Reading Time: 6 minutesUnderstanding the GI Bill can be difficult. The benefits from it are immense but attaining those benefits can be nearly impossible if you do not understand the system, or you may find you have to pay back the government because it was discovered you are ineligible for the benefits. First and foremost, you need to … Read more
Reading Time: 3 minutesI distinctly remember Grandpa telling me, “Boy, if you don’t learn something new each day, it was a wasted day.” How right my Grandpa was…may he rest in peace. We must always learn, and whether you are in the Army, the Army National Guard or Reserves, or even on IRR, the Army now has a … Read more
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen we think of military aviation, the Air Force is usually the first thought that comes to mind, but the Army also has aviation units too. As a matter of fact, the United States Air Force began as a unit of the United States Army. In today’s post, we are going to examine Army Aviation … Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesThere are many benefits in serving the United States and her citizens by being a member of the United States National Guard. Some of the most common benefits are: Gaining skills to help in the civilian world Earning extra money to help offset the rising living costs Travel But another benefit that isn’t mentioned as … Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesToday, I’m going to give you an overview of the National Guard Youth Challenge Program. Children are the future, and it is our duty to make sure that future shines bright. Those were the words I used when, several years ago I was involved with helping teenagers get their skate-park rebuilt in Lebanon. Missouri. In … Read more
Reading Time: 3 minutesThis post is about what it will take an officer to attain the position of Army Functional Area 47: Academy Professor at the United States Military Academy. Approximately 50 miles North of New York City is the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York. This military educational institution is considered the best of … Read more
Reading Time: 17 minutesThe U.S. Army War College is one of the most prestigious institutions in the world when it comes to military education, but it’s not just for soldiers. It’s where some of the top military leaders, policymakers, and strategic thinkers come to develop the skills and knowledge needed to lead at the highest levels. Located in … Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesEvery Soldier in the Army has an important position. If the job is available, it is important in keeping the Army running smoothly. As some jobs have been done away with, there is one job within the Army we are quite sure will be around as long as there is an United States Army. That … Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesToday, we’re going to take a few minutes and discuss the military HALO badge. Have you ever watched an individual jump out of an airplane and fall for what seems like miles before opening their parachute and drifting safely to the ground? For many of us, we call these people crazy or nuts. The ones … Read more
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn today’s post, we are going to have an overview of the Unit Movement Officer Deployment Planning Course. Whenever a unit needs to relocate to a new area of operations, a plan of movement needs to be developed. In many cases, a Mobility Warrant Officer is utilized, but there are others who are involved in … Read more