Written by Sgt. Mac My dad died of cancer in 2005. The memorial service was a mix of sadness and happiness. The sad part, of course was the loss of our dear father, mom’s husband of 60 years and grandfather to our kids and great-grandfather to a bunch of very young grandchildren. The last child was born only a few weeks before dad’s death and we put the babe in his arms, as … [Read more...]
Former Marine to Receive Medal of Honor
August 12, 2011 From a White House News Release WASHINGTON, Aug. 12, 2011 – A former Marine will receive the Medal of Honor from President Barack Obama here Sept. 15 for conspicuous gallantry almost two years ago in Afghanistan, White House officials announced today. Dakota Meyer will be the third living recipient - and first Marine - to be awarded the Medal of Honor for … [Read more...]
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VA Outlines October Changes in Post-9/11 GI Bill
By Karen Parrish American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Aug. 11, 2011 – The third round of 2011 changes to the Post-9/11 GI Bill will take effect Oct. 1, a Department of Veterans Affairs official said today. October’s changes allow eligible students to pay for more education and training programs with the GI Bill, Keith Wilson, director of VA’s education service, told … [Read more...]