Motivation

During the Civil War, most people were motivated to join the army just because they were bored of farming, influenced by friends and neighbors, and some joined for the money.  Motivation for joining the army today, isn't exactly the same as back then.  Reasons why people would join the army is to serve and protect their country along with it's people including their very own families.  I doubt that I'll ever be joining the army.  The only reason for me to actually join is if my family members were to be in danger.  Other than that, there's absolutely no way I'm joining the army.  I can't bare the thought of dying in the midst of a battle.  Also, if I don't die in a battle, I'm pretty sure my parents will end up killing me for actually joining the army.