Military Deployment: Does everyone experience it?

Hey friends, currently in the investigatory phase of considering the military as an option for me. I was just curious though, does everyone who joins the military get deployed at some point or is it only specific roles? Super anxious to hear.

While it's a common notion that everyone in the military gets deployed to a combat zone, that's not necessarily the case. The fact is, not every service member sees combat. The need for deployment can depend on a variety of factors including your job (Military Occupational Specialty/MOS), your branch, and the current global or national climate. In simple terms, the likelihood of deployment can vary greatly.

Each branch of the military has its own specific roles, and not all of them involve front-line combat. There are a whole host of support roles such as medical services, logistics, and administration that can sometimes be less likely to be deployed in combat situations. While every service member is fundamentally a warrior, not all of them will be in positions that are traditionally associated with combat.

Additionally, just because someone is deployed doesn't necessarily mean they are sent to a war zone. The military is deployed in numerous missions globally that can range from humanitarian aid to peacekeeping, not only combat.

Nevertheless, it's important to understand that joining the military does come with the inherent risk and the possibility that you may at some point be deployed, whether in a combat situation or otherwise. The commitment involved in serving in the military is serious and understanding the implications is crucial as you consider this decision.

Remember, it's always wise to talk directly with military recruiters and other service members to get a clearer picture of what military commitment entails.