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I'm currently in the process of evaluating different paths after high school and the military has always been a consideration. I'm a little overwhelmed with the options (Army, Navy, Air Force, etc.) a …
Hi, I've been looking into military service post-HS and am trying to understand more about the ranking system. Could anyone explain how the ranks hierarchy compares among the different branches of the …
I've been researching a lot about officer ranks in different military branches for a possible future career. Can someone help me understand the differences in the officer corps structure across the mi …
Hey ya'll, I've been mulling over the idea of joining the military, but I'm a bit anxious about boot camp. Is there anyone who can explain how boot camps differ between branches? Are there some that a …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior considering pursuing ROTC in college and I'm trying to understand the different leadership roles. Can anyone explain the role of the Commander-in-Chief in relation to the mi …
Hi folks. I've been looking into the Marines as a possible path after high school and I came across something called the 'Commandant of the Marine Corps Military Awards'. Could someone explain what th …
Hello, I'm a junior, seriously considering the military after graduation. I was wondering how common it is for someone to transition from one branch of the military to another? Also, if you've done it …
Hey guys, real quick question - does anyone know which military branch typically holds the rank of Commander? I'm considering a path in the military after high school, but I'm unsure about the hierarc …
I'm a bit confused friends, I've seen some debates recently about whether or not the Coast Guard is actually considered a military branch. Can someone clear this up for me?
Hey everyone. I have a question I can't seem to get a straight answer for. Is the Coast Guard considered a branch of the military? Any help appreciated.
Thinking of post-high school paths and the military is one of them. I've heard some people say the Coast Guard is the best branch. Can someone elaborate on why they think that the Coast Guard is the b …
Um, this might sound silly, but I keep hearing 'classified military branch'. Is this an actual thing or just something from movies and TV? Asking for a better understanding. Thanks.
Okay, bear with me here. I've heard Citadel College has strong ties to the military but I'm a bit confused. Does it mean they're affiliated to a certain military branch? Any clarity would be appreciat …
So I've heard a lot about Citadel College and their connection to the military. I'm not a 100% sure what it means though. Are they tied to a specific military branch or what's the deal?
Hey folks, quick question. I'm interested in the CIA and wondered how they fit in with the military branches. Are they under a specific one or how does that work?
Hello people! With graduation on the horizon, I've been doing some serious thinking about my future. I feel like the military would be a good fit for me, but I'm kind of lost on where to start when it …
Hey everyone! I've been doing some thinking about post-high school life and am considering joining the military. But I'm stuck deciding which branch I should go for. How did you guys decide and what f …
Hi all, I'm heavily leaning towards joining the military straight out of high school. But I'm a little bit stuck on determining the best fit branch for me. Can anyone who's been through this process s …
As a future Terrier at Boston Uni, I have been looking into the course offerings. Are there any classes that are known for being particularly straightforward or easier? Might help me manage my workloa …
Hello folks, I'm a junior who's considering going into the military, but I'm struggling to narrow down my choice to a specific branch. Are there any specific tests or quizzes that might help me better …