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OVERVIEW

The Strongest Force In The World

The U.S. Army, a key component of the U.S. Armed Forces, is made up of the best-trained, most dedicated, most respected Soldiers in the world — protecting America’s freedoms at home and abroad, securing our homeland, and defending democracy worldwide.

A Soldier in the U.S. Army is the embodiment of physical strength, emotional strength and strength of purpose. As a Soldier, you will be prepared to serve our country whenever and wherever you are needed, combat-ready at all times, trained to counter any threat, anywhere.

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I'VE GOT SKILLS: What do a U.S. Army Signal Officer and a #tech company CEO have in common? Watch to find out: http://t.co/srBsb258sg #IGS

02:30 PM Apr 05
Mental strength=key to success in #SpecialForces said Master Sergeant Peter Sims: http://t.co/Y8YsTkaxnP @USASFCNews

12:09 PM Apr 05
#HOOAH! RT @jeffmccoach: I love wearing my @GoArmy shirt to work. Makes me work my best lest I let down those who wear it for a living.

11:30 AM Apr 05
Today's Army Career of the Day is Fire Support Specialist (13F). Are you a 13F? If so tell us about your job. http://t.co/PCzEMXFOln

11:00 AM Apr 05
http://t.co/4XvwylQ9xz: This week in #USArmy history--Signal Corps Takes Control of Cryptography and Cryptanalysis http://t.co/WHkSQTFEqI

09:23 AM Apr 05
RT @Ten80Ed: Ten80 (visit the facebook page or twitter page) taught 300 Las Vegas Students at a STEM Event sponsored by the U... http://t.co/zWWS54bfXe

10:34 PM Apr 04
Boulder City HS students earn their mechanical certification at @Ten80Ed #Ten80Vegas http://t.co/x3JwE8kKVH

03:08 PM Apr 04
@MotoManTV talks #USArmy Fuel Efficient Demonstrator (FED) and takes it for a test drive: http://t.co/FffywjCS8P #HOOAH #technology

01:39 PM Apr 04
RT @RDECOM: This window would give Soldiers a view of what's on the other side of the hatch. Situational awareness = priceless! http://t.co/EfK2GoLeCc

12:22 PM Apr 04
Today's Army Officer Career of the Day is Quartermaster Officer. Is this your AOC? If so, tell us about your job. http://t.co/42Ju2EcMqU

11:07 AM Apr 04
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Mission-ready in Hohenfels, Germany http://t.co/K6Rmkxg2E1

07:31 AM Apr 04
RT @forthood: Top 10 Reasons I Admire Military Kids By Elaine Sanchez, Brooke Army Medical Center Public Affairs http://t.co/nq3bkm1Isr

02:52 PM Apr 03
HH-60 Blackhawk Crew chief, PFC Kyle Hawkins is motivated by saving lives. Watch his Army Strong story! http://t.co/oaIxmZaHAS

02:15 PM Apr 03
Today's @USArmyReserve Career of the Day is Railway Equipment Repairer (88P). http://t.co/8FEN86idyk

11:00 AM Apr 03
RT @CERDEC: Celebrating the #MonthoftheMilitaryChild. Check out today's @USArmy Stand-To! http://t.co/EGSXySW0aE #ArmyStrong

10:02 AM Apr 03