TW E LV E !
THE FOUR BRANCHES
OF THE MILITARY
When you think about the branches of the U.S. Military you probably immediately
think of the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines. But did you know that our military
is really made up of 12 branches: five active duty and seven part-time duty?
Here’s the breakdown:
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ACTIVE DUTY (FULL TIME)
Active duty members are full-time members of the military stationed at a
base domestically or overseas. Active duty military members are usually
enlisted for 2-6 year terms.
RESERVES (PART TIME)
The Reserves were created as a means to have trained forces at home while
active duty members are deployed. Reserve units may be deployed in times
of national emergency or wartime, but are otherwise part-time service
members. This allows reservists to have a civilian job or attend school while
serving their country, as peacetime requirements consist of one weekend per
month and a single two-week program annually.
NATIONAL GUARD (PART TIME)
Like the Reserves, National Guard members are required to serve one
weekend per month as well as an annual two-week service. The National
Guard mainly serves to provide homeland security and humanitarian relief,
such as during natural disasters. Also like the Reserves, National Guard
members are able to have civilian careers or attend school while serving.
Active Duty
Reserves
National Guard
Army
Marines
Navy
Air Force
Coast guard
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