Military Milestones Blog

The American People are so very grateful for the service of our Men and Women in Uniform.  We know the sacrifices that are made by these brave and dedicated folks to protect and preserve the freedoms that we all enjoy.  For the first time in this current war a living person is  to receive his [...]

Having lived for almost 30 years in the State of Washington it is a special place to me.  Many military families retire in the greater Seattle area because of the great military shopping there, medical facilities and other benefits.  Last I counted there was an Army Post, Air Force Base, and several Navy Bases.  It [...]

It is important that military families deal with stresses that can impact relationships within the family.  Where do these families find this help?  When on active duty the Chaplain can be a great source of help and referral to the active duty military family.  If in the Navy or Marine Corp, “The Navy’s Focus, or [...]

The Air Force Space Camp is sponsored by the Air Force Services Agency. The dates July 25-30, for 12 to 18 year olds that qualify at the US Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Ala. There are two age groups (1) ages 12-14 and (2) ages 15-18. This program is open to [...]

Marking the milestones of one’s military career is important for all military personnel. So many important events occur in one’s life while serving in the military. Great friendships are formed and life altering experiences are occurring. Military jewelry keeps those milestones and experiences at the forefront of each persons memories. Whether [...]

The Commander in Afghanistan is hopeful that his troop surge could lead to a negotiated peace with the Taliban. His hope is that Taliban leaders will focus on the future of their country and not the past.
“As a Soldier, my personal beeling is that there’s been enough fighting.” said McChrystal, ” I believe that [...]

College students with disabilities can look to the Air Force for summer work. This program is funded as part of the 2010 workforce recruitment program for college students with disabilities. Students who work in these temporary positions during the summer have their salaries paid by DOD with funding for the program May 15-Sept. [...]

The world can depend on the United States Military when disaster hits. That has been the case with the devastating earthquakes in Haiti. The military has been there to organize the airfield, bring such needed supplies as water, medicines, etc to the people. They are a calming and welcoming source of help [...]

The US Military is delivering 50,000 hand-held radios to Haitian survivors. The DOD expects the radios to arrive later this week. This will help survivors to receive news and important information concerning international relief efforts. The US Forces are working closely with the Haitian government to broadcast public safety messages. The [...]

Some Relief was felt as the US military was taking control of the airport, helping to coordinate flights bringing in aid and evacuating foreigners and the injured. Medical teams set up makeshift hospitals, workers started to clear the streets of bodies and water was being distributed in pockets of the city.
Where ever the United [...]