June 2012 Courtesy of USAA Life insurance is an important part of a well-rounded financial plan. But let's face it — it can also be confusing. In fact, misunderstandings about life insurance cause many people to skip the coverage altogether, putting their families at great risk for financial hardship. Here, we set the record straight on seven common myths about life … [Read more...]
Scam: Dr. General Mark Robinson
MilitarySpot.com has been notified of a user in our gallery who has been sending suspicious emails, phone calls or notices claiming to be Dr. General Mark Robinson. Please don't be fooled. This is a fraudulent post and should be viewed as such. Click Here to View Gallery Many of these scams fraudulently use the name or logo of a military related personnel as a lure to make … [Read more...]
Marine Recruiting Contributes to U.S., Korean Relationship
6/18/2012 By Cpl. Nate Carberry, Marine Corps Recruiting Command MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. - The 1953 Mutual Defense Treaty allied the United States with the Republic of Korea. In the 59 years between then and now, the United States Marine Corps has contributed to the continued growth of this relationship, both in battle and during peacetime operations. Marine Corps … [Read more...]
Panetta Salutes Gay, Lesbian Service Members’ Dedicated Duty
June 15, 2012 By Cheryl Pellerin WASHINGTON (American Forces Press Service) – The pursuit of equality is fundamental to the American story, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta said in a video message released today to thank gay and lesbian service members and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender civilians for their dedicated service to the nation. Recognizing June as … [Read more...]
Marines Conduct Vehicle-Borne IED Training
6/15/2012 By Lance Cpl. Daniel E. Valle, Marine Corps Bases Japan KADENA AIR BASE, Okinawa, Japan — Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 conducted vehicle-borne improvised explosive device training at Kadena Air Base June 11. The squadron, part of Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force, conducted the training to … [Read more...]