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Serving your country through the can be very rewarding, educational, and life-changing.

Here are some tips to help guide you through the process:

The U.S. Armed Forces are made up It is always a good idea to write of six military branches: , down questions to ask the recruiter , , Marine Corps, and ensure you’re getting all the and, most recently, Space information you need to make an Force. Explore the best option that informed decision. Click HERE for suits your interests the best. sample questions.

Joining the military is a very serious You will be required to take the commitment which takes a lot of Armed Services Vocational Aptitude sacrifice and dedication. It includes (ASVAB) exam. It is composed of four physical, mental, and emotional critical areas and your score will discipline. Make sure you are ready determine whether you're qualified and confident with your decision. to enlist in the U.S. military.

Before you visit a local recruiter, ensure Being physically fit is of the utmost you meet the minimum qualifications importance and this can mean between for serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. life and death. Learn more about You may also want to consider and rely "tactical fitness" and start working out. on your Big for support and advice The better prepared you are, the more through the process. successful you will be.

Explore the possibility of enrolling in the Once you have decided to join, you Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps will need to contact a recruiter of (JROTC) program as an elective in high the preferred military branch to school. It will help you develop start the process. The appointment leadership skills and give an insight into can be made by phone or online. the military. For more information, visit www.military.com.

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