Enlisting in the Air Force comes with several requirements. This requirement in particular is the Medical Examination. This will be given to you during your stay at the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The largest portion of your day at MEPS is taken up by the medical examination. You'll start by completing a detailed medical history. Your day will include a … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2010
Terms to Know for Coast Guard Basic Training
Coast Guard recruits are expected to know the following terms and the respective meanings at basic training. The US Coast Guard is one of the oldest organizations of the United States federal government. Along with the proud history of the US Coast Guard comes the terminology that continues today. Terms to Know Nautical and Military Terminology Room -> … [Read more...]
Drill Pay – National Guard (FY2010)
Drill Pay Rates The rates shown are for four drills, a typical weekend for Guard members. Effective January 1, 2010 Drill Pay For 4 Drills - Enlisted January 1, 2010 Weekend Drill Pay Less Than 12 Years of Service Years < 2 Over 2 Over 3 Over 4 Over 6 Over 8 Over 10 E-9 … [Read more...]
11 General Orders of the Coast Guard
The Coast Guard's Eleven General Orders are common to all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. All military personnel must memorize these orders. There are slight differences between the branches' general orders primarily due to ranks and titles differ between the branches. As a Seaman Recruit in basic training, you will be expected to know and follow these orders: 11 General … [Read more...]
Navy My Pay
The U.S. Navy wants to reward you for all of your hard work and dedication in helping to protect America's freedom at home and abroad. The main component of your Navy pay is based on grade and time in service. It is computed using your "pay date". Navy service members can find their pay dates located in the top line of their Leave and Earnings Statement (LES). The LES may … [Read more...]