Military Glossary
Airman 1st Class Carlos Puga serves in the Air National Guard, but he also has time to act as the musical director for his church band.
Airman 1st Class Carlos Puga serves in the Air National Guard, but he also has time to act as the musical director and guitarist for his church band. Since members of the Air National Guard are able to serve close to home, they can balance military service with their full-time careers and outside interests.
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Shoppers stock up on produce at the commissary on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev.
A recruiter gives a guided tour of a "Meal, Ready-to-Eat" (MRE). These portable meals provide nutrition to servicemembers in the field, when extensive food preparation is not an option.
On the verge of graduation from Recruit Training, recruits reunite with their loved ones during Family Day at Parris Island, S.C.
President Barack Obama, left, and Kim Ghanbari put Navy Ensign shoulder boards on Ghanbari's husband, Haraz Ghanbari.
Airman 1st Class Alejandra Zorko works on her car and learns new skills using the free resources available at an on-base auto hobby shop.
A patient at the Courtland Rehabilitation and Living Center is greeted by Sierra, a three-year-old Great Dane therapy dog.
Chief Warrant Officer 5 Delynn Gibson and his son Cadet Cody Gibson talk about how being in the Army National Guard has brought them closer.
Esther, an Air National Guard nurse, describes many of the financial benefits that part-time service has to offer.
Maj. Philip Romanelli serves in the Army Reserve and also works for the Department of Homeland Security.
A father and son enjoy a playground on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev.
Pvt. James Alaniz describes what life is like for a young Soldier on post.
Marines are provided with opportunities to continue their education during and after service.
A tour of facilities at Naval Air Station Sigonella, a Navy base in Italy.
Tech. Sgt. Sherry Ingram describes the on-base school that her children attend. Children of Airmen are eligible to attend school from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.
Petty Officer 2nd Class Wilson Usma cuts hair for Petty Officer 3rd Class Isaac Stenback in a damage controlman shop onboard a cutter.
The wife of an Army National Guard Soldier describes her sense of pride in her husband's work.
According to Esther, an Air National Guard nurse, military service has a positive impact on how a person is seen in the civilian world.
Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Bates earned an associate degree in business administration with tuition assistance from the Army Reserve.
Joining the Air Force Reserve can have a few unexpected perks, such as getting the chance to perform with Kid Rock.
Soldiers fill their plates at an on-base seafood buffet. Military meals are nutritionally balanced, and the food is prepared by professional chefs.
A Marine officer stands holding a Mameluke sword, the oldest weapon still used in service by United States Armed Forces.
A kid's view of life at Naval Air Station Sigonella, a large Navy base in Italy.
An Air Force staff sergeant gives a tour of his home on an Air Force base.
Four Coast Guardsmen put on their uniforms before performing as the Honor Guard during opening-day ceremonies at Boston's Fenway Park.
Country artist and Army National Guard Warrant Officer Darby Ledbetter reveals the effort that went into making a video for his song, "I Won't Let My Guard Down."
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