Hi, quick one here - which branch of the US military is the biggest in terms of personnel? Is it the Army or the Air Force? Or maybe even the Navy? I'm just curious. Thanks in advance!
Sure thing! In terms of personnel, the United States Army is the largest branch of the U.S. military. As of 2023, the Army had over 450,000 active-duty members, more than any other military branch. This is followed by the Navy with nearly 340,000 personnel, then the Air Force with about 320,000. However, these numbers can fluctuate slightly from year to year due to recruitment, retirements, and other factors. But as a general rule, the Army consistently has the largest active-duty personnel.
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