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SERVE YOUR WAY
The regular Army, Army Reserve and Army National Guard are each important components of the total Army structure. While active duty Soldiers serve full time, Army Reserve and Army National Guard Soldiers serve part-time. Find out more by clicking the links below.
Active duty Soldiers live on an Army installation, either within the United States or in an area of operations.
Learn MoreThe Army Reserve enables you to pursue your civilian career or college education while you train near home and serve your community. Many professionals, as well as college students, are Soldiers in the Army Reserve.
Learn MoreArmy National Guard Soldiers serve part-time in support of their community, state and country. They serve while attending high school, college or technical school and while maintaining full-time civilian careers. The Army National Guard responds to domestic emergencies and overseas combat operations.
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