November 4, 2015, by Brooke Chaplan - A military court is called a court-martial, the plural being courts-martial. Many military crimes are not tried in a civilian court and are done differently in the proceedings. Some countries do not convene their courts-martial during times of peace. France and Germany being two examples who use civilian courts instead. What Comprises … [Read more...]
6 Best Veterans Day Recipes
November 3, 2015, by Rachelle Scott - How would you like to celebrate Veterans Day? My guess is that it involves cooking a delicious meal at some point of the day. After all, holidays are the best time to try out new recipes, warm our hearts, and satisfy our bellies! How about trying out some patriotic recipes in honor of the military members in country? If a Veteran is … [Read more...]
After Your Tour: Skills You Need to Adjust Back into Family Life
October 27, 2015, by Brooke Chaplan - Being in the military may be one of the most stressful positions in the entire world. There aren't enough words to express the amount of honor, courage, and selflessness it takes to lay your life on the line for the safety and security of a country. And there's usually relief, happiness, and joy at the thought of returning home to family … [Read more...]
Is Substance Abuse Rising in Returned Veterans?
October 23, 2015, by Brooke Chaplan - Smoking, alcohol, prescription drugs, and illegal substances are often considered a crutch for a bigger underlying problem. In the case of returning veterans, it is a historical fact that war and drugs go hand in hand. How then, can we expect a decrease in substance abuse in our military heroes of today? History of War and Drugs As … [Read more...]
8 of the Best Military Discounts Every Veteran Should Know About
October 22, 2015 - Veterans have put their lives on the line for freedom. Society is grateful for their service. One small way some businesses show their gratitude is by offering veterans special discounts that aren’t available to other customers. Below is a list of eight of the best discounts that veterans should know about. Lowes and Home Depot The corporate owner … [Read more...]