What is an article in the Army? | Halek Hossain

 

In the military, the term "article" can mean a variety of things depending on the context. Here are some common meanings:

1. Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) Articles

The UCMJ is the legal system that governs the U.S. military, and its articles are specific laws that service members must follow. Some of the best-known articles include:

Article 15 – Judicial Punishment for Minor Offenses

Article 86 – Absence Without Leave (AWOL)

Article 92 – Failure to Obey Orders or Control

Article 134 – General Articles, covering a variety of offenses

2. Articles of the Constitution

The Army, like all branches of the U.S. military, operates under the U.S. Constitution, which contains articles establishing military authority and responsibility, such as Article I, Section 8, which gives Congress the power to raise and maintain the military.

3. Articles of Enlistment or Commission

These are the legal contracts that soldiers sign when they enlist in the military or are commissioned.

4. Published Article

In everyday terms, an Army article can refer to a written publication published in a military journal, training manual, or news source such as the Army Times or Military Review.