Military Glossary
Pvt. James Alaniz describes what life is like for a young Soldier on post.
Pvt. James Alaniz, an infantryman whose grandfather was also in the Army, describes what life is like for a young Soldier on post. Alaniz likes his living space and makes enough money to entertain himself. The Army’s education benefits also enable Alaniz to take classes and work toward his career goal, which is to become an officer.
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Benefits
For Air Force families, playgrounds and parks located on-base are a convenient place for parents to meet and have their children play together.
Soldiers fill their plates at an on-base seafood buffet. Military meals are nutritionally balanced, and the food is prepared by professional chefs.
Housing on base is similar to housing in civilian communities.
Maj. Joe Lehman and his wife have set up a comfortable home on base.
Single enlisted Airmen without dependents live in dormitories on base.
Thanks to the commissary, servicemembers living on base can buy groceries at a discount.
1st Lt. Julio Cano enjoys his on-base housing and describes the amenities that come with it.
An Army sergeant describes the benefits and amenities he has available right on post.
An Air Force staff sergeant gives a tour of his home on an Air Force base.
Two Army specialists and their friends unwind on the weekend with football, a barbecue, tug of war and a dunk tank.
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