Basic training, which often involves getting yelled at and having your head shaved, is typically not a fun experience for military recruits. But now getting there is less of a hassle. The Defense ...

KILLEEN — Retired U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Gregory Brothers turned 22 years old on the first day of basic training and he remembers the unique celebration that marked his introduction to the military.

If you’ve ever wondered what separates Army recruits from Navy sailors, or why Marine drill instructors seem permanently powered by caffeine and righteous fury, you’re in luck. America’s armed forces ...