Used to mettle in the HAM radio years ago, haven't done much with it lately though.
The CB has no requirements for licensing whatsoever though,
You do not need an individual license to operate a CB station. You are authorized by this rule to operate your CB station in accordance with the rules stated in this Subpart. <*also read Rule 17>
#17
{A} You need NOT identify your CB communications...
{B} You are ENCOURAGED to identify your CB communications by any of the following means:
[1] Previously assigned FCC CB call sign
[2] K prefix followed by operators initials and residence zip code
[3] Your name;
or
[4] Description of your organization including name and any applicable operator unit number
{C} You are encouraged to use a "handle" (nickname) ONLY IN CONJUNCTION WITH the methods of identification listed above in paragraph B of this section.
http://www.fcc.gov/encyclopedia/citi...and-cb-service
A HAM license would be good for general information and has more capability depending on what frequency you use but the HAM doesn't cover the CB frequency range correct?
CB is just very common and useful for most folks; a lot of 4wheel drive folks use them on the trail as cell reception is not an option most places ya wheel.
I used the 2 meter band (148MHz) but that's it. I was able to talk with a guy in FL from my home state of PA, that was the longest shot I've made with it. With an old Icom handheld no less (using a local repeater station though).