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Joining the military is a big commitment - by both you and the military. This commitment is not to be taken lightly.
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In simple terms, the U.S. Armed Forces are made up of the five armed service branches: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine C...
The Top 3 Reasons You Could Fail Basic Training
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Everybody’s always talking about why you should join the military, so I decided to give you five reasons you shouldn’t join.
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Length of Basic Training and When WIll You Get Your First Paycheck
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A provision in the House defense policy bill would create an entitlement to cover food and other needs.
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The service apparently wrote Hunter a letter asking him to immediately stop using the USMC Eagle, Globe and Anchor emblem.
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The commandant's plan would drastically expand the service's maternity leave benefits.