Many marines and sailors were previously forced out of the military because of their sexuality. Now, the Navy Department officials are urging those who were forced out to step forward and appeal their discharge. The step is to correct a historical wrongdoing and to ensure benefits for all such troops. The Board for Correction of Naval Records can restore or update … [Read more...] about Former Marines and Sailors Discharged Under Gay Ban Compelled to Appeal
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House Armed Services Committee Members Advanced a $610 Billion Defense Policy Bill
House Armed Services Committee members have forwarded a $610 billion defense policy bill. According to its supporters, the policy will completely fund the military needs while the others criticized it as just another budgeting gimmick that would create more problems than it would solve.The annual defense authorization bill draft was approved by the panel with 60 votes in … [Read more...] about House Armed Services Committee Members Advanced a $610 Billion Defense Policy Bill
Pentagon?s New Base Closure Plan has Army and Air Force Based on the Forefront
According to a new study, the Army would be severely impacted by Pentagon?s controversial step to close some of the military bases. According to a recent report sent by the Defense Department on Friday to Congress, the military currently holds 22 percent more than required space with its network of installations. In addition, the report concluded that the Army has 33 percent … [Read more...] about Pentagon?s New Base Closure Plan has Army and Air Force Based on the Forefront
Navy to Christen Littoral Combat Ship Sioux City
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- January 29, 2016 -- The Navy will christen its newest Freedom variant littoral combat ship, USS Sioux City (LCS 11), during a 10 a.m. CST ceremony Saturday, Jan. 30 in Marinette, Wisconsin.Sioux City, designated LCS 11, honors the city of Sioux City, Iowa.Adm. Michelle Howard, vice chief of Naval Operations, will serve as principal speaker. Mary … [Read more...] about Navy to Christen Littoral Combat Ship Sioux City
Coastal Riverine Squadron 3 Sailors Complete Reintegration Process
SAN DIEGO (NNS) - January 27, 2016 - The 10 U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to Coastal Riverine Squadron 3 who were briefly detained by Iran Jan 12-13, completed Phase III of the reintegration process today.During Phase III, the Sailors were reunited with their families, received ongoing medical care and were provided various levels of support."The Sailors are in good health … [Read more...] about Coastal Riverine Squadron 3 Sailors Complete Reintegration Process