They say that being a part of the army is not a simple matter and only a few chosen by fate are called to protect own soil against an external or internal enemy.
However, the realities of this profession vary dramatically around the world, as demonstrated by the experience of one long-serving soldier. Peruvian Army such as AmericaThanks to his dual nationality.
Through a candid video shared on TikTok, the soldier revealed the nuances and contradictions that shape his two military realities.
The idea that “to serve in the army is to love the country” inspired many to give their time and efforts to these organizations. User is dictokero @Carlos AmpuroHe decided to devote eight years of his life to training and service in the armies of Peru and the United States.
His constant reflection on the differences between the two countries has revealed the differences and similarities between these two armed forces. One of the first things this soldier pointed out was the staggering difference in logistics between the forces.
According to him, America leads the world in this regard. They invest considerable sums in equipment, uniforms and well-being of their employees. “They have incredible logistics.”He said.
Another of the most notable differences is the standard of living within North American forces. Ampuero felt that the life American soldiers led was a typical one A colonel or commander in Peru.
In this sense, American soldiers get many benefits like study opportunities, medical insurance, housing for their families.
However, the soldier pointed out the paradox of this well-being: dehydration is an imminent danger. He mentioned that there is plenty of water in it American Missions In the event of scarcity, it becomes an essential component of survival.
However, the life of the Peruvian military paints a different picture. Ampuro appreciated Courage and resilience of national players. According to him, our Peruvian soldiers, especially those in the jungle, stand out as the best in the world.
For example, he said he was a soldier Peru forest He can be left alone with a knife for a week and build a house for shelter within a week. In this sense, he emphasized the creativity and adaptability of Peruvian soldiers in the face of adversity.
While resources are more widely distributed in the US military, morale and magic stand out in the Peruvian military.
Ampuero emphasized that this unique and supportive energy is something that cannot be found anywhere else. An example of this, he said, has never seen any American team sing as well as the crowd.
However, he criticized the latent problem in the Peruvian military: Corruption. “Most people want to achieve a high level of financial gain,” he asserted, bringing to the table an issue that affects many companies.
The soldier’s words did not go unnoticed. In the comments of the video, users expressed gratitude and appreciation for their work The dedication of the Peruvian soldiers, who exemplifies perseverance and courage despite obstacles. Some shared their views on the realities of the military in Peru and the respect they deserve.
“The soldier from the jungles and mountains is creative, but those in the jungle are experts at survival,” he said, adding, “In conclusion, the U.S. Army, in its organization and Army of Peru for its personnel”, “100% agree with you, thanks for honoring our proud Peru Army”, some comments were left to read.
On the other hand, some users promised that “boys of the Peruvian army should be treated well and given privileges because they serve their country with good will and they should be well paid”, while others took the opportunity to send congratulations. They reaffirmed their commitment to the country as belonging to the army.