Compare Mil Branches
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U.S. Army
Est. June 14, 1775
U.S. Navy
Est. October 13, 1775
Mission
Land-based Mil operations worldwide. The Army is the largest and oldest branch, responsible for ground combat and nation-building operations.
Active Duty:485,000
Reserve:189,500
HQ:The Pentagon, Arlington, VA
Major Bases
Fort Liberty (NC)
Fort Cavazos (TX)
Fort Moore (GA)
Fort Campbell (KY)
Joint Base Lewis-McChord (WA)
Mission
Sea-based operations, maritime security, and power projection. The Navy maintains freedom of the seas and projects power globally through carrier strike groups.
Active Duty:346,000
Reserve:57,800
HQ:The Pentagon, Arlington, VA
Major Bases
Naval Station Norfolk (VA)
Naval Base San Diego (CA)
Naval Station Pearl Harbor (HI)
Naval Air Station Jacksonville (FL)
Naval Station Mayport (FL)