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United States military chaplains information


A Roman Catholic army chaplain celebrating a Mass for Union soldiers and officers during the American Civil War (1861–1865).

United States military chaplains hold positions in the armed forces of the United States and are charged with conducting religious services and providing counseling for their adherents. As of 2011, there are about 2,900 chaplains in the Army, among the active duty, reserve, and National Guard components.[1]

  1. ^ Christianity Today: Sarah Pulliam Bailey, "Chaplains Watch and Wait after DADT Ends," September 22, 2011, accessed March 5, 2012

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United States military chaplains

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Military chaplain

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Chief of Chaplains of the United States Navy

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Chief of Chaplains of the United States Air Force

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Armed Forces Chaplains Board

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United States Corps of Chaplains

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Muslims in the United States military

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List of American military installations

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Armed Forces Chaplaincy Center

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Crescent

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Deputy Chief of Chaplains of the United States Army

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