Burton signed up to become a “better version” of herself.

Burrill grew up in a very patriotic family and she always knew that one day she would serve her country.

Hanible grew up in Chicago and joined the United States Marine Corps to remove herself from a difficult environment and to make her mother proud.

Duffy signed up to make a “difference on the ground.”

Campos signed up fulfill her potential and to advance her career and education.

In a new Lifetime video series, veterans tell us in their own words, what they signed up for.