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Making the Commitment — Again

Soldiers have the option to re-enlist in the Army, as long as they do so at least 90 days prior to their separation date.

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Serving at Minot Base (02:48)

Servicemembers at Minot Air Force Base in Ward County, N.D., talk about their roles in the Military and why they chose to serve.

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Recruiter Answers Questions About Air Force Reserve

Recruiters are available to answer questions about what it's like to be in the Air Force Reserve.

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MEPS: Physical Exam (01:42)

Every applicant must undergo a physical exam at MEPS to ensure he or she can meet the demands of service.

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Oath of Enlistment

Lt. Scott Woods, left, administers the Oath of Enlistment to Machinist's Mate 1st Class Adam Bunker-Worley on Ellis Island in New York Harbor.

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Air Force Recruiters Meet Recruits in Washington, D.C.

Recruiters are available to answer questions and help prepare recruits for Basic Training and life in the Air Force.

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Why the Coast Guard? (03:34)

Seaman Recruit Anthony Lawing, a recent college graduate, explains why he chose the Coast Guard as a career option.

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A Checkup at MEPS

An Army National Guard recruit receives a physical at a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS).

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Air Force Reserve Mass Enlistment Ceremony

Air Force reservists take the Oath of Enlistment at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fla.

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MEPS: ASVAB Testing and Career Counseling (02:31)

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery of tests, commonly called the ASVAB, is designed to help match military applicants with the right careers.

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DEP Recruits Take the Oath of Enlistment

Recruits in the Air Force Delayed Entry Program (DEP), also known as "Deppers," take the Oath of Enlistment at Sam Boyd Stadium at the University of Nevada Las Vegas.

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Making a Difference (02:51)

After attending college, Seaman Recruit Annie Nguyen realized that she might prefer serving in the Coast Guard.

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Taking the ASVAB

An Army National Guard recruit takes the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) at a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS).

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The Air National Guard Student Flight Program (00:46)

Austin, a recruit in the Air National Guard, describes the role of the Military Training Instructor (MTI) in the Student Flight Program.

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MEPS: Security and Background Check (01:40)

All applicants undergo a background check and fingerprinting at MEPS. In addition, biometric scanning is now used to ensure the security of applicants and their personal information.

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Recruits Brace for Boot Camp (02:55)

Before heading off to boot camp, Seaman Recruit Heather Bevel and Seaman Recruit Carey North discuss their reasons for joining the Coast Guard.

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Proud and Patriotic

Army Reserve Soldiers stand in front of the United States Capitol Building.

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MEPS: Oath of Enlistment (02:18)

The Oath of Enlistment is the final stage of the MEPS process, when applicants officially become members of the U.S. Military.

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