Do field officers see combat?

Yes and no. Infantry and any combat support Officer will see combat if they are even deployed in an area where they will see combat. Otherwise your average Adjutant is not going to slay bodies with his Mameluke Sword .

What is the military’s duty?

The Army exists to serve the American people, defend the nation, protect vital national interests and fulfill national military responsibilities. Our mission is enduring: to provide necessary forces and capabilities to the combatant commanders in support of the national security and defense strategies.

What was before Tradoc?

History. TRADOC was established as a major U.S. Army command on 1 July 1973. CONARC, and Headquarters, U.S. Army Combat Developments Command (CDC), situated at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, were discontinued, with TRADOC and FORSCOM at Fort Belvoir assuming the realigned missions.

What is an 11A in the army?

Infantry Officer – 11A The infantry officer is responsible for leading the infantry and combined armed forces during land combat.

What is the difference between enlisted and active duty?

Some people choose to enlist as a full-time, active duty service member, while others decide to enlist as a part-time, reserve duty service member. Active duty is comparable to working at a full-time job.

What is it called when you serve in the military?

Conscription, sometimes called the draft in the United States, is the mandatory enlistment of people in a national service, most often a military service.

Who is the CG in the army?

Commanding General, United States Army Forces Command

Commanding General of United States Army Forces Command
Incumbent GEN Michael X. Garrett since March 21, 2019
Formation	July 1, 1973
First holder	GEN Walter T. Kerwin, Jr.
Website	Official Website

Are you allowed to salute indoors?

You don’t have to salute indoors, except when you report to a superior officer. If either person is wearing civilian clothes and you do not recognize the other person as a superior officer, salutes are unnecessary.