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Training

February 14, 2006: Trainees Learn Attention to Detail Through 'Warrior' Mindset

October 5, 2005: Marines, Sailors Siege Ship in Mock Conflict Training

October 4, 2005: Loyal Partners Sniff Out Trouble in Iraq

September 16, 2005: ‘World's Most Dangerous Man' Volunteers Expertise

September 16, 2005: Tiny Robot Carries Big Responsibility in Iraq

August 30, 2005: Airmen Undergo Training for Convoy Duty

August 24, 2005: Army, FBI Lead ‘Orbit Comet' Anti-Terrorism Test

August 24, 2005: So You Want to Become a Nurse

August 5, 2005: The Making of a Demonstration Pilot

August 2, 2005: Air Force Ready to Save Lives

July 25, 2005: Sniper Trainees Take Aim

July 20, 2005: Clear Signal for ROTC Cadet

July 14, 2005: Army's Best Compete for Title

July 13, 2005: Creating Ultimate Hand-to-Hand Warriors

July 7, 2005: Ragin' Cajun Enlists With GED, Goes After Master's Degree

June 29, 2005: "The Best Soldiering School I Have Ever Attended"

June 21, 2005: MP School Infuses Realism Into Training

June 2, 2005: Training Transformation Prepares Army

May 18, 2005: Topeka Marine and His Dog Help Save Lives in Iraq

May 16, 2005: Soldiers and Marines Defuse Explosive Situation

March 16, 2005: Simulations Add ‘Playtime’ to Training Cycle

March 4, 2005: Military Revamps Basic Training

January 26, 2005: Life After Officer Training School

May 11, 2004: Street Fighter 101

April 26, 2004: Top 10 Things You Need to Know Before Going to BUD/S

February 23, 2004: The Crucible

Joining

March 28, 2006: Understanding the ASVAB

February 1, 2006: Team USA

November 23, 2005: Official Debunks Myths About Military Recruits

November 23, 2005: Sisters Make the Most of Afghanistan Together

October 7, 2005: $5000 Bonus for Qualified Recruits who Begin Training Before Dec. 26

October 5, 2005: Academy Women Succeed in Military

September 20, 2005: Recon Marine Brings Knowledge, Experience to Fight

September 20, 2005: Enlistment Option Helps Recruits Earn GEDs

September 16, 2005: Multistate Guard Teams Help in Katrina Search Effort

September 9, 2005: Crowley Marine Tells the Warrior Story

September 1, 2005: We Need You to Serve Again!

August 30, 2005: Marine Corps' Magnetism Beckons Future General into World of Elite Warfighters

August 30, 2005: 'Mechanics of All Trades' Maintain Equipment

August 24, 2005: New Program Recruits Native Speakers Into Army Guard

August 18, 2005: Wanna Fly With the Best? Check out "Thunderstruck" Video

August 17, 2005: General Challenges African-American Students to Excel

August 17, 2005: Iraq Duty a Family Affair for Army Reserve Couple

August 17, 2005: Retired General Advises Students to 'Think Big'

August 9, 2005: Dallas Marine Serves Second Tour in Iraq

August 9, 2005: Soldier is Army's 'Special' Hometown Recruiting Assistant

August 9, 2005: Army Officer Paves Way for Fellow Pacific Islanders

July 27, 2005: Military Service Offers Intangible Benefits

July 13, 2005: Receive Money to Further Your Education

July 13, 2005: Older -- But Wiser

June 27, 2005: Gray Matter: "So You Want to Go to West Point"

June 21, 2005: Monster Truck Mechanic Works his Magic in Iraq

June 14, 2005: New Incentives to Attract Military Recruits

May 24, 2005: Showing the Guard

April 6, 2005: Alabama Family Joins the Navy

March 22, 2005: Army Raises Maximum Age for Recruits

March 2, 2005: Why I Serve: For All the Right Reasons

February 18, 2005: An Overstretched Army Scrambles to Fill Its Ranks

February 9, 2004: Mission: Conquer MEPS

December 16, 2004: Why I Serve: Young Marine Motivated by Discipline

October 1, 2003: Go For It! - Part 4: Finishing the Physical, Job Selection, and Final Moments at MEPS

September 11, 2003: Go For It! - Part 3: Hotel, MEPS, and The Physical

September 3, 2003: Go For It! - Part 2b: The DLAB

September 3, 2003: Go For It! - Part 2a: The ASVAB

August 25, 2003: Go For It! - Part 1: Overview, Initial Research and Meeting Your Recruiter

Air Force

March 14, 2006: Cyber Security Boot Camp

March 14, 2006: Air Force JROTC “Accelerate Their Lives”

September 30, 2004: Extreme Academics

September 9, 2004: Student Pilots "Pimp Their Ride"

July 1, 2004: Students Get Behind-the-Scenes Look at Air Force

June 3, 2004: Air Force Seeks Language and Area Experts

April 12, 2004: Exercising Good Judgment

March 15, 2004: Getting a Lift

February 17, 2004: Changing Air Force Means Basic Changes

October 31, 2003: Ties from Little Rock Keep on Rollin'

Army

September 16, 2004: Army Recruiting in Fast Lane

Coast Guard

May 3, 2004: Coast Guard Does BCT Too!

Marine Corps

March 14, 2006: Making it in the Marines

November 11, 2004: Parris Island Instructors Mold Recruits Into Marines

September 2, 2004: First Young Marines Class Graduates Boot Camp

June 23, 2004: Getting Along with Fellow Sailors and Marines

June 23, 2004: USMC Core Values: From Combat to Everyday Life

April 20, 2004: Hunt for Snipers

April 2, 2004: Marines to Get on the Good Foot

February 2, 2004: Destined for the Corps

January 13, 2004: Corps, Not Cash

November 21, 2003: Opening Her Own Doors

November 6, 2003: Enter with a Bang

Navy

March 28, 2006: An Officer and a Gentleman: The Benefits of Navy ROTC

June 23, 2004: Getting Along with Fellow Sailors and Marines

March 1, 2004: Light Years Ahead

January 9, 2004: Tougher Sailors from the Start

Recruiting News

March 2, 2006: Army Reserve Offers $10,000 Quick-Ship Bonus

June 21, 2005: General Cites Influencers as Part of Recruiting Challenge

August 12, 2004: Navy Establishes Diversity Directorate

August 5, 2004: Corporal Recruiter Program

July 22, 2004: "We Do Not Need a Draft"

July 14, 2004: Army to Recruit 'Downsized' Airmen, Sailors

June 10, 2004: Recruiting Numbers Decrease With Force Shaping

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