3 Red Flags in Military Housing Scams
Posted in Uncategorized on September 20, 2016
Tags: military, veterans
When you’re facing a permanent change of station (PCS), one of your top concerns is most likely where you’ll be living. While many families chose to live in military housing, some prefer to use their military housing allowance off-post and explore their new city. While this can lead to exciting new experiences, it can also Read More »
VA Automobile Allowance for Injured Veterans
Posted in Uncategorized on September 13, 2016
Tags: military, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, VA programs, vehicles, veterans, veterans benefits
A service-related injury impacts a person’s entire life, from how he or she completes daily activities to how they get around town and to doctor appointments. These effects can last for years after the injury, and can drain a person’s bank account, making it difficult to afford basic needs, including transportation. The servicemember or veteran Read More »
Who Are the Four-Star Women of the U.S. Military
Posted in Uncategorized on September 12, 2016
Tags: history, military, veterans, women
When the U.S. Navy’s Admiral Michelle Howard received her fourth star – making her the Navy’s second-highest ranking official and the highest-ranking African-American woman ever in any branch of the military – she noted that she had to special-order her four-star shoulder boards since they’d never been made for the Navy before. With her promotion, Read More »
The Forgotten Warrrior Memorial Wall Honors the Casualties of PTSD
Posted in Uncategorized on September 8, 2016
Tags: history, military, ptsd, veterans
When a veteran returns home, he or she can expect to be welcomed by the gratitude of a thankful nation. Every service member who has signed up for duty has sacrificed in some way, knowing that their decision to serve may be life altering, especially for those who return gravely injured. But sadly, for thousands Read More »
5 Weird Weapons of War
Posted in Uncategorized on September 7, 2016
Tags: history, military, vehicles
History has shown that war and its unique challenges can not only spark the creativity of the world’s inventors, but also open up a government’s willingness to give even the weirdest weapons a try. Below are five little-known weapons that were conceptualized, tested, and, in some cases, even deployed to try to sway the direction Read More »
Aqua Therapy for Veterans
Posted in Uncategorized on September 1, 2016
Tags: military, ptsd, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, veterans
The tried and true method for coping with post-war trauma is a combination of physical and mental therapy. Doctors and researchers alike believe that strengthening the mind and body is the key to recovering from war-time memories and disaster. Lately, doctors are turning to alternative forms of treatment to help relieve many veteran ailments. The Read More »
The History of Victory over Japan Day
Posted in Uncategorized on August 30, 2016
Tags: history, holiday, military, veterans
Many may not be able to accurately pin-point the date we claimed victory over Japan, but many will recognize the famous picture immortalizing the day forever. The famous image “V-J Day in Times Square” has become one of the most recognized and iconic post-war images to-date. It is right up there with the raising of Read More »
Top 7 Civilian Job Categories for Veterans
Posted in Uncategorized on August 24, 2016
Tags: employment, military, veterans
The transition to civilian life can be a mixture of excitement, trepidation, and even some uncertainty. Maybe you’ve been considering going to college, or perhaps you’re spending some time thinking about how your military skills match up to civilian jobs. Maybe you want to start your own business. The world off-Base promises unlimited opportunity but Read More »
Cameras in Combat: War Photographers Tell Stories from the Frontline
Posted in Uncategorized on August 23, 2016
Tags: history, military, veterans
Most of us don’t think twice about where the photos of war we see on a regular basis come from. We don’t imagine a fully uniformed man or woman, weapon strapped to their side, shielding a camera lens from a dust storm to capture the image of a post-assault tank rolling through a village street. Read More »
From Intramurals to the Olympics, Athletes Excel in the U.S. Air Force
Posted in Uncategorized on August 22, 2016
Tags: military, sports, veterans
The U.S. military makes an impressive effort to offers its soldiers, sailors, and airmen a well-rounded lifestyle outside of their daily activities and MOS responsibilities, and competitive sports plays an important role in this endeavor. Just like the Army and Navy, the U.S. Air Force offers several opportunities for competitive sports to improve and maintain Read More »
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