Thunderbirds in Action
The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the "Thunderbirds," performs aerial stunts at an air show.
Celebrating the Coast Guard's 220th Birthday
Members of the Coast Guard gather with friends and family in Boston to celebrate the Coast Guard's 220th anniversary.
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Spending Time with Family
Being away from home can be tough, but being in the Army National Guard gives members time to spend with their families.
At the Warrior Zone
Servicemembers play video games, grab a snack or shoot a few rounds of pool at the Warrior Zone on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash.
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A Young Air Force Officer's Home
1st Lt. Mansour Elhihi, an F-15 fighter pilot, gives a tour of his off-base apartment.
Keeping Service in the Family
Chief Warrant Officer 5 Delynn Gibson and his son Cadet Cody Gibson talk about how being in the Army National Guard has brought them closer.
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Recreation Options for Servicemembers
Employees describe the recreation benefits available at the Northwest Adventure Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash.
Air National Guard Recreation Benefits
Esther, an Air National Guard nurse, discusses the benefits offered to guard members at any military base that may be nearby.
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An Air Force Base Playground
For Air Force families, playgrounds and parks located on-base are a convenient place for parents to meet and have their children play together.
Work-Life Balance in the Army Reserve
1st Lt. Meridith Fonseca talks about her career in the Army Reserve and her civilian job at an outdoor gear company.
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Marine Officer Traditions
A Marine officer stands holding a Mameluke sword, the oldest weapon still used in service by United States Armed Forces.
Life Overseas: Kids and Family
A kid's view of life at Naval Air Station Sigonella, a large Navy base in Italy.
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An Air Force Recreation Camp
Servicemembers at an Air Force recreation camp can rent boats, kayaks and tents to enjoy their time off-duty.
Behind the Scenes with Darby Ledbetter
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."
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An Army Reserve Officer in Washington, D.C.
Maj. Philip Romanelli serves in the Army Reserve and also works for the Department of Homeland Security.
Air Force Reserve Father and Son Enjoy Spending Time On-Base
A father and son enjoy a playground on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev.
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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.
Life as a Marine: Travel
Marines on assignment across the globe have an opportunity to travel and experience different cultures.
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Work Hard and Play Hard
The Army National Guard offers many recreational perks.
Kid Rock Performs with the Air Force Reserve
Joining the Air Force Reserve can have a few unexpected perks, such as getting the chance to perform with Kid Rock.
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A Tour of Army Family Housing
Housing on base is similar to housing in civilian communities.
Marine Corps Benefits
Benefits extended to Marines and their families include travel, education and financial resources.
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Life Overseas: Local Attractions
Living overseas provides many unique options for rest and relaxation, like the ones shown in this video from Naval Air Station Sigonella in Italy.
Schooling for Children of Servicemembers
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.
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Scheduling and Service
Esther, a nurse in the Air National Guard, explains how she balances her military service with her civilian job.
Fresh Veggies at the Commissary
Shoppers stock up on produce at the commissary on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev.
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An Army Family at Home
Maj. Joe Lehman and his wife have set up a comfortable home on base.
Life as a Marine: Education
The Marine Corps encourages and enables Marines to pursue higher education.
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Life Overseas: Seeing Sigonella
A look at local attractions that are available to servicemembers while they are stationed overseas.
A Trip to the Commissary
Although food prices at the commissary are low, the quality remains high.
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Army Spouses Make Marriage Work
Warrant Officer Steven Kambouris and Staff Sgt. Adrienne Kambouris met while training and got married.
Shopping on Base
A tour of the Base Exchange and Commissary at Naval Air Station Sigonella in Italy.
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At the Commissary
Thanks to the commissary, servicemembers living on base can buy groceries at a discount.
Air National Guard Perks
Esther, an Air National Guard nurse, describes many of the financial benefits that part-time service has to offer.
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The Work of an Army Chaplain
Army chaplains are available on base and on the battlefield to offer spiritual support to servicemembers and their families.
Life as a Marine Officer: Benefits
Marine officers are leaders in the Marine Corps, and the advantages of serving as a Marine far exceed a list of benefits.
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Reserve Officer in White House Commissioning Ceremony
President Barack Obama, left, and Kim Ghanbari put Navy Ensign shoulder boards on Ghanbari's husband, Haraz Ghanbari.
Support for Air Force Families
Maj. Brian Neese and his wife Shelley describe the many benefits the Air Force has to offer families.
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A Step Above
According to Esther, an Air National Guard nurse, military service has a positive impact on how a person is seen in the civilian world.
Life Overseas: Facilities at Sigonella
A tour of facilities at Naval Air Station Sigonella, a Navy base in Italy.
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A Comfortable Home for an Air Force Family
1st Lt. Julio Cano enjoys his on-base housing and describes the amenities that come with it.
Welcome Home
At a welcome home ceremony, members of the 233rd Transportation Company reunite with their family and friends.
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Hospital Access for Airmen
Active-duty Airmen receive free health care as one of their benefits, and they can go to on-base hospitals whenever necessary.
Fun with Friends
Two Army specialists and their friends unwind on the weekend with football, a barbecue, tug of war and a dunk tank.
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Physical Fitness
Soldiers get fit during Basic Combat Training, and regular exercise helps them stay strong.
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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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