The branch reveals… this is arguably one of the most long-awaited days as a cadet. This day reveals much of the unknown for cadets as they commission into 2nd Lieutenants of the U.S. Army. The Army Branches are practically equivalent to the MOS (Military Occupational Specialty) which categorizes one’s job in the Army specifically. This moment in a cadets career is thrilling yet exhilarating. This gives a fair look into the profession and situations they’ll be surrounded with during the time.

The U.S. Army is made up of 6 combat arms branches, 4 combat support branches, 5 combat service support branches, and 8 special branches, totaling up to 23 branches.

Going through all 23 of these branches would be unnecessarily long so I’ll go through some of the interesting/popular branches, at least from my opinion.

Infantry: This branch is the focal point of the Army essentially, mainly because of the core fighting power that reigns from Infantry. These men and women are the main land combat force, they hold responsibility for defending our country against any threat by land. Infantrymen are often called the “meatheads” of the Army in a humorous manner, as they receive much respect for their duty on the frontlines.

Military Intelligence Corps: This branch helps in both a strategic and tactical level of military intelligence. MI provides much more than information, it provides intelligence in a timely, synchronized, and professional manner, as well as handling electronic warfare. Their role is crucial, as they analyze raw intel information that could “make or break” a mission.

Veterinary Corps: Yes… The U.S. Army needs veterinarians. Many people are shocked when they find out this news, there is indeed a need for their services. These soldiers are in charge of veterinary food inspections and hygiene, animal medical care, veterinary preventive medicine, and research and development. On Army bases, they have a veterinarian clinic just as they have hospitals and other crucial installations.

Chaplain Corps: These soldiers are the religious leaders of the U.S. Army, other soldiers seek guidance and moral advice from them throughout deployments, financial troubles, life crisis’, and even just day to day life. These individuals are qualified morally, spiritually, intellectually, and emotionally. Chaplains often go on deployments to give necessary guidance to those deployed as many seek religious services.

These are only a few of the many branches within the Army, but jobs in the Army can range from being in the war zone, to behind the scenes intel work, and even to leading church services to fellow soldiers.

 

Sources: https://inside.sou.edu/mil-sci/branches.html#chaplain-corps