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The Army needs animals to help accomplish important missions and relies on the Veterinary Corps to keep them healthy.

The Army needs animals to help accomplish important missions and relies on the Veterinary Corps to keep them healthy. Those with doctorates from veterinary school and a license to practice in the United States may be eligible to join the Army as an officer.

Army veterinarians are provided the same benefits as their fellow health care professionals. For example, they can take advantage of free training programs and tuition assistance to help repay their student loans.

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An Air Force Reserve Eye Exam

An Air Force Reserve optometrist conducts an examination.

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Navy Public Affairs (01:46)

Chief Petty Officer Paul DeLaughter talks about how Navy Public Affairs supports recruiting by educating the community about the good things happening in today's Navy.

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Landing Blackhawks in Tennessee

The Army National Guard offers several exciting possibilities for those who want to become helicopter pilots.

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A Fighter Pilot on the Flight Line (00:37)

Maj. Windy Hendrick, a fighter pilot with the Air National Guard, describes a typical day on the flight line during drill weekend.

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All Systems Go

Two members of the Air Force Reserve work on an aircraft's avionics system at Westover Air Reserve Base, Mass.

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The Army Drill Team

The Army Drill Team is part of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment.

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Reading the Manual

Army National Guard Soldiers work on a Humvee. Wheeled vehicle mechanic is one of many jobs available in the Army National Guard.

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Dentistry in the Air Force Reserve (01:33)

Maj. Lance Kim of the Air Force Reserve evaluates the dental health of servicemembers to make sure they are ready for deployment.

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Chaplains Serving in Combat

Unit Ministry Teams (UMTs), composed of chaplains and chaplain assistants, serve Soldiers on the battlefield and at home.

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Working on the Flight Line

Air Force reservists repair and maintain aircraft on the flight line.

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Maintenance and Repair

One of the biggest jobs for Soldiers on post is to keep all equipment in operating condition in case it is needed.

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Achieving Goals in the Air Force Reserve

1st Lt. Amanda Gierhart prepares to fly a C-17 cargo carrier. Through the Air Force Reserve, Gierhart was able to pursue her dream of becoming a pilot.