That one scene in ‘Full Metal Jacket’ that convinced a lot of young Marines to enlist in the first place
The entire seven-minute scene is one prolonged dive into depravity, pain, and verbal abuse, but it also felt a little bit like a dare.
The entire seven-minute scene is one prolonged dive into depravity, pain, and verbal abuse, but it also felt a little bit like a dare.
For a film bristling with sporadic visual odes to the armed services and, by association, the military-industrial complex, there's one scene in 'Iron Man' that accurately captures the strange irony of how the military fits into the ever-expanding constellation of superhero and sci-fi films in the marketplace
"We have ZERO TOLERANCE for this in our formations and communities."
Scott O’Grady is, by all measures, a man of remarkable resolve — except when it comes to criticism on Twitter, it seems
He wanted to become a Navy officer.
CNN has revealed that Macgregor has a history of disparaging immigrants and refugees.
If you’re an active-duty member of the military with some spare time for education or a recently-transitioned vet, chances are you’re looking to spend that sweet Post-9/11 GI Bill money you’ve been hearing about your entire career. As one of the best benefits offered to service members, the bill gives eligible troops up to 36 months of education benefits and covers a range of things, including tuition fees, housing, books, and supplies.
The job outlook for technology careers is booming, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a projected 11% growth rate between 2019 and 2029. That’s more than half a million jobs with a median income of $88,240, compared to all other occupations, which have a median income of just $39,810. Before you tell yourself you aren’t qualified for a technology career, know this — most technology jobs don’t require more than a bachelor’s degree, if that, and with less than five years of career field experience, you could potentially find yourself earning a six-figure salary with the right skills and certifications.
Here are some essentials to pack with you that will make sure you are prepared for your new assignment as a civilian.
Congratulations! You’ve taken the plunge into married life, which, while exciting, can come with more paperwork than your first day at MEPS. To help simplify the process for you I’ve put together four important steps to help square away your new life together.
Sometimes the smallest acts of kindness can have long-term effects. You never know what doors will open when you help out fellow military families.
Renters insurance covers all the things you own inside a space that you are renting. Whether you’ve had a policy for years, or you’ve never given it a thought, here are the factoids most people don’t know about a renters insurance policy:
The United States military is the finest fighting force in the world, ready to deploy anywhere within 48-hour notice. A combat-ready unit cannot operate without logistics, communications, and of course, family support. While they don’t wear uniforms, military spouses are fundamental in keeping our forces domestic and abroad focused, supported, and ready to go.
Romesha didn’t earn the Medal of Honor by being a hero. He earned it by getting the job done.
The Amphibious Combat Vehicle is coming soon to a motor pool near you.
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There's nothing long with shaking a little booty in the complicated world of international diplomacy.