Military Glossary
Joining the Air Force Reserve can have a few unexpected perks, such as getting the chance to perform with Kid Rock.
Joining the Air Force Reserve can have a few unexpected perks, such as getting the chance to perform with Kid Rock. In 2009, the Band of the Air Force Reserve joined Kid Rock during the rousing, patriotic Tour for the Troops.
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Rest and Recuperation
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."
Austin, a member of the Air National Guard, gives a civilian flight lesson.
Through activities like pony rides and football games, the Army helps build a sense of community among families on post.
Marines on assignment across the globe have an opportunity to travel and experience different cultures.
Information Systems Technician 1st Class Frank Agcaoili shows residents of the Jamiyah Children's Home, in Singapore, a model of the guided missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill.
At on-base education centers, enlisted servicemembers can get advice about their plans for higher education.
Air Force Staff Sgt. Benjamin Hastings assists Coast Guard Investigator 1st Class, ret., John Brunslik, with checking in for his space-available (Space-A) flight.
The Army National Guard offers many recreational perks.
Austin, a member of the Air National Guard, talks about how drill weekend fits in with his other activities.
Housing on base is similar to housing in civilian communities.
Benefits extended to Marines and their families include travel, education and financial resources.
Living overseas provides many unique options for rest and relaxation, like the ones shown in this video from Naval Air Station Sigonella in Italy.
Active-duty Airmen receive free health care as one of their benefits, and they can go to on-base hospitals whenever necessary.
Esther, a nurse in the Air National Guard, explains how she balances her military service with her civilian job.
Maj. Joe Lehman and his wife have set up a comfortable home on base.
The Marine Corps encourages and enables Marines to pursue higher education.
A look at local attractions that are available to servicemembers while they are stationed overseas.
Single enlisted Airmen without dependents live in dormitories on base.
Although food prices at the commissary are low, the quality remains high.
Warrant Officer Steven Kambouris and Staff Sgt. Adrienne Kambouris met while training and got married.
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