The American public knows the U.S. military is the most elite and lethal fighting force in the world, but it turns out there's a pretty big knowledge gap when it comes to what is known about military life.
So, we're making it one of our missions to lift the fog and help you get to #KnowYourMil.
With fewer than half of 1 percent of Americans serving in today's military and more than 70 percent of 17- to 24-year-olds ineligible for military service, we hope to strengthen your connection to your military.
Your military is an all-volunteer force that serves to protect our security and way of life. Here they are in action:
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They are also mothers and fathers, sons and daughters, friends and neighbors. That means both in and out of the uniform, they like to have fun too - just like you!