Face to Face with a Drill Sergeant
A drill sergeant lets an Army National Guard recruit know exactly how he feels.
Training in the Recruit Sustainment Program
Members of the Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP) participate in an obstacle course.
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Inside the Obstacle Course
Army National Guard recruits showcase their physical strength as they complete a demanding obstacle course.
Staying in Touch
An Army National Guard recruit writes a letter during Basic Combat Training (BCT).
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Sure Shots
Army National Guard recruits learn how to fire automatic weapons during the later stages of Basic Combat Training (BCT).
Basic Combat Training Graduation
Members of the Army National Guard graduate from Basic Combat Training (BCT).
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Mastering the Basics
Army National Guard recruits crawl, climb, pull and jump their way through an obstacle course during Basic Combat Training (BCT).
Testing a National Guard Decontamination Team
Members of the Army National Guard participate in an exercise that evaluates their ability to rapidly establish decontamination sites and evacuate casualties.
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Working with Local Governments
Members of the Army National Guard perform a sweep on a bus during a training exercise.
Following the Drill Sergeant's Lead
A drill sergeant stands before Army National Guard recruits.
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Getting in Shape
Physical fitness is crucial in combat, so Basic Combat Training (BCT) involves a rigorous exercise program.
On the March
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.
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Pugil Stick Battle
Army National Guard recruits fight with pugil sticks during Basic Combat Training (BCT).
Ready, Aim, Fire
An Army National Guard recruit learns how to fire his rifle and protect himself during a Basic Combat Training (BCT) exercise.
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Who Needs a Front Door?
An Army National Guard recruit trains for an urban mission during a Basic Combat Training (BCT) exercise.
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A look at daily life in Today's Military.
From the outside, it is hard to imagine what it's like to serve in the Military. There is plenty of news coverage, but it has been difficult to really get a sense of what day-to-day life in service is all about – until now. The videos and images on this site show the variety of experiences servicemembers have every day – from joining and training, to living and working all over the world. Choose a theme or Service from the menus below or choose between "Enlisted" and "Officer" to start exploring.
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