Guyana's total military force numbers 1,100 (Military Balance) or 2,000 (World Defence Almanac) personnel. Of the 220,797 available males in the 18-49 age bracket, 150,623 are classified as fit for military service. Recruitment is on a voluntary basis.rnGround Forces. Figures vary on the makeup of this service. Military Balance shows only 900 personnel (including 500 reserves) organized into one presidential guard and one infantry battalion, and one Special Forces, one support weapons, and one engineer company. World Defence Almanac shows 1,500 personnel organized into two infantry battalions, and single guards, Special Forces, support weapons, and engineer battalions.
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