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US Military Branch Count: Is it Really Six?

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? …

a year ago

SEALS Eligibility Across Military Branches?

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 …

a year ago

Switching Branches During DEP?

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 …

a year ago

Changing Military Branches as an Officer

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 …

a year ago

Possible to Change Jobs Within the Same Military Branch?

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 …

a year ago

Transitioning Branches at Military Retirement?

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' …

a year ago

Switch between Military Branches?

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 …

a year ago

Military vs Police Force: Is the Police Also a Branch of Military?

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 …

a year ago

Defining the Marines: Is it a Separate Military Branch?

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 …

a year ago

Symbols of Military branches

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?

a year ago

New developments in the U.S. 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 …

a year ago

Understanding military branches' pay scale

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 …

a year ago

Questions about deciding on a military branch

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 …

a year ago

Military Awards - Can You Earn Medals from Other Branches?

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 …

a year ago

Changing Military Branches While in DEP - Is it possible?

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?

a year ago

Can you be part of multiple military branches simultaneously?

Is it possible for someone to be part of more than one military branch at the same time? Would that even work logistically?

a year ago

Ability to create a military branch - can political parties do it?

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?

a year ago

Does the military allow cross-branch transfers?

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?

a year ago

Graduating the USMMA via other military branches - is it possible?

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 …

a year ago

What are some of the easiest D1 colleges to get into?

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 …

a year ago
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