May 9, 2017, by Harry Beckett - At some point in our life, we ask ourselves this: “How can I serve my country better?” Others would say that being a law abiding citizen who pays the proper taxes is enough. Others would go the extra mile and serve in the military. For those who chose the latter, a sense of pride and nationalism often fill their hearts. Excitement and the … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2017
MQ-9 Reapers Add to Arsenal with First GBU-38 Drop
MAY 8, 2017, CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. (AFNS) - Airmen from the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing, here, and the 26th Weapons Squadron, Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, made history earlier this week, by employing the first GBU-38 Joint Direct Attack Munition from an MQ-9 Reaper. While the JDAM has been around since the late '90s, the munition has just recently been … [Read more...]
George Washington Sailors Learn About Blended Retirement System
MAY 8, 2017, NORFOLK (NNS) - Fincancial advisors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) have begun educating Sailors about the new blended retirement system (BRS), set to take effect Jan. 1, 2018. The Department of Defense (DOD) will be retiring the legacy High Three retirement system and rolling out the BRS option. Although it won't come into effect … [Read more...]
Military Education Support Programs
May 5, 2017, Robert Everett - Your country - it’s your motherland, your home… Protecting your home from enemies is one of the most honorable and greatest duties of every man. This is what the army was formed for, this is why it will always exist, as well as its mission will always be honored. Today, I will tell you about the significant benefits of military … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Prepare for Military Relocation
May 5, 2017, by Dixie Somers - A military relocation can be much more mentally strenuous than a civilian relocation is. Of course, massive amounts of preparation can help you gather your thoughts and your belongings together and will help ensure that all of your furniture and belongings are safely transferred to your new assignment. Make sure you are properly prepared by … [Read more...]