August 14, 2011 By Heather Graham-Ashley, III Corps and Fort Hood Public Affairs FORT HOOD, Texas, Aug. 14, 2011 -- In early August, information about their deaths saturated the news, but Aug. 13 and 14 was about how they lived. Five Soldiers -- Sgt. Alex Bennett, Chief Warrant Officer 4 David Carter, Spc. Spencer Duncan, Staff Sgt. Patrick Hamburger, and Chief Warrant … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2011
Saluting the Unknown Soldier
Written by Sgt. Mac My dad died of cancer in 2005. The memorial service was a mix of sadness and happiness. The sad part, of course was the loss of our dear father, mom’s husband of 60 years and grandfather to our kids and great-grandfather to a bunch of very young grandchildren. The last child was born only a few weeks before dad’s death and we put the babe in his arms, as … [Read more...]
Former Marine to Receive Medal of Honor
August 12, 2011 From a White House News Release WASHINGTON, Aug. 12, 2011 – A former Marine will receive the Medal of Honor from President Barack Obama here Sept. 15 for conspicuous gallantry almost two years ago in Afghanistan, White House officials announced today. Dakota Meyer will be the third living recipient - and first Marine - to be awarded the Medal of Honor for … [Read more...]
United States Military Locations
While a large portion of the United States military is located in the U.S. and it's transients, there are also many troops located around the world. In this map you can see where the majority of men and women serving the country are located. There are several combat zones noted as well as the many ongoing peace keeping missions. Click here to download the pdf version of this … [Read more...]
H&R Block Military Spouse Scholarship Program
Married to an active duty servicemember? You are eligible to receive a scholarship to our Income Tax Course. Whether you want to brush up on your tax skills or possibly earn extra income as an H&R Block tax professional, learn tax preparation from us. H&R Block’s Military Spouse Scholarship Program creates an opportunity for spouses of servicemembers to become part of … [Read more...]