December 15, 2009 By SGT Michael Volkin Boot Camp is a lot tougher than one can imagine. For most people, deciding which branch of service to join isn't difficult. Perhaps you come from a family with a long tradition of joining the Marines, or you would like to follow in your brother's footsteps and join the Navy. Military family tradition is certainly well acknowledged in … [Read more...]
What It Is Like Being A Soldier
As a Soldier in the U.S. Army, you're tasked with upholding the Constitution and protecting America's freedoms. But it's not always work"Soldiers have free time just like everyone else to spend with friends and family, or take part in sports or hobbies. Soldiers continually strengthen themselves … [Read more...]
What to Learn BEFORE Going to Bootcamp
* Updated November 2015 Before you to Army Basic Training, you may want to become familiar with the following four: The Soldier's Creed, General Orders, Code of Conduct, and Soldier's Code. Drill Sergeants have a way of using selective new recruits to demonstrate the failings of civilian society for the rest of the recruits, and -- if you can possibly help it -- you don't … [Read more...]
What Else Do I Get?
The U.S. Army offers great pay and benefits. If you compare it to other jobs, the U.S. Army has one of the most comprehensive benefits packages available. As a soldier in the U.S. Army you will have medical care, dental legal aid, housing allowances, vacation, life insurance along with excellent pay. The Charts below show what you will get as a … [Read more...]
What Does The U.S. Army Do?
Since its birth on June 14, 1775 - more than a year before the Declaration of Independence - the U.S. Army has played a vital role in the growth and development of our Nation. It is a key member of a joint defense team, strategically dominant across the full spectrum of operations. The Army provides the Joint Force with the campaign-quality combat, combat support, and combat … [Read more...]