An idiot’s guide to what service members are called in every branch

...Or you can just keep calling all the Marines soldiers. They secretly love it.
U.S. Army Soldiers and U.S. Navy Sailors stand in formation during a memorial ceremony at the U.S. Air Force monument in Picauville, France, June 3, 2019. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Henry Villarama)

Have you ever accidentally called a Marine “Soldier?” The look they gave you probably had you fearing for your life.

We know that trying to remember what to call the members of each military branch can get kind of confusing. Never fear! We’re here to help. This video guide will assure that you’re never in danger of being beat up by a Marine again (at least not for this reason).

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Rebecca Rosen is Task and Purpose’s only dedicated Video Editor. She has been working with the brand since 2019. Rebecca creates video content for the Task & Purpose website and social channels, and has also assisted with video for The Drive.