Latest "Army recruiting standards" stories

Eczema and poor eyesight have previously kept people out of the Army, but the secretary is giving them a second look

The Army is looking at whether some treatable medical issues should disqualify Americans from service.

By Meghann Myers

5 years ago

The Army is supposed to be growing, but this year, it didn’t at all

The Army's end strength showed no net gain in 2018, after the service missed its recruiting goal by 6,500.

By Meghann Myers

5 years ago

Commentary: Recruiting’s slippery slope

The Army is struggling to meet its recruiting goals as it seeks to expand. Just 29 percent of America's 18 year olds can meet minimum enlistment requirements.

By Army Maj. Gen. Dennis Laich (ret.)

5 years ago

They sought help when their Army dad deployed. Now they’re barred from joining the military.

Counseling sessions from their time as military dependents could prevent children from following their parents' path to service.

By Karen Jowers

5 years ago

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