Military Branches
Students are encouraged to learn more about the services by talking to the recruiters who come during lunches as well as attending school job fairs and events.
ASVAB Test – 11th and 12th-grade students are encouraged to take this free exam that helps identify your strongest skills and career paths and determines if you’re able to enlist
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The Different Branches of the Military
There are five main branches of the military including the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and the Coast Guard.
Army
The Army is the main ground force and the largest branch of the military. The Army's job is to control and fight on land using land troops, tanks, and artillery.
Air Force
The Air Force is the part of the military that fights using aircraft including fighter planes and bombers. The Air Force was part of the Army up until 1947 when it was made into its own branch. The Air Force is also responsible for military satellites in space
Navy
The Navy fights in the oceans and the seas throughout the world. The Navy uses all sorts of battleships including destroyers, aircraft carriers, and submarines. The U.S. Navy is significantly larger than any other navy in the world and is armed with 10 of the world's 20 aircraft carriers (as of 2014).
Marine Corps
The Marines are the main landing force for the military. The Marines work closely with the Navy in attacking and establishing "beachheads" during the war. The Marines are often some of the first soldiers to enter combat.
CoastGuard
The Coast Guard is separate from the other branches as it is part of the Department of Homeland Security. The Coast Guard is the smallest of the military branches. It monitors the U.S. Coastline and enforces border laws as well as helps with ocean rescues. The Coast Guard can become part of the Navy during times of war.
Reserves
Each of the branches above has active personnel and reserve personnel. Active personnel works full time for the military. Reserves, however, have non-military jobs, but train on weekends throughout the year for one of the military branches. During times of war, the reserves can be called upon to join the military full time.