(Written by Dr. Sasha Toperich for USMilitary.com) Now that the disastrous crusade in Libya by warmongering and power-hungry Khalifa Haftar is defeated, it is time to address pressing issues shaking up the central government in Tripoli while the politicians and the international community struggle to stop further conflicts and return this war-torn country to political dialogue. … [Read more...] about Sarraj’s Dangerous Dance With Power
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The NATO Still Has the Upper Hand in Southeast Europe – the US Should Make Sure It Stays That Way
(July 30, 2020 - USMilitary.com by Ariel Schwartz) On July 1, Croatia handed over the Presidency of the European Union (EU) Council to Germany, who will preside over the EU for the next six months before transferring the presidency to Portugal on January 1, 2021. Croatia’s presidency over the Union was considered a success, albeit the COVID-19 pandemic. It showed that countries … [Read more...] about The NATO Still Has the Upper Hand in Southeast Europe – the US Should Make Sure It Stays That Way
Fourth of July Honors Our US Military Men & Women
(Defense.gov) Before military aircraft screamed over the National Mall and fireworks lit up the night sky yesterday as part of the "2020 Salute to America" event in the nation's capital, the president spoke from the South Lawn of the White House about the contributions of U.S. military personnel to American freedom and history."Tonight, we will salute the greatness and … [Read more...] about Fourth of July Honors Our US Military Men & Women
Military Retirement Requires Long Range Planning For Best Success
(USA.Gov) Military retirement requires a lot of planning and consideration for best success. In addition to finances, you need to think about when and where you’ll retire. Big city or small city? Near a VA base for medical benefits is a huge consideration as you mature physically and need more medical attention. Experts advise that you may need as much as 80 percent of your … [Read more...] about Military Retirement Requires Long Range Planning For Best Success
“I Was 12 Years Old When My Brother Mike Was Killed in Viet Nam.”
(USMiltary.com) I was 12 years old when my brother Mike was killed in Viet Nam. It was early on a Saturday morning, late November, 1968, when there was a knock at the door. My Dad was upstairs shaving, and my Mom was in the kitchen making breakfast. I answered the door, and there was an Army soldier in his Class A uniform. He asked to see my Mom and Dad. My Dad called out “Who … [Read more...] about “I Was 12 Years Old When My Brother Mike Was Killed in Viet Nam.”