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The U.S. Army was created on June 3, 1784 by the Congress of the Confederation at the end of the Revolutionary War. "To fight and win America's wars," the Army exists to organize, equip, and train forces for the conduct of prompt and sustained combat operations on land.

The U.S. Army operates with an active component and two reserve components: the United States Army Reserve and the Army National Guard. There are just under 500,000 soldiers serving actively in the U.S. Army today and another 550,000 serving in the reserve components.

Army Vehicles, Weapons and Technology

The U.S. Army uses many different types of equipment. Learn about the vehicles, aircraft, weapons systems, and technology the Army utilizes to carry out missions and defend the United States with our Army Equipment Guide

Join the Army

Looking to join one of America's elite fighting forces? Learn everything you need to know about joining the United States Army. Find out what you can expect when you join the Army, information on Army jobs, and physical fitness standards to get you started with a successful career as a soldier.

Retired U.S. Army Col. Tom Phlegar, a part-time Revolutionary War reenactor, gives a presentation about the Revolutionary War to officers of the 108th Training Command at the command headquarters in Charlotte, N.C., Jan. 10, 2015. (Sgt. Ken Scar/U.S. Army)

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The History and Roles of the US Army

Originally formed to protect the freedom of the first 13 colonies, the Army has evolved and grown from this small militia force into the world's premier fighting force.

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The new commissary at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, is shown on March 21, 2012. The $21.9 million store is scheduled to open in June 2012. (Sam Shore/U.S. ArmyReleased).

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Army Daily Life

A soldier's daily life is not that different from the life you lead now. You name it, and it probably exists on or near your post.

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Capt. Phan K. Ouellette, an Army nurse at the Army Reserve Medical Command in Pinellas Park, Florida, said that when she was growing up, she wanted to be a soldier, but the boys told her she had to be a nurse. Now she is both. (Staff Sgt. Neil W. McCabe/Army Reserve Medical Command)

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Jobs in the Army

The following is a list of most Army enlisted and officer jobs, with short descriptions.

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Army Materiel Command's Command Chief Warrant Officer 5 Darren Cook discusses ongoing Army-wide maintenance changes and charges Tennessee National Guard sustainers with taking command of the transition at the Guard headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee, on February 1, 2017. (Sgt. Eben Boothby/U.S. Army)

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How to Become an Army Officer

Whether you're about to finish high school, already in college, or working in a professional field, the Army may have an officer path for you to serve and grow as a leader.

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Staff Sgt. Anthony Vasquez completes a stroke toward 500 meters on a rowing machine during a Cross Fit competition on Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Nov. 29, 2013. (Staff Sgt. Andrew Porch/U.S. Army)

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US Army Enlistment Weight Requirements

The following are the Army height, weight and body fat requirements for enlistment.

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Soldiers assigned to HHC 201st Regional Support Group perform their Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) in the early morning of June 8, 2018, during their annual training on Dobbins Air Reserve Base. (2nd Lt. Leland White/U.S. Army National Guard)

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Army Basic Training Timeline at a Glance

There are 10 weeks in Army basic training, also known as Army boot camp. Here's the breakdown.

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Army Special Pay

Learn about Army Special Pay. In addition to a soldier's basic pay they may receive special pay and incentives pay. Army Special Pay can vary depending on occupation, specific assignments, and geographic location.