There’s nothing that compares to serving in the U.S. military. It’s a rewarding, memorable experience that allows you to express your patriotism in the most honorable way possible. Whether you choose the Army, Navy, Marines or Air Force, however, there are a few questions you should ask yourself before meeting with a recruiter. Do I
US Military Launches Self-Driving Ship
The United States military has added a new vessel to its powerful fleet of vessels. But this isn’t just an ordinary destroyer or scouting vessel, it’s an unmanned, self-driving ship that’s designed to hunt and detect mines, as well as enemy submarines. To learn more about this state-of-the art vessel and how it could reshape
What is a Warrant Officer and How do I Become One?
Whether you’re currently enlisted in the U.S. Army, or if you are thinking about enlisting, you’ve probably heard of the Warrant Officer job role. Warrant Officers have many responsibilities, including but not limited to organizing missions and offering expertise to other soldiers. But what exactly are Warrant Officers? And how do you become one? These
What is a Non-Commissioned Officer?
There are several different types of personnel in the United States Armed Forces, the most well-known being “enlisted.” Enlisted personnel are military servicemen and women who are recruited to joint either the Army (ages 18-35), Marine Corps (18-34), Air Force (18-39), and Coast Guard (18-27; 32 if qualified for attending “A” school). Other personnel types
The Servicemember’s Civil Relief Act (SCRA): What You Should Know
With more than 2.2 million servicemembers, the United States military is the world’s largest military force in terms of personnel size. It consists of five primary branches: the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy, each of which has its own unique purpose and characteristics. But regardless of which branch you intend to
Veterans Receive Thanks this Thanksgiving Day
Buffalo VA Gives Vets Early Thanksgiving Day Feat The Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Buffalo, New York gave dozens of military veterans an early Thanksgiving Day feast. According to news reports, the food used in the feast was purchasing using money donated by other community organizations and veterans agencies. Volunteers offered their support by preparing,
Surprising Benefits of Being a US Military Veteran
Free Professional Tax Preparation Services Let’s face it, no one enjoys preparing and filing their taxes. It’s a tedious, confusing process that’s made even more difficult when it involves military pay. The good news is that veterans can receive free professional tax preparation and filing services. As long as your family earns $58,000 or less,
Did You Know? 7 Fun Facts About the Navy SEALs
Only 1 in 5 Candidates Become a Navy SEAL To say becoming a Navy SEAL is “difficult” would be an understatement. Due to the mentally and physically rigorous tests that candidates must go through, it’s estimated that only 20% (1 in 5) pass. If 500 candidates enter training, for instance, only about 100 will pass.
Top US Fightercraft of All Time
Since the invention of the airplane, the world has been improving upon aircraft for decades, trying to make the next one better than the last. No one has quite been able to master the fine art of premier aircraft quite like the U.S. military has however, and the fighter planes they have produced in the
The 5 Military Branches Explained
Sometimes it can be very confusing when you’re trying to figure out the detailed differences in the military branches. That’s why we’ve gone to the sources and found some great sites and articles on what each branch does and the variations in the way they serve. We think you’ll find these articles fascinating reading. #1:
