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Why Is the American Flag Backward on Military Uniforms?
Why is the American flag backward on military uniforms? A question that is asked more often than you think, why would every solider's uniform be wrong? Though it might look wrong, it is not.
By Stephen Cleary8 years ago in Serve
How To Join the Military Police in the Marine Corps
Joining any branch in the military is an extensive process, from requirements, to training, responsibilities, and more. Do you fit the ideal identity of a military police officer in the Marine Corps? Is this the correct path for you?
By Adrian Scott8 years ago in Serve
Ways to Get an Early Discharge from the Military
There are plenty of ways to earn an early discharge from the military, however, many of these methods are not common, or will earn you a discharge that will remove your good standing with the branch and your service.
By Stephen Cleary8 years ago in Serve
Most Feared War Criminals in the World
The following names might be some of the most notorious criminals of all time, but many of you may never have even heard of them. They're not quite serial killers, or even rapists, but they have proven their ultimate criminality with over decades of wrong-doing and exponentially showcasing evil at the highest degree possible. For these reasons, the following names are not simply the most vilified criminals on the planet, they're among the most feared war criminals ever to walk the earth. Thus, their malicious activities have been regaled as the most diabolical in history.
By Donald Gray8 years ago in Serve
Ways the Army Should Change Up Its Grooming Regulations
These are the top ten ways the Army should change up its grooming regulations, though mostly spoken from a dreamer's state of mind. The regulations are tough to fight, and will often never be altered, but a solider can dream, can't he?
By Adrian Scott8 years ago in Serve
Famous People You Didn't Know Were Marines
Anyone with dedication, courage, and immense passion can enlist in the Marine Corps. While it's the toughest branch out of the US Armed Forces, many people who enlist believe that they're more suited for this branch. With a lot of responsibilities, tasks, and difficult Marine Corps training, you'd never believe the type of Marines that served for the country.
By Jennifer Violet8 years ago in Serve
Most Popular Military Cadences of All Time
Military cadences are a piece of history that describes deployed life to a tee. Still used today, cadences are calls and songs used during drills, marches, and ceremonies. As a way to focus, use expression, and promote unity, the call-and-response songs are sung by military personnel, and are often referred to as Jodies, or Jody calls.
By Adrian Scott8 years ago in Serve
The Reasons Soldiers Hate on the Marines Will Shock You
All of the United States Armed Forces are there to protect and serve the country. Through battles and wars, these individuals who are enlisted in the United States Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, or Coast Guard are brave enough to fight and defend their freedom as a citizen of America. They risk their lives in battle in order for our country to conquer a battle. And as for us, citizens of America, we respect and appreciate what these brave individuals do for our country, given how much risk and courage it takes for them to go out there and defend our country. And while the Armed Forces are basically a team, the US Army hates the Marine Corps, believe it or not.
By C.C. Curtis8 years ago in Serve
Military Wife Life
The morning of my husband's deployment wasn't like any other morning. The house was filled with sadness as we prepared for that night where we would say see you later and give our last kiss for nine months. As the time approached, our emotions only grew stronger. My husband, being the strong gentleman he is, showed no sadness and shed no tears cause he knew he would see me again sometime soon. I, on the other hand, was a mess. At the age of 19, I had no idea I would be married to a soldier and preparing to face my first deployment. I had no idea what was in store for the next nine months. Fear raced over my body as my husband left my arms to go to the buses. Tears streamed down my face as I watched him wave goodbye and blow me a kiss. I watched the buses roll away and my friend and I hugged each other and walked to our cars.
By Brooke Clarke8 years ago in Serve
Arts in the Armed Forces: Setting the Stage in Service of Our Defenses
Bringing theatrical entertainment to the military and its myriad of families worldwide, Arts in the Armed Forces is a nonprofit organization that seeks to join two seemingly separate communities on one global stage. Founded by Adam Driver back in 2008, AITAF's goal maintains a dressing room full of core principles and tools that drive this theme of fusing military with the arts. They utilize broad strokes in playwriting, casting, and performance to paint a masterful work onstage that fights for the men and women who, themselves, fight for this very country.
By Ryan Epps8 years ago in Serve
Books Recommended by the US Military for Aspiring Soldiers
Joining the military and becoming a good soldier is about more than just being physically fit and tough. The military also wants their soldiers to be intelligent and well versed in military history. There are many books recommended by the US military, from military tactics to tellings of any war in American history. These are ten books recommended by the US military.
By Kevin Simpson8 years ago in Serve
Questions to Ask Before Joining the Air Force
When thinking about what military branch to enlist in, many people tend to overlook the Air Force. There are a few reasons for this, chief among them being the lack of all time great war movies dealing with the Air Force— no, Top Gun isn't considered great by rational people. Hollywood aside, the Air Force has some of our most important service members, as the air is equal to the ground and seas in terms of strategic warfare, and often they work in concert.
By Jake Pine8 years ago in Serve