Joining the Army National Guard For more than 360 years, the citizen soldiers of the Army National Guard have rallied around the flag when their country...
Joining the Air National Guard The Air National Guard was not established as a separate component of the U.S. Air Force until 1947.
Joining the Air Force Reserve The Air Force Reserve supports the regular Air Force by providing professionals in mission critical roles.
How Old Is Too Old to Join the Military? If you really want to join at an "advanced" age it may be possible.
Guide to Military Uniforms The first U.S. military uniforms date back to 1779 when General George Washington chose to use the blue uniform coat with...
By the Letter, Here's a Glossary of Common Military Acronyms Check out the acronyms service members use every day in the military, both common and rare.
The Military is Big on Customs and Courtesies. You Should Be, Too The U.S. military comprises five branches that instill pride in their members through history, mission, capabilities and...
In Basic Training, Surviving the Gas Chamber Requires Sound Strategy Every recruit who goes through basic training is subjected to training in the gas chamber. Learn how to prepare for it.
From the Final Oath to Arriving at Basic: Where Does the Time Go? When you're done with MEPS, it's time to take the oath and head out to basic training.
From Bare Feet to Combat Boots, Marine Lives His American Dream During a high school job fair, Osmar Gorish noticed a man in blue with a big blue banner reading "MARINES" and approached.
Army Disbanding Most Ceremonial Horse Units The Army will begin phasing out five horse-mounted ceremonial units stationed at Fort Irwin, California; Fort Huachuca...
Coast Guard Receives Unprecedented $25 Billion Infusion Under Sweeping 'Big Beautiful Bill' The service will receive funding for more ships, helicopters and unmanned systems and maintenance of installations and...
Navy SEAL Veteran Compares Himself to Trump as He Launches His Bid for Wisconsin Governor A suburban Milwaukee businessman, former Navy SEAL and political newcomer entered Wisconsin's race for governor Wednesday...
Marine Recruiters Promoted an Immigration Benefit Until the Corps Told Them to Stop The military often highlights paths to citizenship as a recruiting tactic, though fulfillment of policies such as PIP has...
Army Policy Severely Limiting Shaving Waivers Goes into Effect Troops will be granted short-term shaving exemptions if they require it, but will be removed from the service if they are on...
