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Words from an Army National Guard Spouse (00:40)

The wife of an Army National Guard Soldier describes her sense of pride in her husband's work.

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Work-Life Balance in the Army Reserve

Work-Life Balance in the Army Reserve (01:46)

1st Lt. Meridith Fonseca talks about her career in the Army Reserve and her civilian job at an outdoor gear company.

  • Army Reserve
  • Living
  • Officer
A Day Out Rock Climbing

A Day Out Rock Climbing ()

Air National Guard Tech. Sgt. Luigge Romanillo enjoys rock climbing during his free time.

  • Air National Guard
  • Living
  • Enlisted
Shopping at the Exchange

Shopping at the Exchange

Staff Sgt. Rachel Garneau and Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle of the Air Force Reserve shop for name-brand products at an exchange store.

  • Air Force Reserve
  • Living
  • Enlisted
Chowing Down on Base

Chowing Down on Base

Soldiers fill their plates at an on-base seafood buffet. Military meals are nutritionally balanced, and the food is prepared by professional chefs.

  • Army
  • Living
  • Enlisted
Marine Officer Traditions

Marine Officer Traditions

A Marine officer stands holding a Mameluke sword, the oldest weapon still used in service by United States Armed Forces.

  • Marine Corps, Marine Corps Reserve
  • Living
  • Officer
Life Overseas: Kids and Family

Life Overseas: Kids and Family (01:04)

A kid's view of life at Naval Air Station Sigonella, a large Navy base in Italy.

  • Navy, Navy Reserve
  • Living
  • Enlisted, Officer
An Air Force Recreation Camp

An Air Force Recreation Camp ()

Servicemembers at an Air Force recreation camp can rent boats, kayaks and tents to enjoy their time off-duty.

  • Air Force
  • Living
  • Enlisted, Officer
Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Four Coast Guardsmen put on their uniforms before performing as the Honor Guard during opening-day ceremonies at Boston's Fenway Park.

  • Coast Guard, Coast Guard Reserve
  • Living
  • Enlisted
Behind the Scenes with Darby Ledbetter

Behind the Scenes with Darby Ledbetter (10:50)

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."

  • Army National Guard
  • Living
  • Officer
Flight Lessons

Flight Lessons (01:02)

Austin, a member of the Air National Guard, gives a civilian flight lesson.

  • Air National Guard
  • Living
  • Enlisted
Family Leisure Time on Post

Family Leisure Time on Post

Through activities like pony rides and football games, the Army helps build a sense of community among families on post.

  • Army
  • Living
  • Enlisted, Officer
Life as a Marine: Travel

Life as a Marine: Travel (01:27)

Marines on assignment across the globe have an opportunity to travel and experience different cultures.

  • Marine Corps, Marine Corps Reserve
  • Living
  • Enlisted, Officer
Sailor Visits Jamiyah Children's Home

Sailor Visits Jamiyah Children's Home

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.

  • Navy, Navy Reserve
  • Living
  • Enlisted
At the Auto Hobby Shop

At the Auto Hobby Shop (01:06)

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.

  • Air Force
  • Living
  • Enlisted
Flying for Free

Flying for Free

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.

  • Coast Guard, Coast Guard Reserve
  • Living
  • Enlisted
Work Hard and Play Hard

Work Hard and Play Hard

The Army National Guard offers many recreational perks.

  • Army National Guard
  • Living
  • Enlisted, Officer
From the Motor Pool to Real Estate

From the Motor Pool to Real Estate

Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Bates earned an associate degree in business administration with tuition assistance from the Army Reserve.

  • Army Reserve
  • Living
  • Enlisted
Balancing Service with Daily Life

Balancing Service with Daily Life (00:45)

Austin, a member of the Air National Guard, talks about how drill weekend fits in with his other activities.

  • Air National Guard
  • Living
  • Enlisted
Marine Corps Benefits

Marine Corps Benefits

Benefits extended to Marines and their families include travel, education and financial resources.

  • Marine Corps, Marine Corps Reserve
  • Living
  • Officer
Life Overseas: Local Attractions

Life Overseas: Local Attractions (00:47)

Living overseas provides many unique options for rest and relaxation, like the ones shown in this video from Naval Air Station Sigonella in Italy.

  • Navy, Navy Reserve
  • Living
  • Enlisted, Officer
Schooling for Children of Servicemembers

Schooling for Children of Servicemembers (01:10)

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.

  • Air Force
  • Living
  • Enlisted, Officer

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