Hey guys, rookie question here: which one is considered the smallest branch of our military? And I mean in terms of personnel, not scope or responsibilities. Anyone have a clue?
Based on the number of active-duty personnel, the smallest branch of the U.S. military is the U.S. Space Force. The U.S. Space Force was established in December 2019 as the sixth military branch. Despite its critical mission to protect U.S and allied interests in space, it currently has the fewest active personnel compared to the other military branches. Keep in mind that the sizes of various branches can change over time depending on the country's national security needs and budget allocation.
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