Pull-ups will replace the flexed arm hang for female Marines during the physical fitness test, effective Jan. 1st. An All Marine Corps Activities was released Nov. 27, stating that the Marine Corps will phase out the flexed arm hang starting Jan. 1, 2013. The first phase will serve as a transition period, allowing the Marines to choose to either complete the pull-ups or opt … [Read more...]
Soldier Missing from Vietnam War Identified
December 3, 2012 The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office (DPMO) announced today that the remains of a serviceman, missing in action from the Vietnam War, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial with full military honors. Army Sgt. John R. Jones, of Louisville, Ky., will be buried Dec. 6, in Arlington National Cemetery. … [Read more...]
Camp Pendleton Implements New Transition Assistance Program
December 1, 2012 By Cpl. Michelle Brinn The Camp Pendleton Transition Assistance Management Program implemented the new provisions Nov. 26 for what is now known as the base’s Transition Readiness Seminar. The new program helps service members get a jump start on their transition process, explained Mark Minkler, the transition program manager with Marine and Family … [Read more...]
VA Registers “GI Bill” as a Trademark
December 3, 2012 WASHINGTON - The Department of Veterans Affairs announced that GI Bill is now a registered trademark with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and VA is the sole owner of the mark. “We will continue to support our Veterans by helping them obtain the best education of their choosing—a right for which they have bravely served, and which they have … [Read more...]
How to Send a Care Package Overseas
Whether you have a loved one, family member or are just looking to brighten someone’s day, sending a care package overseas to a deserving servicemember is a great idea this holiday season. In order to do this, you must follow a few guidelines. First, you have to take into account that different countries have different restrictions on what can and cannot be sent. So, … [Read more...]