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Hey guys, lately I've been hearing about Space Force being added as a new military branch (because of a Netflix show, lol). So, does that mean there are now six branches in the United States military? …
Hey folks, I've always been impressed by the Navy SEALS and their rigorous training—kinda been my dream to be part of that elite force. But do I have to join Navy first to be eligible for a SEALS prog …
Just signed up into the Delayed Entry Program (DEP) with one branch in the military, but now I'm having second thoughts. Can I switch military branches during the DEP or am I stuck with my initial cho …
Let's say I become an officer in one branch of the military. After a few years, if I want a new experience or more growth opportunities, can I switch to become an officer in another branch? Any advice …
Hey all, every dabbling with the thought of joining the military straight outta high school. But I was wondering, can you change jobs within the same branch down the line? Like, if I hate the mechanic …
Hey there, does anyone know if it's possible to transition to a different branch of the military upon retirement? Suppose I retire from the Air Force, could I then serve in the Navy or the Marines? I' …
Anybody have experience shifting from one branch of the military to another? I'm seriously considering enlisting but I want the flexibility of maybe changing branches later on. Is this even possible a …
This might be a bit random, but something's been bugging me. Is the police force considered a branch of the military? I've noticed both have structured hierarchies and uniforms - feel like there might …
Hey everyone, I'm thinking about post-grad life paths and the military is one of my options. I'm not too clear though: Are the Marines considered their own branch in the U.S. military? I understand ea …
Hi everyone, I'm working on a project related to the military. Can anyone explain what each of the symbols represent for the 5 US military branches?
Just curious here, but I read that there has been a new branch added to the U.S. military not long ago. Can anyone give me some info on what this new military branch is all about and why it was create …
I've been thinking more seriously about joining the military after high school. It seems like a good way for me to serve my country and also get some financial stability. I know the whole 'which pays …
Hi all, I'm the kind of person who likes to know everything I can before making a decision. So, even though I'm just a rising junior, I'm starting to seriously consider the military as an option after …
Out of curiosity, with all the joint operations in the U.S. military, is it possible to earn medals or awards that are typically associated with a different branch of service? Like, if I'm in the Navy …
Pretty much what the title says. If someone's already in DEP (Delayed Entry Program) for one branch of the military, can they switch to a different branch?
Is it possible for someone to be part of more than one military branch at the same time? Would that even work logistically?
Just trying to wrap my head around the structure of the military. I got to wondering, do political parties have any authority when it comes to creating a new military branch?
I'm somewhat curious about the flexibility within the military. Could someone, for instance, decide that they'd like to transfer to another branch? What would the process look like for that?
So, I've been looking at the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) as a post-high school option. Would anyone happen to know whether it's possible to graduate USMMA through another branch of t …
Hey everyone, I'm trying to find out more about universities that aren't as academically challenging to get into but still offer solid programs. I'm interested in D1 colleges specifically because I wa …