Air Force Basic Military Training at Lackland Air Force Base lasts 8.5 weeks and turns civilians into disciplined Airmen. The schedule is carefully structured to build fitness, military knowledge, discipline, and basic combat skills. Every week has a clear purpose, from initial in processing in Zero Week to the final Airman’s Run and graduation ceremony. … Read more
An Other Than Honorable (OTH) discharge is a serious administrative separation from the U.S. military issued when a service member’s conduct or performance falls significantly below the standards expected by their branch of service. This type of discharge falls between a General Discharge and a Dishonorable Discharge in terms of severity. While it is not … Read more
With neighboring state Massachusetts close by, Maine doesn’t have a need for many military bases. With that said, there are currently 4 active duty military bases in Maine. These include 1 major Navy base, 2 Air National Guard bases, and 2 US Coast Guard stations. Learn more about each Maine military base below, including its … Read more
Australia is one of America’s closest allies, but it has a longstanding bipartisan policy of no permanent foreign bases on its soil. That doesn’t mean there’s no U.S. military presence, especially considering Australia is a member of the ‘Five Eyes Alliance’. In 2026, the U.S. military footprint in Australia is larger and more strategically important … Read more
The United States maintains military installations and long-term defense facilities in multiple European countries through bilateral agreements and NATO-related arrangements. These locations support a range of missions that can include logistics, training, command-and-control functions, and operational support for U.S. and allied forces. The specific role and day-to-day activity of each installation can vary based on … Read more