A lot of thought must go into a decision - it is, after all, a monumental life-changer that could affect you more than any other event ever could.
So which military branch is right for you?
Five primary component branches comprise the United States armed forces: U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard are all within the Department of Defense except the Coast Guard, which is within the Department of Homeland Security. During time of war or national emergency, the Coast Guard functions as a specialized service under the Navy.
Each service has both an active and a part time Reserve component. Two services (Army, Air Force) also have state components operating under the National Guard Bureau.
For a brief overview of the branches:
The primary mission of the USAF is to protect and defend the nation’s interests in air, space, and cyberspace
The Air Guard has total responsibility for air defense of the entire United States
The largest of the military services, the Army is the land force that moves in to an area, secures it, and instills order and values before it leaves.
Army National Guard:
The Army National Guard is an elite group of warriors who dedicate a portion of their time to the dual mission of protecting life and property in their home states and defending the United States and its interests worldwide.
With its distinctive blend of military, humanitarian, and civilian law-enforcement capabilities, the Coast Guard’s mission is to protect the safety of the nation’s coasts, ports, and waterways.
The Marine Corps is known as the U.S.’ rapid-reaction force. Marines are trained to fight by sea and land, and take great pride in being elite warriors.
The Navy is recognized as the sea-going service as it protects the oceans around the world to create peace and stability, making the seas safe for travel and trade.
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