Columbia Recruiting Battalion Virtual Recruiting Center

Army is made up of the most dedicated, most respected Soldiers in the world. These Soldiers protect America’s freedoms while serving at home and abroad, and they are always prepared to defend the nation in times of need. Army Soldier is the embodiment of physical and mental strength. As a Soldier, you will be prepared to serve whenever and wherever you are needed. TODAY'S ARMY

Today, the Army is

made up of more than 700,000 Soldiers, including active duty and Army Reserve personnel. Army Soldiers fill many roles. They are doctors, lawyers, and engineers; they are electricians, computer programmers and helicopter pilots; they are police officers, logistics experts and civil affairs representatives. The Army’s constant need for a diverse range of individual Soldiers, each with his or her own expertise is what sets it apart from other military branches. Both the regular Army and Army Reserve are important components of the total Army structure. While active duty Soldiers serve full time, Army Reserve Soldiers fill critical roles at home. Find out more by clicking the links below. ACTIVE DUTY

Active duty Soldiers live on an Army installation, either within the United States or in an area of operations. ARMY RESERVE

The Army Reserve enables you to pursue your civilian career or college education while you train near home and serve your community. Many professionals, as well as college students, are Soldiers in the Army Reserve.