A CALLING
The choice to serve is always a personal one. Together, we as Americans accept and carry the torch of the generations who came before us and fought for our freedoms. We stand watch to defend the homeland and our way of life – from north to south, east to west, and sea to shining sea. Strengthened and enriched by diversity across our lands, the United States remains a global symbol of freedom, democracy, human rights, and opportunity. America expects us to be exemplary role models, competent experts, thoughtful counselors, committed advisors, approachable mentors, and leaders of character. To meet these expectations, we continually invest in our people and, by doing so, develop them as professionals and citizens. These actions directly fuel the Department of Defense’s mission.