miltary

Miltary is typically a misspelling of the English word military. In standard usage, military refers to the armed forces of a state and to matters related to defense and national security.

The military comprises organized forces such as the army, navy, air force, and sometimes marine corps, coast guard, or paramilitary units. It carries out tasks including defense of borders, deterrence, crisis response, peacekeeping, and, in some cases, aid to civil authorities during emergencies.

In most countries, military forces are under civilian control and routed through a ministry or department of defense. They are organized into services, commands, and support branches such as logistics, intelligence, and medical services. Recruitment can be voluntary or through conscription, and professionalization varies by country.

Military history covers the development of organized fighting forces from ancient levies and feudal troops to today’s professional, technology-driven armies. Key themes include doctrine, training, equipment, and the legal framework governing armed conflict, notably international humanitarian law.

Contemporary militaries operate within national defense policy and international security arrangements. They may engage in deterrence, crisis management, disaster relief, and multinational operations. The term military should be distinguished from civilian agencies and from paramilitary organizations, which operate under different legal authorities.