Differences between Army and National Guard

Both Guard Soldiers and Army Reserve Soldiers can be called into full-time service to support Army combat missions. The main difference is that Guard Soldiers serve a dual mission. They can be called on by their state governor or the federal government.

1. Is the National Guard considered army?
2. What does the National Guard do exactly?
3. What are the differences between the branches of the military?
4. Are National Guard soldiers considered veterans?
5. Can you quit the National Guard?
6. How much does national guard make monthly?
7. Is the National Guard worth it?
8. How long do you serve in the National Guard?
9. How does National Guard pay work?
10. Which military branch is the happiest?
11. Which military branch is deployed the most?
12. Has anyone ever served in all 4 branches of the military?

Is the National Guard considered army?

The National Guard of the United States is part of the reserve components of the United States Army and the United States Air Force. ... National Guard units are under the dual control of the state governments and the federal government.

What does the National Guard do exactly?

The National Guard is a unique branch of the U.S. military that has both state and federal responsibilities. The Guard routinely responds to domestic emergencies such as natural disasters, and it supports military operations overseas.

What are the differences between the branches of the military?

What are the differences between military branches?

• Army: The Army is the oldest of the branches, followed closely by the Navy and the Marines. ...
• Air Force: The Air Force is the youngest branch of the military; until 1947, it was a part of the Army. ...
• Coast Guard: The Coast Guard is the smallest of the branches.

Are National Guard soldiers considered veterans?

National Guard and Reserves who are called to active duty and who serve for the entire period for which they were called will have veteran status and be eligible for VA benefits. National Guard and Reservists who are not called to active duty are not considered veterans under the statute.

Can you quit the National Guard?

While in most cases you cannot simply quit the military, the military services can certainly kick you out if you fail to measure up to their standards. Being released from military service by involuntary discharge is neither fast nor pleasant.

How much does national guard make monthly?

How Much Do National Guard Jobs Pay per Month?

Is the National Guard worth it?

Joining the Nation Guard in your state is always worth it because if you are a 17 year old still in high school as a Junior you can serve out two years of an 8 year MSO while in school and never go anywhere - deployment-wise. MSO= Military Service Obligation. Every branch of military has this.

How long do you serve in the National Guard?

The full National Guard service term is eight years. However, we offer several active service options within that time frame. For example, your child can commit to just three active years then enter IRR (Individual Ready Reserve) for the remainder of their term.

How does National Guard pay work?

Your pay in the National Guard depends on your rank and time in the military. You're paid any time you're drilling or called up to active duty. An E-1 (the lowest enlisted rank) with less than four months in the service makes around $50 for each drill. ... An O-2 makes $119 per drill and a base pay of $3,580 a month.

Which military branch is the happiest?

The Air Force has the reputation of having the best quality of life programs (dormitories, family housing, on-base shopping and services, and recreation) of all the military service branches.

Which military branch is deployed the most?

Soldiers on active duty in the Army deploy more than any other branch, with the possible exception of the Navy (although most Navy deployments are on ships at sea). How often you deploy depends on whether the U.S. is involved in any ongoing conflicts. Deployment is also heavily determined by your Army job.

Has anyone ever served in all 4 branches of the military?

Yonel Dorelis considers himself one of the luckiest guys in the world. Dorelis, 58, has served in four branches of the military -- the Marine Corps, Navy, Army and Air Force.