Archives for July 2009

Military Occupation Specialties

Infantry (IN) 11B Infantryman 11C Indirect Fire Infantryman 11X Infantry Enlistment Option 11Z Infantry Senior Sergeant (Rank 1Sgt) Field Artillery (FA) … [Read more...]

Military History

DATE EVENT 1775-1783 The Revolutionary War 1775 May 10 The Battle of Fort Ticonderoga (The action for which the Army was awarded it's first battle streamer) 1775 … [Read more...]

MILITARY ACCESSIONS VITAL TO NATIONAL INTEREST (MAVNI) RECRUITMENT PILOT The Secretary of Defense authorized the military services to recruit certain legal aliens whose skills are considered to be vital to the national interest. Those holding critical skills - physicians, nurses, and certain experts in language with associated cultural backgrounds - would be eligible. To … [Read more...]

ASVAB Line Scores

Updated January 2016 The Army converts the ASVAB subtest scores into 10 composite score areas, known as "line scores." The line scores determine what job(s) an individual qualifies for. The ASVAB subtests are: General Science (GS); Arithmetic Reasoning (AR); Word Knowledge (WK); Paragraph Comprehension (PC); Numerical Operations (NO); Coding Speed (CS); Auto and Shop … [Read more...]

Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps

Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) offers an opportunity to jump start your military career. Since 1916 the JROTC has been preparing young people to take their place of leadership by instilling character and responsibility in JROTC recruits. A high school graduate that has … [Read more...]

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Trump Announces New Class of Battleship

DECEMBER 23, 2025 – President Donald J. Trump today announced the Navy’s intent to develop a new class of American-designed, 30,000 to 40,000-ton large surface combatants, or battleships, that will be employed to meet the realities of modern maritime conflict. “As commander in chief, it’s my great honor to announce that I have approved a […]

Air National Guard Unveils New Bonus Program

MARCH 11, 2023 – On March 1st, the Air National Guard (ANG) launched a new bonus program to attract and retain personnel in critical specialties. The initiative offers significant financial rewards, with bonuses of up to $90,000 for eligible members, depending on their Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). This strategic move aims to strengthen the […]

Military Students’ Tips to Balance Service and Studies

OCTOBER 10, 2025 – Studying in college while serving in the military can be highly rewarding but also extremely demanding in some respects. Military members, veterans, and their families typically balance demanding duty schedules, deployments, family responsibilities, and school schedules. It requires careful planning, flexibility, and being willing to seek and take advantage of available […]

Former Soldier Navigates Job Hunt

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 — In early 2017, Michael Quinn endured what he called the worst day in the worst year of his life. Quinn, then a sergeant major and 24-year Army Soldier, had weathered deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Philippines. As an Army counter-intelligence agent, he said he learned to operate under grave circumstances […]

How Military Families Can Avoid Financial Panic During a Shutdown

OCTOBER 23, 2025 – Government shutdowns create unique challenges for military families who live on tight budgets, frequently relocate, and manage the constant demands of military service. While the uncertainty can feel overwhelming, following these five strategies can help you navigate the crisis with confidence. Keep Perspective. This financial disruption will end, just as the […]