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Hi I'm wanting to be a paratrooper I want to learn life lessons and other lesson whilst I'm doing it do you learn these

Macauly G. asked a question to James S.

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  • Author: Macauly G.
  • Category: Eligibility advice, Qualifications
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  • Michael K.
    Michael K. Army Careers Advisor

    Hi Macauly,


    The average British Soldier gains more live experience in 1 year then what most UK adults' do in their entire life. So in a nut shell, absolutely.

  • MG
    Macauly G. Candidate

    Hi michael i want to live my life to the fullest I have started abit late but thats because ive just had a tragic loss in my family I wondered if there's a certain age to be for them to not pass you and I cant wait to join

  • Michael K.
    Michael K. Army Careers Advisor

    We all face hardships in some some capacity. Hard times create hard people. As tough as it appears on occasion, we could end up being better for some difficult times. I hope you are doing well now.


    The cut off to apply is 35, as long as you are in basic training prior to your 36th birthday.

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