Signing up for the United States Military is a decision many Americans make at a very early age. To show their appreciation and ensure our 17-million veterans have the resources they need once service ends, the U.S. has developed different departments of veteran affairs. Services to our nation's veterans date back to 1626. However, it wasn't until 1921 that the Department … [Read more...] about The Different Departments of Veteran Affairs: A Powerful Resource for All Military Veterans
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The Every Day Life of Being a Confident Army Spouse
If you were to ask a room full of army spouses, to sum up, their everyday life, you might expect to hear words such as "tough," "unpredictable," and even "transient." But none of them would say “impossible.” Women account for 92% of military spouses, but have you ever wondered what their everyday life is like? How different is a relationship when your partner is in the … [Read more...] about The Every Day Life of Being a Confident Army Spouse
How to Boldly Thrive as a Military Spouse
The U.S. Navy alone currently has 74 deployed ships underway. If your spouse is on one of them, you know how challenging life as a Navy spouse can be. And that's just one branch of the military not counting the Army, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and the Guard units. It's no secret that life as a military spouse has unique challenges, but that doesn't mean … [Read more...] about How to Boldly Thrive as a Military Spouse
7 Best Paying Jobs for Military Veterans
Whether your goal is to enjoy a long military career or to use the military as a springboard to a successful post-service life, there are plenty of options in terms of jobs for veterans. The average annual salary for veterans is just over $56,000, so your military job will look pretty good on a resume once your tour of duty is over. Careers in the military equip … [Read more...] about 7 Best Paying Jobs for Military Veterans
From Alpha to Zulu: Here’s Why the Military Alphabet is So Important
Whether it's the Navy, Air Force or Army, communication is key in the U.S. military. From carrying out dangerous missions to simply working with greater efficiency, military professionals have designed an airtight communication system to ensure all messages are heard loud and clear. The military phonetic alphabet is one tool that contributes to this enhanced communication … [Read more...] about From Alpha to Zulu: Here’s Why the Military Alphabet is So Important