I am strong, but then I heard that there is a new type of strong out there called army strong. I do not plan on joining the army but I'd like to be become this so called army strong. How much stronger will I get? I currently bench press about 235lbs. How much will I be able to lift when I become army strong? Will army strength also increase my speed?

I am an army wife to a 1LT in the US Army. He wants to put in his officer packet to be considered for an Army Ranger battallion. He already passed ranger school, airborne, and other training courses needed. Does anyone know how long this process usually takes (how long before you hear if you are accepted, how long after that you move installations)? Thanks for your help!

Was there an invincible ancient or medieval army? I'm talking about being invincible in the open battle field. For example, the ancient Roman army is one good candidate for being the best. Or maybe the Mongols(Some say they were invincible when fighting) Please justify why the ancient army you choose was the best. I hope my question isn't in the wrong category. But if so, sorry people.

I have read a book entitled, "A Short, Offhand, Killing Affair" by Paul Foos for a college class. The book examines the differences between the volunteer soldier and regular army soldiers during the Mexican War in 1846-48. It discusses the treatment of the U.S. soldiers by their officers and the treatment of the Mexican soldiers/civilians by the U.S. soldiers. I'm just a little stuck on something for which I seek guidance, as I am not very familiar with military history. Why distinguish between volunteers and regular army soldiers? Weren't all soldiers at the time "volunteers?" I understand that those in the regular army were soldiers for a living and received pay for their services, whereas the volunteers came from various lines of work (e.g., farming, law, etc.) But, I didn't receive any indication that the regular army soldiers were drafted. Weren't they in the military by choice, or am I wrong about this? In essence, weren't all the soldiers "volunteers?" Thank you.