If you are thinking about joining the military, you need to consider why you want to join. People join the Army or the military for a number of reasons. Here are the top 10 reasons why people join the military: To serve your country and protect your country's liberty and freedom Travel the world Help stop terrorism College education benefits Get a good paying job … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2015
Obama Seeks Authorization for Use of Force Against ISIL
WASHINGTON, Jan. 21, 2015 - In his State of the Union address last night, President Barack Obama called on Congress to authorize the use of military force against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. In a speech largely focused on his domestic and economic agenda, Obama also touched on a myriad of topics related to the Defense Department, noting the start of the century … [Read more...]
Next Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Announced
JANUARY 20, 2015, WASHINGTON - The Commandant of the Marine Corps announced today the selection of Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Green as the next Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps. “It gives me great pleasure to name Sgt. Maj. Green as the 18th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps,” said Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., the commandant of the Marine Corps. “His dynamic … [Read more...]
CNP Announces Bees-to Badges
JANUARY 20, 2015, PORT HUENEME, Calif. (NNS) - Speaking at Naval Construction Training Center, the Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) announced a new program that will improve Seabee advancement and retention opportunity while also meeting new requirements for the master-at-arms community, Jan. 20. Vice Adm. William Moran, CNP, and Fleet Master Chief April Beldo, Moran's senior … [Read more...]
Sexual Assault Prevention Summit Offers Multiple Tactics to Prevent Sexual Assault
JANUARY 21, 2015, WASHINGTON (AFNS) - Leaders in academia, government, and industry presented cutting-edge research related to sexual violence at the Sexual Assault Prevention Summit Jan. 13, 14, and 15 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Dr. Andra Tharp, Dr. Gilbert Botvin, and Dr. Dorothy Edwards spoke to 150 Airmen about sexual assault prevention models, as well as … [Read more...]