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Career soldiers are the mainstay of any army; who are these brave patriots that lay down their lives for a living? And what do they do post-combat life?
What Does the National Guard Do?
The Army National Guard is made up of citizen-soldiers who train part time and close to home, preparing for when they'll be needed. "Weekend warrior" can be a derogative term, but there is nothing funny about what the National Guard does for our country.
What to Know About the Air National Guard
If you want to serve in the United States military, then you might be considering joining the National Guard. The National Guard has two main factions—the regular National Guard, and the Air National Guard.
Cato ConroyPublished 7 years ago in Serve- Top Story - September 2017
Pros and Cons of the National Guard
A military career is something many of us have considered in passing. We've wondered if it's the right choice for us, if it can provide as well as people say it will, and possibly if it's actually something that would mesh well with the personalities and values we have.
Mike MavenfulPublished 7 years ago in Serve How Much Does the National Guard Pay?
The National Guard is one of the largest military branches in the United States, and it's also one of the most flexible in terms of scheduling. People who want to join the military often choose the National Guard because of its flexibility — but that can come with a price.
Cato ConroyPublished 7 years ago in Serve- Top Story - August 2017
What Is the National Guard?
Despite having one of the strongest militaries in the world, many Americans don't really know much about their country's defense forces. This is especially true about the National Guard.
Rowan MarleyPublished 7 years ago in Serve What to Know Before Joining the National Guard
The National Guard is often billed as "military lite" by many people, and recruiters often frame it as a good part-time way to enjoy military service without having to disturb your overall lifestyle. To a point, this is true. People who serve in the National Guard do typically start out part-time and also get paid around $600 per month.
Cato ConroyPublished 7 years ago in ServeNational Guard Requirements
The National Guard is one of the largest sections of the US military, and it's one of the largest because of what it offers in terms of flexibility. Even though it's technically a "part time" gig, the truth is that it's still a demanding job — and it's one that not everyone is cut out for.
Rowan MarleyPublished 7 years ago in Serve