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Can you switch branches while in the US Military?

Hey guys, an odd question maybe. But once you've joined a branch of the US military, is it possible to switch to another branch at some point? If yes, does anyone know what that process might look lik …

3 months ago

Understanding the Hierarchy of the US Military

Hey guys, I'm considering enlisting after high school. Though, I'm not gonna lie, I'm kinda confused about who's actually in charge of the whole thing. Like, who commands all the branches in the milit …

3 months ago

Query About Military Leadership

Hey all, I've been looking into joining the military after I graduate. However, I'm a tad unsure about the hierarchy. Can anyone enlighten me on who heads each branch of military?

3 months ago

Figuring Out Military Leadership

Hello everyone, looking forward to some insights here. Post-high school I'm considering the military. Can someone please clarify - who is the leader of all branches of the military?

3 months ago

Who's in Charge of all Military Branches?

Just a quick question about the brass at the top, who exactly oversees all the branches of the military? Is there sort of a 'management' structure there I should know about if I'm thinking about enlis …

3 months ago

Seeking the most demanding US military branch

I want to push myself and am seeking the most intense challenges possible. So I'm curious, what would you guys say is the 'hardest' branch of the US military to join in terms of physical and mental de …

3 months ago

Differences in Pay Across Military Branches?

Hey, so I've been seriously considering the military as a post-graduation path. I'm curious though, is there a noticeable difference in the amount of money someone can make in different branches? Like …

3 months ago

Debating Military Branch Toughness

So, as of now, I'm considering the military after high school. But real talk, which one is considered the toughest? Or rather, who is the strongest military branch?

3 months ago

Which US Military branch offers the best skill transfer?

Hey everyone, just wondering if anyone has some insights into this. I'm interested in the military, but I also want to build skills that will help me outside it too. Which branch of the US military is …

3 months ago

Which US Military branch is the most powerful?

Hey y'all, out of curiosity more than anything, I wanted to know which US military branch is often considered the most 'powerful'? Is it in terms of budget, personnel, technology or global influence? …

3 months ago

Looking for advice on which US Military branch to join

Hey everyone, I'm hoping you can share some wisdom with me. I'm seriously considering joining one of the US military branches after high school but I'm unsure which one to pick. Any advice on how to m …

3 months ago

Which US military branch is the largest in size?

This has been bugging me, and I didn't really find an answer online. Tech-wise, personnel-wise and/or geography-wise, which branch of the United States military is considered the 'biggest'? Just tryin …

3 months ago

How can I determine the most intellectually challenging US military branch?

Hey guys, just wondering, I've been exploring potential paths after high school, and the military is one of my interests. I love challenges, especially intellectual ones. I was curious, does anybody k …

3 months ago

Helicopters in the Military - Which branch?

I have a bit of an unusual question. I'm really into aviation, especially helicopters. Can anyone tell me which branch of the military typically handles helicopters?

3 months ago

Best Pilots in US Military

Hey guys, I'm hoping you can help with this. My dream ever since I was a kid was to become a pilot, and I think the military route might be for me. Do you guys know which U.S. military branch is known …

3 months ago

Impact of a 3.4 GPA on College Admissions

Hey, I wanted to ask about the impact of a 3.4 GPA on the college admissions process. Is a 3.4 viewed unfavorably by colleges or is it still a competitive GPA? If anyone has personal experiences or ad …

3 months ago

In Search of Military Branch Ranking

Hey, as graduation looms, I'm genuinely considering enlisting. But, ya know, I'd love to get some perspective. Who is the top of the six branches of military?

3 months ago

How to choose the best US Military branch that suits me?

Hey, has anyone here gone through the process of deciding which branch of the military to join? I'm really unsure about how to even start this decision-making process. What factors should I be conside …

3 months ago

What's the easiest branch to get into in the US military?

Hey, I was wondering if anyone has some insight into this. I've read and heard that some military branches have more rigorous entry requirements, but which of them would be considered the 'easiest' to …

3 months ago

Fun in the Military - Which Branch?

So, weird question, but I'm wondering which branch of the US military is seen as having the 'most fun'? I know it's a serious commitment, but I'm curious if certain branches have more of a balance bet …

3 months ago
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