Military Pathway: Defend, Protect, Serve
Military Pathway: Defend, Protect, Serve

Introduction: What the Military is All About

Introduction: What the Military is All About

The U.S. Military is made up of six branches, each with its own mission and responsibilities. Whether it is protecting the land, the seas, or even space, each branch plays a crucial role in keeping our country safe.

If you are curious about the military, keep reading to learn more about each branch. Then, choose your favorite branch to explore further!
The U.S. Military is made up of six branches, each with its own mission and responsibilities. Whether it is protecting the land, the seas, or even space, each branch plays a crucial role in keeping our country safe.

If you are curious about the military, keep reading to learn more about each branch. Then, choose your favorite branch to explore further!
U.S. Military Branches
U.S. Military Branches

Army

The Army protects and fights on land, including fields, forests, and deserts.

Fun Fact:

The Army is the oldest branch, it was founded in 1775!

EXPLORE THE ARMY PATHWAY

Navy

The Navy protects oceans and seas using large ships, including aircraft carriers.

Fun Fact:

The Navy has massive ships that act like floating airports!

EXPLORE THE NAVY PATHWAY

Air Force

The Air Force defends the skies by flying super-fast jets.

Fun Fact:

Some Air Force jets can fly faster than the speed of sound!

EXPLORE THE AIR FORCE PATHWAY

Marines

The Marines are quick to respond and fight on in the air, on land, or sea.

Fun Fact:

Marines are often the first to arrive in tough situations to protect others!

EXPLORE THE MARINE PATHWAY

Space Force

The Space Force protects U.S. interests in space, focusing on satellites and space security.

Fun Fact:

The Space Force helps protect the satellites that let us use GPS and watch TV!

EXPLORE THE SPACE FORCE PATHWAY

U.S. Military Branches

Army

The Army protects and fights on land, including fields, forests, and deserts.

Fun Fact:

The Army is the oldest branch, it was founded in 1775!

EXPLORE THE ARMY PATHWAY

Navy

The Navy protects oceans and seas using large ships, including aircraft carriers.

Fun Fact:

The Navy has massive ships that act like floating airports!

EXPLORE THE NAVY PATHWAY

Air Force

The Air Force defends the skies by flying super-fast jets.

Fun Fact:

Some Air Force jets can fly faster than the speed of sound!

EXPLORE THE AIR FORCE PATHWAY

Marines

The Marines are quick to respond and fight on in the air, on land, or sea.

Fun Fact:

Marines are often the first to arrive in tough situations to protect others!

EXPLORE THE MARINE PATHWAY

Space Force

The Space Force protects U.S. interests in space, focusing on satellites and space security.

Fun Fact:

The Space Force helps protect the satellites that let us use GPS and watch TV!

EXPLORE THE SPACE FORCE PATHWAY

U.S. Military Branches

Army

The Army protects and fights on land, including fields, forests, and deserts.

Fun Fact:

The Army is the oldest branch, it was founded in 1775!

EXPLORE THE ARMY PATHWAY

Navy

The Navy protects oceans and seas using large ships, including aircraft carriers.

Fun Fact:

The Navy has massive ships that act like floating airports!

EXPLORE THE NAVY PATHWAY

Air Force

The Air Force defends the skies by flying super-fast jets.

Fun Fact:

Some Air Force jets can fly faster than the speed of sound!

EXPLORE THE AIR FORCE PATHWAY

Marines

The Marines are quick to respond and fight on in the air, on land, or sea.

Fun Fact:

Marines are often the first to arrive in tough situations to protect others!

EXPLORE THE MARINE PATHWAY

Space Force

The Space Force protects U.S. interests in space, focusing on satellites and space security.

Fun Fact:

The Space Force helps protect the satellites that let us use GPS and watch TV!

EXPLORE THE SPACE FORCE PATHWAY

Next Steps for Aspiring Military Members
Explore the different branches of the military and the exciting opportunities they offer. Each branch has unique pathways for kids of all ages. Choose your branch and start learning about the opportunities that await you!
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