Mobile Launch Platform
Staff Sgt. William Alston and his unit practice setting up a mobile launch platform for Patriot missiles.
Ordnance Disposal
In Hawaii, Sgt. Michael Podemski and his unit dispose of unexploded ordnance by blowing it up.
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Living and Working Abroad
When deployed overseas, Soldiers can expect to interact with local communities.
A Proud Musical Tradition
Founded in 1922, the United States Army Band — known as "Pershing's Own" — is the premier musical organization of the United States Army.
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Army Servicemembers in Combat in Iraq
Soldiers deploy to Iraq on a variety of fronts, and the Army has trained them to be ready for any situation.
See You in Court
The Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps are the lawyers of the Army, and have been involved in major moments of international history.
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Eyes on the Ground
Find out what a cavalry scout sees when he is sent out on a mission.
The Purple Heart
2nd Lt. Michael Mann receives a Purple Heart. Mann was wounded by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) while on patrol in Iraq.
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CBRN Specialist Career Opportunities
Army Spc. Sadie Tollberg describes her role as a Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Specialist.
Clean Clothes
Spc. Timothy Houston helps keep the Army's uniforms in perfect condition, no matter where Soldiers are stationed.
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Listen Up
A linguist's job involves not only translation but gathering information that could impact the outcome of a mission.
Mentoring in Afghanistan
Members of the Embedded Transition Team work with members of the Afghan National Army (ANA).
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Training the Iraqi Police Force
American Soldiers help their Iraqi counterparts learn how to secure their own cities and neighborhoods.
Inside the Redstone Arsenal
Personnel at the Redstone Arsenal are responsible for the Army's weapons research and development.
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Remote Control
An unmanned aerial vehicle pilot explains why he joined the Army.
Good Dog
The Army needs animals to help accomplish important missions and relies on the Veterinary Corps to keep them healthy.
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Sending Humanitarian Aid
Soldiers prepare a package of aid supplies to be delivered by helicopter.
The Army Drill Team
The Army Drill Team is part of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment.
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Chaplains Serving in Combat
Unit Ministry Teams (UMTs), composed of chaplains and chaplain assistants, serve Soldiers on the battlefield and at home.
Maintenance and Repair
One of the biggest jobs for Soldiers on post is to keep all equipment in operating condition in case it is needed.
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Building Bonds with the Community
Staff Sgt. Ryan Smith works as a human intelligence collector.
Practicing Medicine in the Army
Capt. Ana Morgan and Lt. Col. Paul Mayer discuss how the Medical Corps helped them achieve their career goals.
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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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