DECEMBER 15, 2016, GARDEN CITY, New York - The first of the Marine Corps’ three tenets is “we make Marines,” and in accomplishing that young men and women from across the varied fabric of American society come together to undergo 13 weeks of intense mental and physical training to become basically-trained Marines. Recruit backgrounds and experiences will vary, but the training … [Read more...]
Salvation Army Angel Tree program Wrapping Angels
DECEMBER 15, 2016, SASEBO, Japan (NNS) - Commander, U.S. Fleet Activities Sasebo community members came together with the CFAS Religious Ministries Department Dec. 10 2016 to bring gifts to orphans. The gift-giving was done as part of the Salvation Army Angel Tree program. CFAS has been working with local orphanages for over 30 years using the Angel Tree program to provide … [Read more...]
DoD Unveils Plan to Broaden Sexual Assault Support to Men
December 15, 2016, Washington, By Amaani Lyle - Defense Department officials announced today the release of the “DoD Plan to Prevent and Respond to Sexual Assault of Military Men,” designed to enhance outreach to military men and increase efforts to help them recover. Army Maj. Gen. Camille Nichols, director of the DoD Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office, said … [Read more...]
BAS: Don’t Spend It All in One Place
DECEMBER 15, 2016, ATLANTIC OCEAN (NNS) - Financial advisor Dave Ramsey said, "You must gain control over your money, or the lack of it will forever control you." As the crew of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) prepares to move to the Floating Accommodation Facility (FAF), Sailors will see many changes aboard the ship. One major change that will affect … [Read more...]
Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Cars for Military Men
December 15, 2016, by Brooke Faulkner - Not sure what to buy the military man in your life? If money was no object, every soldier, sailor, pilot, and marine would be getting a new car this Christmas. Can’t you just see it parked in the driveway, wrapped in an oversized, camouflage bow? The only question left to consider is simple: what kind of car best fits the servicemen in … [Read more...]