U.S. Naval Academy Honors Class of 1978
Posted at 8:46 am | Category: veterans articles
Earlier this month, Lin and I were invited by an old friend of Veterans Advantage to a U.S. Naval Academy Retirement Ceremony. But it wasn’t your typical retirement party; it honored nearly 40 members of the USNA’s Class of 1978, who have given 30 years of service to our country, and their families.
Some hope it’s [...]
New GI Bill Gets House Approval
Posted at 7:45 am | Category: News, veterans articles
As reported here first on June 10, the House of Representatives passed funding for the new GI Bill, while also allowing for the benefits to be transferred to family members. The new GI Bill essentially would guarantee a full scholarship at any in-state public university, along with a monthly housing stipend, for people [...]
Never Leave a Marine Behind
Posted at 2:43 am | Category: veterans articles
Honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice is an apolitical gesture that we all should recognize in our own way. The release of “Final Salute: A Story of Unfinished Lives” chronicles in large part the story of Marine Major Steve Beck, a “casualty assistance calls officer” who specializes in helping the bereaved.
The book illustrates the [...]
GI Bill Debate — and How Effects Your Wallet
Posted at 1:50 am | Category: News, veterans articles
We found some very interesting data in a nationwide poll of our members: 55% of Veterans Advantage members approve of Virginia Senator Jim Webb’s proposed upgrade of educational benefits for the military, otherwise known as the GI Bill. Its being positioned as an expansive upgrade, $52 billion worth.
Meanwhile 45% of Veterans Advantage members surveyed support [...]
Father’s Day & D-Day–Remember To Thank Them
Posted at 1:45 am | Category: veterans articles
With Father’s Day less than two weeks away, we wanted to acknowledge the dads among our members here in the States– and those who are thousands of miles away from family and facing the dangers of a war zone. We honor you and will continue doing our best to generate the recognition, respect and rewards [...]