relationships?

Military members are often forced to move numerous times which can be difficult for a non-military spouse as well as a couple's children and may result in a spouse feeling lonely, detached and ultimately resentful of a spouse.
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Can I visit my military boyfriend?

There are visiting hours.

Girls are allowed to visit men in the barracks, but you cannot spend the night. You must sign in with the duty at the front desk. The door to the barracks room is supposed to be propped open during the visit. Rules may vary for different units, but usually you must sign out by 10 PM.
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Can you date within the military?

Yes, soldiers are allowed to date civilians, as well as other soldiers in the military. However, there are some limitations. Officers and enlisted are not allowed to date. There are some exceptions if they were dating prior to joining the service, but you'll want to check the regs for the details.
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Why is the divorce rate so high in the military?

The difficult adjustment of reconnecting as a couple after having been used to being apart, coupled with other issues such as money, affairs, children, alcohol and physical abuse all increase the chance of divorce for military personnel.
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How much does the Army pay if your married?

According to LAWeekly.com, an unmarried private in the Army earns a monthly salary of about $1,350. However, if he gets married, his monthly salary increases to about $1,800.
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Can a girlfriend live on Army base?

No. Unless you are married she will not be recognized as your dependent. You cannot be assigned housing for a family without dependents. And no one can live in your quarters who is not a dependent.
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Why do most military relationships fail?

The marriages of U.S. Armed Forces service members often fail because of infidelity on the part of one or both spouses. There are always stories of lonely military wives hanging out at clubs and cheating on husbands who are deployed.
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What is a military wife called?

Spouses and children of service members are traditionally called dependents. Being called a “Dependa” implies the military spouse sits at home all day doing nothing while their service member sacrifices everything to keep them comfortable.
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Are military relationships worth it?

The pros of being in a military relationship, dating-wise, are simply that it makes the relationship stronger and makes you cherish each other a lot more. The months spent apart and the little time you get to talk makes you realize what you have and appreciate each other more than you ever thought was possible.
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