A Military Brat is anyone who grew up in a military family and moved from military installation to installation, with one or both parents being "career" military, serving 10 to 30 years (or more) in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines or Coast Guard.

Why are Military Brats "different"?

Many Military Brats grow up within the world of the military, on military installations, many of which are self-sufficient and generaly isolated from the city, state or country they are located within.

Living within a disciplined world and being subjected to frequent moves during formulative years creates Military Brats.

Military Brats learn to adapt to new surroundings quickly. Making new friends and then leaving them behind is routine.

Military Brats often find it difficult to live in the world of civilians after their parents retire from the service.

Articles

If you are new to the term "Military Brats", and wish to read more about the subject, please read the following articles:

• Military Brat, by Debbie Adams

• We Thought We Were Normal, by Michelle Batson

• What is a Military Brat?, by Vann Baker