By Debbie Gregory. The Obama administration and U.S. Department of Defense issued a new rule to clamp down on predatory lenders who take advantage of American servicemen and women When service members return from active duty, they’re more likely to face severe financial challenges than civilians. That’s why the Obama administration and Department of Defense […]
By Debbie Gregory. Should gun restrictions on military bases be eased? In the wake of the horrendous events in Chattanooga last week, Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) is introducing legislation that would allow troops to carry guns on military facilities. Johnson, who chairs the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, will offer a proposal that would […]
By Debbie Gregory. In 1950, the Supreme Court ruled that the U.S. is not liable for injuries to members of the armed forces sustained while on active duty as a result of negligence of others in the armed forces. Sixty-five years later, Feres law still stands. It affected Army Spc. January Ritchie, who was pregnant […]
By Debbie Gregory. While questions linger over the shooting in Chattanooga, it is with heavy hearts that we pay tribute to the victims. Gunnery Sgt. Thomas Sullivan, 40, was a hero to the end. The Springfield, MA native was running to the aid of his wounded brothers in arms when he was fatally shot. “Gunny,” […]
By Debbie Gregory. Every year many servicemembers return home from deployment bearing the invisible wounds of post-traumatic stress disorder. The Veterans Affairs Department (VA) has launched a program to track the progress of PTSD in veterans. The VA, along with the National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, which part of the VA, have started the first […]
By Debbie Gregory. Can you imagine soldiers flying on “hoverbikes” over treacherous terrain while you and I glide around our backyards on one? That may be a reality in the next few years. Currently, the U.S. Army is working on a futuristic hoverbike that could carry one to two soldiers up to ten feet off […]
By Debbie Gregory. For the 11,000 soldiers who transition back into civilian life through Fort Hood each year, some tap their GI Bill benefits and head to college. Other may find civilian jobs right away. But for many, the skills they learned in the military don’t often translate well to corporate America. Col. Matt Elledge, […]
By Debbie Gregory. The Marine Corps commandant thought to be taking over the Joint Chiefs of Staff told lawmakers that he felt that Russia was the “greatest threat” to US national security. “Russia presents the greatest threat to our national security,” Gen. Joseph Dunford told the Senate Armed Services committee during his confirmation hearing to […]
By Debbie Gregory. At Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and at Fort Carson, Colorado, 27 total Servicemembers graduated the Warrior Training Advancement Course (WARTAC). The course is designed to assist Soldiers transitioning from active duty to veteran status find potential employment as Veteran Service Representatives at Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) offices throughout the country. The program, a […]
By Debbie Gregory. For the first time ever, Soldiers are eligible for a cyber-specific selective retention bonus (SRB) as the Army makes a concerted push to recruit and retain cyber warriors. The SRB, which became effective, May 20, will initially impact Soldiers in military occupational specialty 35Q, cryptologic network warfare specialists, with an additional skill […]
© 2006-2020 Military Connection, Owned by BL, LLC. All rights reserved
