Simple Steps in order to fit and conform your beret to your head. Everyone's head isn't shaped or sized the same, so read below the steps in order to conform it comfortably to your size head. Step 1: Using a cigarette lighter, or a pair of scissors, burn or snip off all of the "fuzz" off of the beret. Then, wet the beret and shave off the inside and outside lining using a … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2011
How To Correctly Fold Your Military Uniform
Military Barracks only provide so much room and storage for clothing, so it is very important that you learn the correct, and most efficient way of folding your uniform. Starting with your slacks, turn them inside out, then fold them vertically, one leg over the other. Make sure the crotch area is tucked in, making one solid leg line. Then fold the waist and cuffs to the … [Read more...]
Act of Valor
An unprecedented blend of real-life heroism and original filmmaking, Act of Valor stars a group of active-duty Navy SEALs in a powerful story of contemporary global anit-terrorism. Inspired by true events, the film combines stunning combat sequences, up-to-the minute battlefield technology and heart-pumping emotion for the ultimate action adventure. Act of Valor takes … [Read more...]
Tuition Assistance Being Reviewed in Military Compensation Package
American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Oct. 28, 2011 – Although no changes to the tuition assistance policy will be made in the near term, defense officials stated the tuition assistance program will be considered as part of the holistic review of the military compensation package. Current policy provides eligible service members up to $4,500 in tuition assistance. The … [Read more...]
Halloween at the White House
On Saturday, October 29, President and Mrs. Obama welcomed local children to trick-or-treat at the North Portico of the White House, which was lit orange for the occasion. The trick-or-treaters were elementary students from local schools in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia areas as well as children from the Boys and Girls Club of America and children from military … [Read more...]