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15 juin 2017
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9781541921757
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Publié par
Date de parution
15 juin 2017
Nombre de lectures
0
EAN13
9781541921757
Langue
English
Government Books 7th G rade Children’s Government B ooks
What Does the US Arm y Do?
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T he United States Military is comprised of one of the world’s largest and most powerful armies. For fiscal year 2017, the projected number of personnel, including active duty end strength personnel, is 1,281,900, with an additional 801,200 people serving in the seven additional reserve components. Read further to learn about the U.S. Military and its branches.
The U.S. Armed Forces
T he United States Armed Forces consist of five armed branches: Air Force, the Coast Guard, the Navy, Marine Corps, and the Army. Generally, there are three distinct categories of military people: active duty, reserve and guard forces, and retirees and veterans.
Battle of Long Island
S imilar to other countries, the United States needs a military as protection for our borders and interests. Beginning with the Revolutionary War, our military has played a significant role in the history and formation of our country.
Who’s in Charge?
A s Commander in Chief, the President of the United States is responsible for final decisions. The Secretary of the Department of Defense maintains control over the military and each of its branches, with the exception of the Coast Guard, which is under the control of Department of Homeland Security. Having more than 2 million military and civilian employees, the Department of Defense is the largest employer in the world.
Attack on Pearl Harbor
