Military Glossary
A drill sergeant shows recruits how to attach a belay harness so they can begin rappelling.
A drill sergeant shows recruits how to attach a belay harness so they can begin rappelling. Recruits must pay close attention to their drill sergeants to complete their tasks successfully.
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Marine officer candidates go through intense training, proving their moral, mental and physical strength.
Navy divers train hard and often so they can save lives under any circumstance.
During technical training for fire protection, Airmen learn how to fight fires through simulations of hazardous situations.
Members of the Army National Guard engage in high-altitude low-opening (HALO) parachute training in Arizona.
Physical fitness is crucial in combat, so Basic Combat Training (BCT) involves a rigorous exercise program.
Recruits learn the basics of weapons safety and marksmanship during grass week.
Aviation Rescue Swimmers (AIRRs) practice their escape from a downed helicopter that has gone underwater.
Airmen in the Services field learn how to keep their fellow servicemembers comfortable, whether they are on base or deployed.
An Army National Guard recruit marches during Basic Combat Training (BCT). The final stages of Basic Training involve two tactical foot marches, one 10 kilometers and one 15 kilometers.
Recruits pick up their uniforms at Basic Training. They also receive Army Combat Uniforms (ACUs) and PT (Physical Training) uniforms.
A Marine officer prepares to lead his unit on a desert training mission.
Navy reservists move into firing positions during a simulated improvised explosive device (IED) attack.
Army National Guard recruits fight with pugil sticks during Basic Combat Training (BCT).
A recruit moves through water during a Basic Training obstacle course.
Recruits sharpen their hand-to-hand combat skills during martial arts training.
An Army National Guard recruit learns how to fire his rifle and protect himself during a Basic Combat Training (BCT) exercise.
A recruit tackles the monkey bars in the middle of an obstacle course.
Recruits on a conditioning run shout a motivational cadence.
An Army National Guard recruit trains for an urban mission during a Basic Combat Training (BCT) exercise.
During Basic Training, drill sergeants instruct recruits in the Seven Core Army Values and teach the recruits how to be Soldiers.
Newly commissioned Marine officers turn their leadership potential into proven ability at The Basic School.
Members of the Army National Guard perform a sweep on a bus during a training exercise.
Marine officers are committed to serving the Marine Corps and the United States.
A drill sergeant stands before Army National Guard recruits.
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