I'm one of 6 boys. 5 of us served.
2 oldest brothers, Army, mid-50's, both stationed in Germany.
2 just older than me, Air Force, early 60's. One avionics mostly at Offutt, one data processing at Selfridge (Detoilet). Both went on to civilian careers using the training they received.
I was in the Navy for a while.
Baby Brother didn't serve due to a motorcycle accident in his teens that left him with more stainless steel than a restaurant kitchen in his left leg.
Wife's grand-uncle, doughboy WWI, died in service during 1918 flu epidemic.
Wife's father, USCG WWII, retired as WO4
Our Son, Airborne Ranger and Mechanized 1980's. 10 years service, E6, Medical discharge after training accident.
Our Grandson, USMC wheeled combat vehicle mechanic. Medically retired on 100% disability.