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ARMY SOLDIER LIFE
LIFE IN THE MILITARY
Being a Soldier gives you the opportunity to complete the mission and make a difference in the world. You will also gain leadership experience, as well as a work-life balance that enables you to pursue your personal and professional goals. You will be part of a global family, and you will be provided all of the community amenities you need to raise your family and enjoy life.
In this section, you will learn about the process of becoming a Soldier, and what you can expect from Basic Combat Training (BCT) and Advanced Individual Training (AIT). You’ll get to hear other Soldiers share stories about the roles they play in the Army and how the Army has changed their lives. Finally, you’ll learn about the important role families play in the Army, and what services they can expect to receive while you are on duty.
Want to experience life on an actual Army base? Take the goarmy.com virtual tour, which will give you a first-person view of the locations you will visit every day as a Soldier on post.
First, you will work with a recruiter. Then you will attend Basic Combat Training. Finally, you will enter Advanced Individual Training.
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As a Soldier in the U.S. Army, it means you will uphold the Constitution and protect America’s freedoms. But it’s not always work — Soldiers have free time and access to medical, housing and continuing education benefits. See the true meaning of being a Soldier.
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Because a Soldier’s level of physical fitness has a direct impact on his or her combat readiness, a Soldier in the U.S. Army must be mentally and physically fit. Fit Soldiers are essential to the Army.
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Get a first hand glimpse into the Army lifestyle. Let Army doctors, lawyers, engineers, ROTC cadets, and everything in between tell you what it's really like to be a Soldier.
Meet the Soldiers
Curious about life on an Army post? This virtual tour will take you through all of the places you would find on a typical post, like housing, schools, shopping facilities and training areas.
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An Army education is the ultimate 2-for-1 deal: service skills AND career skills, learned all at once. https://t.co/UddJMQj4NR
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Photographer and paratrooper Sergeant Villarama turned his passion into his career. Oh, and he gets to jump out of… https://t.co/7IQ4WeYv4u
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From clinical microbiology to research, the Army has enabled Major Getnet to bring his skills to use in different… https://t.co/dzSRpY7MZM
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Army Soldiers get a fifth option: $0. Find out how education benefits can help you earn a degree. 👇 https://t.co/F1AOE9qw6d
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The crew that runs together, wins together. 🙌 Be a part of the Army team. https://t.co/KEwwuPi8LY
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In his interview, Sergeant McClain sums up the opportunity for a Soldier perfectly. ✈️ https://t.co/SjvIvATRF9
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GET MOTIVATED!!! It’s #FitnessFriday Sgt. Linsey William, a public affairs specialist coaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu i… https://t.co/f5LVg22wXa
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#HappyThanksgiving From our Army family to yours! https://t.co/J7nahSzPjl
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02:59 AM Nov 27
CW3 David Forster talks about being an aviation maintenance officer and why he loves his job and his career in the… https://t.co/CBqBrYwlLw
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SSG Patrick Yeager talks about finding a balance between his job and his passion for soccer. See how he has turned… https://t.co/1hE8ncnWTL
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The biggest stage is calling your name. Ready to step into the spotlight? #WhatsYourWarrior https://t.co/pfKNwfIecU
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Spc. Edgar Lozano one of a team of Soldiers and civilians that create mock injuries for the purpose of training eme… https://t.co/xhLLF7RUeK
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