Let's be honest, most parents in Guyana NEVER set out to have their children join the forces, there are far better choices. It's better to be a teacher, a nurse, an engineer, a doctor, a lawyer etc., last on the ladder is being a soldier. So many Indians were able to choose a more desirable and less risk occupation. Having said that, it does not mean the Afros did not want better for their children but it is an economic thing/affordability.
I have two children, I spent a lot to educate them. Today one is a Doctor and the other is a Lawyer in the US. I told them to go and earn NEW money and don't expect much when I die. The Doctor along with two others are building a start-up company, they already have investors offering millions to join, it's an app. for hospitals and doctors to benefit.
What I am trying to say, as parents give guidance to your children at a young age and when the become teens they will make the right choice, teach them well.