Soldier Life
OVERVIEW
What's It Like Being A Soldier?
To be a U.S. Army Soldier is to be a part of the strongest fighting force in the world. You’ll spend your days training, working and serving together to protect America’s freedoms. But you’ll also have time after work for family, friends and personal interests. From recruitment to retirement, the U.S. Army provides a unique and diverse lifestyle for Soldiers.
Army Strong Stories
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May 22, 2012
By: Kenneth Plant
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The month of May begins a three month season of remembrance… Last Saturday, May 19, Americans decor… -
May 22, 2012
By: Thomas Palmatier
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Soldiers from The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own" were featured performers at the Nor… -
May 22, 2012
By: Fred Hermstein
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Manhattan Recruiting Company will support the movie "Memorial Day," a soon-to-be-released war… -
May 22, 2012
By: Jerrod Griebel
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We’ve been in Afghanistan for over a month now, and I’ve found that at times, I’m usu… -
May 21, 2012
By: Thomas Harper
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21 May 2012 (I carefully considered a title for my first post in 6 months. So carefully, in fac… -
May 21, 2012
By: Tanzania Cadets
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Tanzania is unique and has exceeded all of the expectations we had established about it. Northern Tanza… -
May 21, 2012
By: Fred Hermstein
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The St. Peter's Army Recruiting Station will have a Future Soldier swear-in at opening day of the R… -
May 21, 2012
By: Fred Hermstein
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Memorial Day weekend the Kansas City Recruiting Battalion will have an interactive-semi, K9 dog team, c… -
May 21, 2012
By: Fred Hermstein
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This past weekend Army Recruiting and NHRA teamed up to honor the Soldier and Army Advocates. To become… -
May 18, 2012
By: Tanzania Cadets
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The past week has been enlightening with learning about the many cultures that exist in the Horn of Afr… -
May 18, 2012
By: Thomas Palmatier
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The Soldiers of The United States Army Band "Pershing's Own" have returned from their… -
May 18, 2012
By: Fred Hermstein
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Tomorrow, the Greater Kansas City Recruiting Company will help support the Armed Force Day Parade that… -
May 18, 2012
By: Christian Romeo
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I was recently appointed as an investigating officer for a 15-6 investigation concerning possible adu… -
May 17, 2012
By: Hannah Guarendi He
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This morning my company completed our annual NBC training requirement. This is quite possibly my l… -
May 17, 2012
By: Fred Hermstein
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This weekend is NHRA Army Day at the Races at Heartland Park Topeka, KS. Tony Schumacher, the driver f…
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Discussions
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I'm looking for advice on entry level MOS in relation to my line scores;
05.23.2012 - I was given advice to find a MOS that I would succeed in (not to obtain one that I feel I might enjoy) by picking a MOS ...
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Quick and simple question
05.22.2012 - What does a soldier do when they arent deployed or in any combat zones?
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Benefits and Downsides of joining Reserves
05.22.2012 - Hi, I am thinking about joining the reserves I am 19 years old. I just wanted to know what are some of the benefits and...
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68w 2012
03.02.2012 - Hello, I am a 68w leaving August to Fort Sill. Anyone else leaving around that time?
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Any Advice for a Newly Enlisted 68W?
04.12.2012 - Hey Everyone! I just got back from MEPS yesterday where I signed my contract and swore in as a 68W. I orig...
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ARMS
05.22.2012 - WOULD LIKE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT ARMS?
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NEW Prior Service Business Rules 30APR12
05.06.2012 - April 30, 2012 SUBJECT: Prior Service (PS) Accession Business Rules and Enlisted Call to Active Duty (AD) f...
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Warrant Officer Flight Training - ask your questions here.
06.05.2008 - Thought I would post this and see who bites. Serious WOFT-ers only please. Civilian or military....all are welcome. ...
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Having a DUI and wanting to join the Army
05.21.2012 - I have a DUI, but I really want to get into the Army. I got the DUI last June. Is there any way I can get it waived? Wri...
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The Difference.
05.22.2012 - Before I was interested in the Army I was interested in the Marine Corps, but then I heard that the treat women "differe...
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- SPC Alysha Ford - A Family Affair
- Army Family Covenant
- The Army Experience
- Cavalry Scout
SPC ALYSHA FORD
A Family Affair
SPC Alysha Ford: All my family is in the Army. My brother is in the Army, he's a field artillery, my cousins are in the Army, and so I really wanted to follow in their footsteps.
My family was very shocked when I joined the military, but they were very proud.
Growing up, I was a shy, quiet girl, but I've come out of my shell when I joined the Army. I've constantly had to push myself to reach higher levels that I never thought I could achieve. Joining the Army has taught me so many things that I never thought I could do.
Right now I'm studying to be an NCO-a sergeant-and hopefully, one of these days, I'll be a pilot. I've grown into a leader.
My advice to anyone is "go for it." It's a great experience.
