Located in Arlington Country, Virginia, Arlington National Cemetery is a large cemetery reserved for American soldiers who died in war as well as military veterans. It’s owned and managed by the U.S. Department of the Army, which is responsible for maintaining the grounds. Even if you’ve seen or heard of Arlington National Cemetery, though, there
What Is a Veterans ID Card? And How Do I Obtain One?
While the exact number fluctuates on a daily basis, the U.S. Census estimates there to be over 18.2 million military veterans in the United States. To put that number into perspective, about seven in 100 Americans have served in the military. Whether you served in the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine Corps or Navy,
US Army to Retire the Universal Camouflage Pattern (UCP)
After being introduced in 2004 as the standard uniform for soldiers, the U.S. Army has decided to retire its Universal Camouflage Pattern (UCP). On Oct. 1, 2019, the Army announced that it would be switching to the traditional Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) featuring non-pixelated patterns of green and brown. To many soldiers, news of the
Can a Homeowner’s Association Prohibit Me From Displaying the American Flag?
Has your homeowner’s associations (HOA) told you to remove the American flag in front of your home? It’s no secret that HOAs have become increasingly common in the United States. According to the Community Associations Institute, HOAs now govern nearly 25 million homes in the United States. Unfortunately, some of these HOAs are overzealous regarding
US Veterans Eligible for 1-Year Free LinkedIn Premium Subscription
If you’re a U.S. military veteran or active service member, you can now receive a free one-year premium subscription to LinkedIn. As explained on the social media network’s official news page, LinkedIn has collaborated with ID.me to provide this perk to both U.S. military veterans as well as active service members. So, how does LinkedIn
What Is TDY in the US Army?
It’s not uncommon for Army soldiers to receive a TDY during their service. Based on the name alone, it’s difficult to surmise what exactly a TDY is, let alone what it entitles. An acronym for “Temporary Duty Assignment,” a TDY is an official duty given to an Army soldier that doesn’t involve permanent duty stationing.
6 Ways to Thank a Military Veteran During the Holidays
You don’t have to wait until Veterans Day to show your appreciation of our nation’s military veterans. With the holiday season upon us, now is the perfect time to thank a veteran. There are several ways you can thank a veteran during the holidays, some of which we’re going to explore. See the full list
What Is a Sapper in the US Army?
Have you heard of a “sapper?” It’s a term used frequently by U.S. Army soldiers and other military servicemembers. To the average civilian, though, it’s difficult to surmise what exactly the term “sapper” means. In this blog post, we’re going to take a closer look at sappers in the Army, revealing the role and importance
US Air Force Invests in VR Training for Student Pilots
Student pilots who are looking to earn their wings in the U.S. Air Force can now train using virtual reality (VR). Earlier this month, the Air Force launched a new program that allows student pilots to train for as long as they’d like in a VR flight simulation environment. Known as Pilot Training Next, the
US Navy Developing Waterproof Coating for Ships
The U.S. Navy is developing a new waterproof coating for its ships. It’s long been the goal of the Navy to create a product that, when applied to a ship’s hull, would create a waterproof barrier of protection. Now, it’s one step closer to making this a reality. Last month, the Navy announced plans to
