Military Glossary
Marine officers take their Oath after completing Officer Candidates School and accepting their commission.
Marine officers take their Oath after completing Officer Candidates School and accepting their commission. Marines pledge to defend the Constitution of the United States. From the day they take the Oath and throughout their service, Marines are committed to protecting the nation.
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Midshipmen participate in a sailing exercise at the Naval Academy.
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.
After attending college, Seaman Recruit Annie Nguyen realized that she might prefer serving in the Coast Guard.
An Army National Guard recruit takes the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) at a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS).
Austin, a recruit in the Air National Guard, describes the role of the Military Training Instructor (MTI) in the Student Flight Program.
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.
College students can join ROTC after two years by participating in the Leader's Training Course (LTC).
Midshipmen at the Naval Academy learn how to stop water leakage during a damage control training exercise.
Before enlisting in the Air Force, individuals must know whether or not the Air Force is a good career choice for them.
Before heading off to boot camp, Seaman Recruit Heather Bevel and Seaman Recruit Carey North discuss their reasons for joining the Coast Guard.
Pvt. Bobby Whatley describes his experiences in the Army National Guard's GED Plus program.
Army Reserve Soldiers stand in front of the United States Capitol Building.
Maj. Windy Hendrick, an Air National Guard fighter pilot, chose to join the Military because she wanted to carry on a family tradition.
The Oath of Enlistment is the final stage of the MEPS process, when applicants officially become members of the U.S. Military.
As an Army ROTC cadet, Marissa Bernadette learns how to be a nurse and develops skills that will help her excel.
Ridley Shetler, a Navy Nuclear Power Officer Candidate (NUPOC), talks about her passion for nuclear power and why she chose the Navy versus a civilian career.
Taking the Oath of Enlistment is a proud moment for recruits. At that moment, recruits swear to defend the U.S. Constitution.
An Army National Guard recruit takes an eye exam at a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS).
Maj. Windy Hendrick explains why the Air National Guard is a good fit for her belief system and for raising a family.
Freshmen Naval Academy students, known as "plebes," participate in a Sea Trials exercise at the end of their first year.
By joining the Army National Guard, Adam Bollinger has earned extra money for college as well as learned lessons in teamwork and leadership.
Tech. Sgt. Luigge Romanillo explains how he transferred from the Air Force to the Air National Guard without a break in service.
One Navy midshipman at the Naval Academy instructs another midshipman on steering a ship.
Army National Guard recruits take the Oath of Enlistment.
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