Hey all, bit of a unique question here. Could someone who's well versed in the military rules confirm if it's permitted for me to date someone from a different branch of the military once I've enlisted? Really curious about how this works.
Certainly! In general, there's no explicit rule against dating someone in a different branch of the military. Military regulations mainly concern themselves with personal relationships that can affect the chain of command or lead to favoritism, such as relationships between an officer and an enlisted person within the same chain of command.
That said, it's important to note that all relationships, regardless of where they are in the military hierarchy or branch, must adhere to the standards of conduct as defined by the military. This includes maintaining decency, respect, and putting service responsibilities first. Dating between different branches isn't exactly an issue as long as it doesn't interfere with the individuals' duties and responsibilities.
It might be challenging because of different rotation schedules, assignments, and locations. However, that's more of a logistical difficulty than a policy issue. You should still consult your commanding officer or a JAG officer to ensure you're not inadvertently breaking any rules.
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