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Sailors stuck with expensive housing options after Navy shuts down their barracks
The Navy’s newest warship honors Frank Petersen, the Marines’ first Black aviator
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Why a 2-star general who pleaded guilty to sexually abusing his daughter still has a military pension
His daughter said he started abusing her when she was 3 years old.
Military working dog retires to Fort Couch after pristine career
He received the Army Commendation Medal during his retirement ceremony on Sept. 17
Military working dog retires to Fort Couch after pristine career
He received the Army Commendation Medal during his retirement ceremony on Sept. 17
Supreme Court: Military retirees can be court-martialed for crimes committed after service
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the Defense Department's authority to prosecute retired service members for crimes they commit, even after retirement.
Military Retirees And VA Disability Recipients Are Getting Their Biggest Pay Raise Since 2012
Editor’s Note: This article by Gina Harkins originally appeared on Military.com, the premier source of information for the military and veteran community. Military retirees...
Whether You’re In Or Out, Start Planning Your Civilian Retirement Now
Alright, so you’re thinking about your long-term financial security. Maybe you’re tired of making the rounds like a MARPAT-clad Oliver...
Here’s Why The Military’s New Retirement System May Not Be So Bad
The military retirement system has recently been revamped in a big way. Instead of giving retirees the traditional 50% of...
The Navy Is Ending Its Popular Early Retirement Programs
The Navy has announced it would cancel three early separation programs in order to retain sailors and increase the size...
Air Force Adds Bonus For Airmen Who Switch To New Retirement System
Airmen approaching 12 years served who convert to the new Blended Retirement System will be eligible for a continuation pay...
Big Decision On Retirement Pay Looming For Servicemembers
MANAMA, Bahrain — Servicemembers must choose soon whether to keep their retirement plans or enroll in a new plan that...
DoD Plans To Seduce Senior Enlisted With New Retirement Benefits
The military has a retention problem, and Pentagon and branch officials are scrambling to come up with incentives to keep...
Here Are The Best And Worst States For Military Retirees
Retiring from the military presents a whole new set of challenges for service members between finding a second career, considering...
These Are The 5 Best Places To Retire After The Military
When you retire from the military, you regain the long lost freedom to choose where you live. Analysts at the...
What It Feels Like To Walk Away From 20 Years In The Marines
My 20 years in the military are drawing to a close. I don’t feel like a retiree. Most times, I...
