Oldest-Known Veteran, 110, Blazed Path for Blacks, Women Emma Didlake had no idea what a big deal it was when she joined the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps in 1943.
New Air Force Basic Training Fitness Standards Fitness standards for basic training used to be different from operational Air Force standards, but that is no longer the...
Navy Weapons Qualification Course The Navy is unique: Before you get to handle an actual weapon, you get a chance to fire one in a computerized simulator.
History of US Navy Uniforms Despite over 200 years of history, the Navy still maintains certain uniform traditions.
Navy ROTC Nursing Degree Programs The following information on nursing and health care will help you determine whether you qualify for this challenging area of...
What Are the Odds? Mother, Daughter Serve Together in Germany Janet Godwin and her daughter, Tatiana Zolman, joined the military one week apart in 2009 and are sergeants stationed in...
Military Boot Camp Schedules at a Glance The timetables for boot camp can depend on the specific military branch. Find out specifics of what you will do week to week.
Marine Corps Weight Limits At a Glance Below are the Marine Corps' height and weight allowances for recruits to enlist.
Marine Corps Weapons Qualification Course Unlike the other branches, Marine recruits qualify with the same M-16 rifle they carry around with them throughout the entire...
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...
