
"Shellbacks" in the Navy & the "Crossing The Line" Ceremony
Discover the history and details of the Navy's legendary Shellback tradition and the Crossing the Line ceremony. Learn what makes this ritual so meaningful.
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Discover the history and details of the Navy's legendary Shellback tradition and the Crossing the Line ceremony. Learn what makes this ritual so meaningful.
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U.S. Postal Inspection Service, AARP and Veterans Affairs Privacy Service have joined forces to help veterans avoid being scammed of their money, their identity or their benefits. Operation Protect Veterans...
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John Podlaski originally intended his website to help market his fictionalized memoir, Cherries: A Vietnam War Story. It has since grown into an amplifier for stories that still need to...
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The book Sacrifice Remembered is the result of two years of research. Schwind brings together the stories of service members from the Army, Army Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast...
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Transitioning from military to civilian life often takes people in unexpected directions; for one former U.S. Navy aviation electronics technician, post-service life has included spending time as a zombie, an...
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The Department of Veterans Affairs will soon provide COVID-19 vaccinations to all veterans, their spouses and caregivers regardless of whether or not they receive their healthcare through the VA.
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How to wear military medals and ribbons while in uniform is ordinarily covered by the regulations of each branch of service. However, here are a few tips on what to...
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According to the Defense Department, in July 1916, the U.S. Army required two dog tags be issued to all military personnel. The first tag was to remain with the body,...
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Everybody loves a good war story and for decades myths have revolved around how dog tags were shoved into soldiers' mouths to help gases escape from the dead body and...
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Part of understanding how to read WWII dog tags is knowing that dog tags during this period evolved and had several iterations starting in 1940. The first edition of WWII...
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The Silver Star is the third-highest award for valor in combat presented by the United States to members of the U.S. military. The award is given for gallantry in action against an...
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The e-mail also recommended to the recipient that they not only wear red for RED Fridays (RED is an acronym that means Remember Everyone Deployed), but that they circulate the e-mail and...
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As you pursue your military service don’t lose sight of the fact that your goals can complement your military service. Remember, being in the military is not about you. You...
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Compassionate Contact Corps is a volunteer-driven program providing constructive engagement while keeping the veteran and the volunteers safely socially distanced.
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Some people are good with their hands and some can barely use a screwdriver. There are those who are more comfortable than others when it comes to creating crafts or...
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For individuals who pursue military careers, basic training, known in the ranks by various unofficial titles such as boot camp, BMT, BCT, and basic, is the entry-level military training program...
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The Purple Heart is also an award that military personnel are automatically entitled to if they meet the criteria. A wounded or killed service member is not recommended for the...
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Army vs Marines. The two branches have similar missions, but they are vastly different cultures. We take a look at how the size of these organizations can help you make...
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In the early 1900s the U.S. military wanted to make it easier for their personnel to wear awards and decorations on their duty uniforms, so the ribbon rack was created....
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Many believe that the Badge of Military Merit, later known as the Purple Heart, was the first U.S. military medal ever awarded. Think again. Here's a brief history of U.S....
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What is stolen valor? The definition of stolen valor is when a person claims they have served in the military, or they embellish their rank or fraudulently claim that they were...
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There are 365 days in a year and every day is full of rich, American military history. There is a lot to choose from so USAMM has picked the beginning,...
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Women have served in the military since before their was a nation and that legacy paved the way for women today who serve proudly in all branches of the military...
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Here’s USAMM’s list of elite military units that might help you decide what is the most elite military unit in the U.S.?
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There are numerous medals a member of the U.S. Army can earn during their military service. Usually most will earn the Army Commendation or Achievement medal, maybe even a Meritorious...
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Why do people join the Army? Patriotism used to be an overwhelming response by many soldiers, but more and more these days the Army is finding many of its soldiers...
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Military museums are without a doubt one of the best places to visit if you’re a military history buff. If you’re a history buff who is a parent, the value...
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The Army Service Ribbon, also known as the ASR in the Army’s vernacular, is the most basic Army ribbon a member of the U.S. Army can earn. According to the Federal Register,...
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The Army Commendation Medal is awarded to any servicemember of the armed forces of the United States who, while serving in any capacity with the U.S. Army after 6 December...
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Every year on November 10th, Marines all over the world, regardless of where they are at, recognize the birthday of their beloved Corps which was founded n 1775.
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In 1970, the U.S. Coast Guard decided to break ranks and design its own, unique military uniforms. They are unmistakable to this day.
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Americans are a left-to-right kind of population. It is engrained in our heads from childhood. We read and write, left to right. Tell a group to line up, and they...
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U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Lewis “Chesty” Burwell Puller was a born fighter and he saw expeditionary service in Nicaragua, Haiti and China, and fought in World War II and...
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We’ve taken a look at the multitude of strategies out there and have come up with USAMM’s top five list that answers the question, what is the most effective military...
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Here’s USAMM’s list of U.S. presidents who served in the military. Some almost died in battle, others were wounded multiple times and some even retired from military service before becoming...
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An Armed Forces Service Medal veteran is defined as a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a U.S....
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The Sig Sauer P226 for more than three decades has been carried into battle by Navy SEALs to places like Panama, Somalia, Haiti, the Balkans, Iraq, Afghanistan and Syria. Here's why...
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Women have made considerable strides in the U.S. military in the past few decades gaining access to once male-only occupational specialties, but more than 200 years ago, women serving in...
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Once a military member hangs up his or her boots, many veterans capture and preserve their military service by creating a shadow box or having one ordered. Shadow boxes capture...
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Since 1924, U.S. Coast Guard personnel have descended on Grand Haven, Michigan, affectionately known as “Coast Guard City, USA,” to participate in the U.S. Coast Guard Festival that honors the...
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The National Guard turns 384 years old on December 13 celebrating the service and sacrifices made by its men and women in communities, states, territories and around the world. The National...
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The Armed Forces Medley, sometimes known as the Armed Forces Salute, is the collection of the official songs of the six military uniformed services of the United States performed in...
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If you’re a Marine or just a big fan of Marines, here’s some information to help you recognize their major milestones over the course of American history. November 10, 1775:...
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Whether they are sports legends, movie stars, artists, or musicians, there are numerous celebrities who served in the military and have worn the uniform. Some of these celebrities who served in...
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The Army National Guard logo which has been used since the 1950s does not resonate with Americans, according to a Army marketing study. The revered Minuteman logo has since been replaced....
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For 45 years the United States spied on its enemies during the Cold War. Today, more than 100 men are still missing in action from those missions and they will...
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Two U.S. Coast Guardsmen earned the Distinguished Flying Cross and two others the Air Medal after a daring nocturnal mountainside rescue during the 2019 California wildfires.
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The Army has started issuing its newest uniform, the AGSU, to recruiting students at Fort Knox. Sales for other soldiers who would like to buy them began July 10.
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The U.S. Coast Guard celebrates 230 years of service to the nation August 4 and today, like most days, they will be busy impacting the lives of Americans through their...
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