oath's - especially an enlistment oath - DO have expiration dates - they expire when you are discharged
oaths are also contextual - they are specific for the purpose in which you raised your hand
they are not legally a lifelong thing and you can't stand behind it as such......perhaps you can ideologically - but to suggest taking up arms (or whatever) to defend the constitution because you took an oath of enlistment - or some similar military oath......is silly. i'm sorry, but it is
Possibly as it pertains to military service, but not as in applies to a dedication to the Constitution. Split hairs all you like. I swore an oath to the Constitution. I signed a blank check for my life, and I saw 47 of my friends get their checks cashed.
I do stand on my oath to the Constitution, and will do so until my check is cashed.
The military is very specific in procedures and policies no? Why wouldnt the oath include "for the length of my enlistment"?
I think it so solemn and written as it is because you may indeed forfeit your life in defense of the Constitution. That kind of allegiance doesnt end when a contract expires.
^I don't understand your interest in detracting from people's devotion to the Constitution and the obligation they feel to defend it stemming from their military oath.
Why does it have to Active Duty? Reservist's and National Guard take the same oath.
oh geez - yes, you're absolutely right
i meant no slight to the AGR folks