When we were kids, we all had our own dreams and aspirations for our adult selves. From a young age, we were constantly asked what we wanted to be when we “grew up,” a little like we had to decide our futures at that very moment. However, as we actually “grew up,” our attention turned toward teaching, nursing, firefighting, and more. Alongside this, there were some kids who knew from an early age that they wanted to serve their country and join the military, to which we say, “Respect.”
The United States Armed Forces comprise some of the most influential and powerful military organization in the whole world. The U.S. Armed Forces are under the Department of Justice and are divided into the Navy, the Army, and the Air Force, with the Marine Corps serving under the Navy while still being considered a distinct and equal branch. Additionally, the Coast Guard serves under the Department of Homeland Security while being able to be transferred to the Navy during times of war. Not only are these forces used to protect the country, but they are also essential in overthrowing powerful forces who aim to harm America and the rest of the world. In a time when global threats are becoming more imminent, the United States Armed Forces play an increasingly important role in the fight for better security – and for that, we thank them.
One of the most prominent forces within the U.S. military is the United States Navy. This naval warfare branch is vital in protecting U.S. waters, and the waters of U.S. allies. They are part of the largest navy on the globe and allow more than 320,000 active soldiers the chance to serve their country and prove their worth. Since its inception, the U.S. Navy has fought in both World War I and World War II. They have also served in the Cold War and protected U.S. shores from pirates (and not the cool kind).
Although us common folk are only familiar with general facts about the U.S. Navy, those who serve in the military know what really goes on behind the scenes of the largest naval warfare branch in the world. Some of the toughest men and women in the business serve in the Navy, where they have persevered through trials and tribulations to get where they are today. So, check out these awesome facts about the Navy.
[post_page_title]A few strict rules[/post_page_title]
If you’re the kind of person who loves their fashion and their fancy hairdos – the Navy is not for you. To be a part of the U.S Navy you need to comply with their (extremely long) set of rules. Many of these rules are linked to your attire and your appearance, and there can be no straying from the guidelines. For men, your hair needs to be neat, clean and is under no circumstances allowed to touch your collar. For women, ponytails (and pigtails) are not allowed. 
