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10 Things You Should Never Say to a Veteran
In the United States, there are over two million military services members including active and reserve forces, but there are more than twentymillion living veterans, with the oldest among them having served in World War II. Many of these veterans were conscripted, but most volunteered to serve their country. All of them are equally deserving of our thanks as a nation. While many retired service members appreciate gestures of gratefulness, many people cross the line with inappropriate questions or misguided statements that can offend the men and women who served our country. If you want to avoid making them feel guilty or uncomfortable, here are some things you should never say to a veteran.
Joseph D. N. KendrickPublished 6 years ago in ServeJobs for Military Veterans Without Degrees
Finding jobs for military veterans without degrees may seem like a difficult task, but there are many jobs available for veterans transitioning back to civilian life without a bachelor’s degree out there. Many of these are high paying jobs that will benefit from an applicant who has military experience. The specialized job training that veterans have obtained from their previous roles in the military can be largely beneficial to most any career path. Here are some of the top jobs veterans without a formal education to take on, and the tasks, qualifications, and salaries that each job requires and/or provides.
Morgan E. WestlingPublished 6 years ago in Serve10 Military Bases More Secret Than Area 51
If you ask most conspiracy theorists, Area 51 is one of the most secretive places in the United States. If you listen to the rumors, an alien spaceship crash landed here in the 1940s, and military personnel did autopsies on the bodies of the aliens that were recovered from the crash site.
Rowan MarleyPublished 6 years ago in ServeVeteran Family Benefits You Should Know About
If you are someone who counts on veteran family benefits, you should pay close attention to the current political atmosphere and make sure you're aware of any changes made to the options available to you. There are many resources for veterans returning home, and family members of disabled and deceased veterans have many types of support services available to them as well, and while some are very familiar, others are lesser known. We are going to do a brief review of many of these issues to help you make the very most of your veteran family benefits, whether your loved one served in the Marine Corps, Army, Navy, Air Force, or other Armed Services.
Nathaniel Channing IIIPublished 6 years ago in ServeTax Tips for Military Personnel
Military life can be complicated, and so can handling finances in the military, including your taxes. But by understanding items like your gross income, moving expenses, and other miscellaneous deductions, you can make filing your return easier.
Brian McCannPublished 6 years ago in ServeMust Read Military Leader Biographies
An unfortunate truth is that war has existed since the dawn of mankind. For all the destruction it inevitably causes, war has revealed some truly brilliant minds and larger-than-life figures in the history of the world. This list of military leader biographies provides a brief look at some of the greatest and most terrible generals, emperors, and conquerors in recorded history.
Joseph D. N. KendrickPublished 6 years ago in ServeBest Military Science Fiction Books of All Time
Military life has inspired a lot of media in its time. All of the best war movies, the best anti-war movies, and the best Navy SEAL movies were made possible because writers and directors got inspired by the intricacies, drama, and content that came with modern military life.
Iggy PaulsenPublished 6 years ago in ServeBest Military Movies on Netflix You Should Watch
Ah, military movies. There's something decidedly patriotic and thrilling about watching heroes in the military. Netflix, everyone's favorite streaming service, is already aware of this. That's why they regularly allow users to stream many of the best war movies ever made.
Buddy BrownPublished 6 years ago in ServeBest Tactical Belts That Keep You from Losing Your Stuff
Belts are important for most situations. I need a belt just to keep my pants from falling down, let alone for when I'm on a rescue mission or in the field. Belts are important for most service members due to their reliability to hold items that could potentially save your life. Tactical belts are just as important as other military accessories because of their ability to hold flashlights, water, or weapons around your waist.
Rob GordonPublished 6 years ago in ServeBest Tactical Flashlights Under $50
It may surprise a lot of people, but flashlights are capable of quite a few things these days. Thanks to technology, a host of cool, new features are available for high-end flashlights. Being one of the most popular and tactical pieces of defense equipment, almost all active service members have a flashlight and almost all end up using them at one point or another.
Brayden SimmonsPublished 6 years ago in ServeHow To Stay Connected with Your Military Wife While Deployed
Being in a military marriage is far more stressful than a typical marriage. Along with the stressors of everyday life, whether you are in the army on a domestic base or deployed in the air force in Germany, military spouses have to cope with the very real possibility of deployment. When your partner is deployed, a whole new category of problems typically arise in military relationships.
[ENCLOSED]Published 6 years ago in Serve2018's Top 9 Credit Cards for Military Members & Perks That Come With Them
When you join the Navy, or decide to join any other part of the US Armed Forces, it's safe to say that you will have a lot of perks coming your way. Even if you're not getting paid like a Navy SEAL, you'll still have tons of respect, lodging vouchers, healthcare, and more headed your way.
Ossiana TepfenhartPublished 6 years ago in Serve