Military vs. Army

This time, we're gonna delve into more social issues. I think it's necessary for any English language learner to know the differences between these two.

What Is Their Main Difference?

Both refer to human forces fighting for the safety of their people and the freedom of their country. However, 'military' encompasses navy, land, and air forces, and it is much larger. It mainly focuses on international borders. Additionally, it is governed by politicians and the government. 'Army', contrariwise is a branch of the military and it only includes land forces. It is also less controlled by the politicians.

Differences

As mentioned above, the 'military' is much bigger and it includes air, navy, and land forces. It is mainly controlled by politicians. Additionally, it focuses on international borders. Look at the examples below:

In some countries, the military is against people.

What is considered the highest military-rank?

'Army', however, is a branch of the military and it can function ob both international and national borders. It is also not that much effected by politicians. Note that it only includes land force. Look at the examples below:

I'd never want my children to join the army.

Joining the army is a way of supporting this toxic system, don't you think?

Similarities

Both refer to human forces fighting for the safety of their people and the freedom of their country. Check out the following examples:

Tensions are growing in the army.

Military forces are being called on to control the riots in different cities.

Are They Interchangeable?

Although they are both used in the same socio-political context, they cannot be used interchangeably. Both examples below are correct but they have different meanings. Compare:

✓ The army is surrendering to the enemy.

✓ The military is surrendering to the enemy.

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