Combat Training in All Military Branches?

Hey y'all, been mulling over my options post-grad, and the military's on my radar. Got a query though - do all branches of the military provide combat training? More than the fighting aspect, I think the discipline & structure could be good for me. Any input would be awesome!

Absolutely, all branches of the United States military do provide some form of combat training. This training is a standard component of the basic training period that every service member must complete. However, the intensity and focus of this training can vary widely between different branches.

In the Army and the Marines, for example, the training is heavily based on ground combat skills. These services put strong emphasis on physical fitness and survival techniques. You'll learn about using weapons, tactical maneuvering, and leadership in combat environments.

The Air Force and the Navy, on the other hand, may focus more on other skillsets. Air Force basic training incorporates some elements of combat training, but it also heavily features education on the customs of the Air Force, physical fitness, and studying general military knowledge. Navy basic training includes combat survival, but there's also an emphasis on things like seamanship, firefighting, and shipboard organization.

The Coast Guard combines a mix of both. Basic training includes seamanship, firefighting, marksmanship, but also physical conditioning and water survival.

Now, Space Force is a little different. Given that it's a branch of the Air Force, new Space Force recruits go through the same basic training process as Air Force recruits. Space-related training comes after the initial basic training phase.

Lastly, just to add, whatever branch you decide to join, you can rest assured that you will be trained to a point where you are a competent soldier, sailor, airman, or guardian. All of them share the same core purpose: to protect and serve the United States, its citizens, and its allies. And remember, discipline and structure are indeed integral to military service, and you'll certainly find those in any branch you join.