On this page, we will post stories that are of interest to all veterans.
Six Amazing Facts About the Army Comedy ‘Stripes’
By James Barber The movie comedy “Stripes” turned 40 last year. A popular hit when released in theaters back in 1981, the Bill Murray and John Candy film has become a…
Can Veterans Use Marijuana Without Losing Benefits?
Can Veterans use marijuana for medical or recreational purposes? Will Veterans lose their VA benefits for using marijuana? For more information about VA policies regarding marijuana, visit the link below….
It’s Not Just At Walter Reed
By Paul E. Dillard, National Commander The report by the Navy Times hit like a gut punch. No hot water, A/C or doors with locks for junior troops forced to…
The New ‘Reacher’ Star Loves the Badass Veteran Character as Much as You Do
By James Barber “Reacher” is the latest attempt to take Jack Reacher, the hero from author Lee Child’s beloved series of thriller novels, and translate the character to the screen….
Netflix’s ‘Space Force’ Tries to Find a Reason for America to Believe in ‘Space Force’
By James Barber It’s been almost two years since “Space Force” ended in chaos. That’s season one of the television “Space Force” on Netflix, not the actual military branch (although…
‘SEAL Team’ Lives to Fight Another Day, Will Return for Season 6
By James Barber The military thriller series “SEAL Team” survived its transition from broadcast television to streaming during season five and has earned a renewal for a sixth season from…
GI Bill Pilot Program Protects Against Risky Schools
A six-state pilot program to evaluate risk among schools that accept GI Bill education beneficiaries has “demonstrated that the bipartisan action taken to protect students and taxpayers can and does…
5 Little-Known Facts About R. Lee Ermey, the Military’s Favorite Gunny
By Blake Stilwell Most people know R. Lee Ermey from his role as Gunnery Sergeant Hartman in Stanley Kubrick’s “Full Metal Jacket.” And if you somehow joined the military and never…
Anticipating Boom of Aging Veterans, VA to Expand Care and Services for the Elderly
The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to expand several programs that allow senior veterans to age in their homes or live in home-like settings as alternatives to elder care…
Veterans’ Benefits Claims Surge as VA Looks to Speed Up Process
The Department of Veterans Affairs initiated a pilot project in December to automate part of the process for reviewing benefits claims – a change that the agency says has the…
Inside the Secretive Training US Green Berets Give Troops Who May Face Russia or China
By Stavros Atlamazoglou Read the original article on Business Insider In October, news reports highlighted the presence of U.S. special operators in Taiwan, training their local counterparts on the skills necessary to fend off…
The Second-Oldest Active Ship in the US Navy Is Still Hostage in North Korea
By Blake Stilwell Between 1966 and 1969, the United States was increasingly engaged in South Vietnam, but a few thousands miles away, U.S. troops were still fighting in the previous…
A Guide to Home Repair Grants for Veterans
As a veteran, you’re eligible for great housing benefits in appreciation of your service. In addition to VA home loans and competitive home insurance rates, there are many grants that are available…
Special Podcast Series Focuses on Veteran Suicide
To kick off the third season of the Tango Alpha Lima podcast, The American Legion is focusing attention on identifying solutions for and raising awareness about veteran suicide. This…
12 Military Movies to See in 2022
By James Barber For the third year in a row, we’ve got the same top pick for the year’s most anticipated military movie. Will 2022 be the year when we finally…
