Amplification to the Marine Corps Tattoo Policy Date signed: 1/15/2010 MARADMINs active number: 029/10 Guidance, and a single-source document for the official Marine Corps tattoo policy. 2. For generations, Marines have served proudly in every region of the world, fulfilling our role as America's ambassadors and defenders of freedom. We are recognized around the … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2015
What Requirements Are Needed To Join The Military
While the military branches have similar entrance requirements, each branch has its own admission standards based on the type of recruits they need, and how many they need. But, for 2015, there are basically 4 different requirements: age, health, education, and citizenship. The requirements listed below apply to the U.S. Military as a whole. For branch specific requirements, … [Read more...]
Marine Tattoo Policy
In 2014, the Marine Corps updated their tattoo policy. As we all know Marines are held to highest standards possible in order to maintain a professional demeanor and represent our great country the best way possible. If you joined the Marines before June 1, 2010 then you could be grandfathered in if your tattoos do not meet the new guidelines. You will want to talk to your … [Read more...]
Army Budget Reductions Raise Risk to Readiness
WASHINGTON (Feb. 6, 2015) - "Within our culture, we will always strive to meet any requirement from the combatant commander," said the assistant deputy chief of staff of the Army, G-3/5/7. "The Army actively accomplishes those missions, which gives an impression that everything is fine and that there are no impacts to an Army that's still ready to do the business the nation … [Read more...]
DISA Rolls Out Defense Department Online Collaboration Tool
WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2015 - The Defense Information Systems Agency is rolling out a new online collaboration tool that offers Defense Department employees anywhere in the world secure web conferencing and secure instant messaging and chat capabilities. The new open-source-based capability, called Defense Collaboration Services, or DCS, is available to anyone worldwide with a … [Read more...]