US Air Force's Mission: Decide If You're Ready Most airmen and airwomen in the Air Force work on flight support missions, handle base affairs and construct airstrips, among...
Joining the Air Force: Overview Thinking of joining the Air Force? Want to know what it takes and what types of jobs in the Air Force are available?
Joining the Coast Guard: Overview Thinking of joining the Coast Guard? Want to know what it takes and what types of jobs in the Coast Guard are available?
Joining the Army: Overview Thinking of joining the Army? Want to know what it takes and what types of jobs in the Army are available?
Joining the Navy: Overview Thinking of joining the Navy? Want to know what it takes and what types of jobs in the Navy are available?
Compare Your Enlistment Options The services offer two basic ways of joining: standard enlistment, in which you sign up and get started immediately, and...
Brushing Up on Military Missions While each branch of the United States military has mixed forces, each one has a specific mission.
What Military Recruits Can Take from the 'Miracle on Ice' USA Hockey Team Coach Herb Brooks assembles a team of undisciplined individuals and turned it into a team capable of beating the Soviet Union...
How Old Is Too Old to Join the Military? If you really want to join at an "advanced" age it may be possible.
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.
Pentagon Withdraws Admiral's Nomination to Lead Pacific Fleet Amid Renewed Attention on Drag Shows The Pentagon has confirmed reports it has pulled Navy Rear Adm. Michael Donnelly from promotion and a new job overseeing the...
3.8% Raise for Service Members Endorsed by House and Senate Defense Bills The raise is consistent with the Trump administration's budget request for next year, as is the overall value of the House...
A Chinese-Owned Company Owns Farmland near Fort Riley. Federal Officials Think That's Bad The White House and top officials this week rolled out a plan aimed at limiting foreign ownership of farm and ranch land.
Senators Seek Guardrails Against JAG Firings in Must-Pass Defense Policy Bill Firing a top military lawyer would require a congressional notification that includes a substantive justification under a...
Coast Guard Selects 'Proven' Command Master Chief for Top Enlisted Position Command Master Chief Phillip Waldron will serve as the 15th senior enlisted adviser to the Coast Guard commandant.
