WASHINGTON, Feb. 18, 2015 - Arlington National Cemetery rests on an expanse of rolling hills in northern Virginia. One of the busiest tourist spots in the cemetery is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, which sits at one of the highest points in the cemetery. Though there is a spectacular view of Washington, D.C., visitors don’t pay much attention to the scenery. They are … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2015
Priorities of Air Force Acquisition Outlined at Symposium
FEBRUARY 19, 2015, ORLANDO, Fla. (AFNS) - Dr. William A. LaPlante, the assistant secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, outlined the Air Force's top acquisition priorities during the Air Force Association’s annual Air Warfare Symposium and Technology Exposition Feb. 13, in Orlando, Florida. LaPlante pointed out five key areas of focus which included: • Get … [Read more...]
Can I Join the National Guard with a GED?
You can join the National Guard with a GED. Is it as easy to join the National Guard with a GED as it is with a high school diploma? No, it is much more difficult to join the National Guard with a GED compared to a high school diploma. As of 2015, when you apply to join the National Guard, your education qualifications will determine if you are a Tier 1 candidate or a Tier … [Read more...]
Disney Armed Forces Salute
Disney announced new military discounts for active duty U.S. military personnel in 2015 known as the Armed Forces Salute. These new military deals include special pricing on theme park tickets and accommodations. See below for the details. The Disneyland Resort is located in Anaheim, CA and is known by many as the "happiest place on earth". Active duty and retired U.S. … [Read more...]
Army Reserve Launches Private-Public Partnership for Cyber Warriors
WASHINGTON (Feb. 18, 2015) - In the face of ever-evolving cyber challenges, the Army Reserve has launched a private-public partnership to build its network of cyber warriors. Chief of Army Reserve Lt. Gen. Jeffrey W. Talley signed a cyber private public partnership, or Cyber P3, with six universities and nearly a dozen employers, at an event on Capitol Hill, Feb. 10. The … [Read more...]