You must be a high school graduate or senior to enter the national guard to begin with.
No. State activations of the National Guard are paid by the state, while federal activations are paid by the Department of Defense.
Yes.
Yes, it is possible to join the National Guard with a homeschool diploma. The National Guard accepts individuals with various educational backgrounds, including homeschool diplomas. However, specific eligibility requirements may vary depending on the state and branch of the National Guard you are interested in joining. It is recommended to contact a local National Guard recruiter for more information.
There are actually two National Guards, but when people say the National Guard they are probably (but not necessarily) talking about the Army National Guard. The other National Guard is the Air National Guard which is to the Air Force what the Army National Guard is to the Army.
No. There is only an Army National Guard and an Air National Guard.
There is the Army National Guard and the Air National Guard.
Pay is determined by rank and current duty status, not by occupation.
Both entities fall under the same pay scale. There is no difference in pay.
Yes. Each state has National Guard units.
As of 2023, an E1 pay for a National Guard soldier, which is the entry-level rank, typically starts at around $1,833 per month for active duty service. However, for traditional part-time National Guard members, pay is calculated on a drill basis, usually around $233 for a drill weekend (two days of training). Additional pay may be received for special duties, training, or bonuses, and the exact amount can vary based on factors like time in service and location.
No the National Guard does not have submarines. The National Guard is primarily a ground fighting organization. The Air National Guard does provide for air support within the US.
The National Guard and Air National Guard can be (and have been) deployed. The Puerto Rico State Guard cannot.