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Happy 242nd Birthday United States Marine Corps
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Tagged 2017, 242nd Birthday, November 10, United States Marine Corps
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INFORMATION for VETERANS
Click HERE to request Veterans Military Service Records online, by FAX or by mail (Don’t forget a DD215 is an addition/correction to your DD214 Discharge Summary. Be sure to request both a copy of your DD214 and DD215, if applicable). Click HERE to replace … Continue reading
When Do We Finally Put an End to the Never Ending Bulls**t?
Opinion: Patricia L Johnson All along I’ve considered the Republican attacks on former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton to be nothing more than another opportunity to tarnish the reputation of the former secretary simply due to the fact … Continue reading
Posted in 2016 Elections, Government, History, Iraq War, Iraq, War, National Intelligence, New and Politics, U.S. Military, War
Tagged 9/11, Benghazi, OEF, OIF, Operation Enduring Freedomg, Operation Iraqi Freedom, President George W. Bush, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, State Department e-mails, U.S. Casualties
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Statement from the Justice Department on the Criminal Charges Against David Petraeus
JUSTICE NEWS Department of Justice Office of Public Affairs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, March 3, 2015 Statement from the Justice Department on the Criminal Charges Against David Petraeus Justice Department Spokesman Marc Raimondi released the following statement Tuesday: “Three documents … Continue reading
Defense.gov News Release: Statement by Pentagon Press Secretary Rear Adm. John Kirby on ISIL Leadership Killed
Defense.gov News Release: Statement by Pentagon Press Secretary Rear Adm. John Kirby on ISIL Leadership Killed.
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Tagged ISIL Leadership, Islamic State, Pentagon, Sec. Rear Adm. John Kirby
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Happy 239th Birthday United States Marine Corps – November 10, 2014
Official United States Marine Corps Photo 141028-M-ST621-370.JPG Photo By: Sgt. Emmanuel Ramos By Patricia L Johnson The United States Marine Corps was born on November 10, 1775 when the Second Continental Congress provided legislation for “two Battalions of Marines”. The … Continue reading
“Anchor’s Aweigh”– Happy Birthday United States Navy
By Patricia L Johnson October 13, 2014 will be the 239th birthday of the United States Navy. Click to listen to Anchors Aweigh played by the U.S. Navy Band. Do you know what the words ‘Anchors Aweigh’ means? A ships … Continue reading
A letter from Islamabad
Administrator Note: The attached article posted October 5, 2014 in Gulf Daily News provides us a brief look into the the thoughts of at least one person on the other side of the ocean, about the recently signed Bilateral Security Agreement (BSA) … Continue reading
Birth Certificate – United States Navy
By Patricia L Johnson The United States Navy will be celebrating its 239th birthday on October 13, 2014. Please be sure to wish any current Navy personnel and all Navy Veterans a Happy Day when the 13th rolls around. … Continue reading
Our United States Navy
By Patricia L Johnson The United States Navy will be celebrating its 239th birthday on October 13, 2014. Please be sure to wish any current Navy personnel and all Navy Veterans a Happy Day when the 13th rolls around. The … Continue reading
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Tagged aircraft carriers, amphibious assault ships, Articles and Answers 2014, cruisers, destroyers, frigates, littoral combat ships, Patricia L Johnson, President George Washington, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, submarines, U.S. Navy, USS Nimitz (CVN68)
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Statement by the President on the Signing of the Bilateral Security Agreement and NATO Status of Forces Agreement in Afghanistan | The White House
Statement by the President on the Signing of the Bilateral Security Agreement and NATO Status of Forces Agreement in Afghanistan | The White House.
Al-Qaeda’s Syria franchise Al-Nusra threatens reprisals for US-led air strikes
Al-Qaeda’s Syria franchise Al-Nusra threatens reprisals for US-led air strikes.
What Does Religious Liberty Mean to You?
Opinion: Patricia L Johnson The first day of the annual Values Voter Summit began on Friday, September 26, 2014 with leading Republicans getting together to speak at a gathering of evangelical conservatives. Their theme for the day was ‘Religious … Continue reading
Posted in Elections 2014, Employment, Government, International, News and politics, Safety and Security, U.S. Military, War
Tagged Conservatism, First Amendment, former Governor Mike Huckabee, former Senator Rick Santorum. American values, Gov. Bobby Jindal, Israel, life, marriage, Middle-East, Palestine, Religious liberty, Sen. Rand Paul, Sen. Ted Cruz, U.S. Constitution, Values Voter Summit
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Transcript: President Obama’s Speech on Combating ISIS – CNN.com
Transcript: President Obama’s Speech on Combating ISIS – CNN.com.
FACT SHEET: Strategy to Counter the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) | The White House
FACT SHEET: Strategy to Counter the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) | The White House.
Posted in Government, Iraq War, News and politics, U.S. Military
Tagged Iraq, ISIL, ISIS, Islamic State, Syria, Terrorists
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Statement by the Press Secretary on the Death of Ahmed Godane | The White House
Statement by the Press Secretary on the Death of Ahmed Godane | The White House.
Posted in Government, News and politics, Safety and Security, U.S. Military, War
Tagged Ahmed Godane, al-Qaeda, al-Shabaab, Press Secretary, Somalia, The White House
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CONGRATULATIONS to ALL SAILORS!
This morning the U.S. Navy, Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs, released the names of the Active Duty, Reserve and FTS Petty Officer Advancement Results of more than 21,000 Sailors selected for advancement as follows: Click here for Active … Continue reading
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Tagged Active Duty, Congratulations, FTS Petty Officer Advancement, Reserves, Results, U.S. Navy
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November 10, 2013 – HAPPY 238TH BIRTHDAY UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
If you are unable to open the links in the image, you may go directly to the Military.com website and/or copy the following links into your browser: History of Marine Corps http://www.military.com/marine-corps-birthday Marine Corps Slide Show http://www.military.com/marine-corps-birthday-slideshow/2012/
U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence
U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence.
Attention Veterans – New Ruling Effective July 29, 2013 on your access to Department of Veterans Affairs Records
Federal Register, Volume 78 Issue 145 (Monday, July 29, 2013). Note from: Administrator Effective Monday, July 29, 2013, Veterans will be able to access VA records previously withheld. Until now, VA personnel have had the final say on whether or … Continue reading
Please keep her safe
Posted in News and politics, U.S. Military, War
Tagged 2013, Gina, July 6, Middle-East, Prayers, tour of duty, U.S. Army, War
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In the Know – Department of Veterans Affairs – Vet Centers
By Patricia L Johnson Are you a combat Veteran? Did you serve in a combat zone? Are you a family member of a Veteran that served in a combat zone? Do you need readjustment counseling? Help is available to both … Continue reading
Posted in Health and wellness, Health, Uninsured, Iraq War, U.S. Military, War
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U.S. to lift ban on women in front-line combat jobs | Reuters
U.S. to lift ban on women in front-line combat jobs | Reuters.
Benghazi: The Attacks and the Lessons Learned – Secretary of State Clinton’s Testimony 01-23-2013
Benghazi: The Attacks and the Lessons Learned.
Reflections on Two Grains of Rice
Opinion by Patricia L Johnson Senator Lindsey Graham [R-SC] and Senator John McCain [R-AZ] have several things in common. They are both long-term members of the United States Senate, they are both members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, they … Continue reading
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Transcript And Audio: Vice Presidential Debate : NPR
Transcript And Audio: Vice Presidential Debate : NPR.
Outside Spending for 2012 Election
Outside Spending | OpenSecrets.
Thoughts for the Day – March 12, 2012
By Patricia L Johnson Keystone XL Pipeline The economy and jobs is the number one issue on the administration and the minds of voters. Does it really make any sense that the POTUS would delay the Keystone XL project without … Continue reading
2011 Veteran’s Day Free Meals and Discounts
2011 Veteran’s Day Free Meals and Discounts.
Navy.mil the Official Web Site of the United States Navy – News September 12, 2011
Navy.mil the Official Web Site of the United States Navy.
Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Army Casualty – September 12
Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Army Casualty.
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Tagged Army Casualty, Department of Defense, September 12
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Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Army Casualty – September 12
Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Army Casualty.
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Tagged Army Casualty, Department of Defense, September 12
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Defense.gov: Contracts for Monday, September 12, 2011
Defense.gov: Contracts for Monday, September 12, 2011.
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Tagged Contracts, Department of Defense, September 12
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Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Army Casualty – September 12
Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Army Casualty.
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Tagged Army Casualty, Department of Defense
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The Associated Press: Clinton: Kabul attackers will be dealt with
The Associated Press: Clinton: Kabul attackers will be dealt with.
Posted in Government, International, News and politics, Safety and Security, U.S. Military, War
Tagged Afghanistan, NATO, September 13 attack, Taliban, U.S. Embassy
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Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Navy Casualty – September 11
Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Navy Casualty.
Posted in Government, International, News and politics, U.S. Military, War
Tagged Department of Defense, Navy Casualty, September 11
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Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Army Casualties – September 9
Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Army Casualties.
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Tagged Army Casualties, Department of Defense, September 9
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Defense.gov: Contracts for Friday, September 09, 2011
Defense.gov: Contracts for Friday, September 09, 2011.
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Tagged Contracts, Department of Defense, September 9
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Vets Worry About Future of New GI Bill
Vets Worry About Future of New GI Bill. In 2009, riding a wave of pro-military sentiment, several influential veterans groups convinced a few strong voices in the Senate to sponsor legislation that ultimately became the Post-9/11 GI Bill, the most … Continue reading
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Tagged GI Bill, Military.com, Veterans
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Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Unit for Upcoming Afghanistan Rotation
Defense.gov News Release: DOD Identifies Unit for Upcoming Afghanistan Rotation.
Defense.gov: Contracts for Thursday, September 08, 2011
Defense.gov: Contracts for Thursday, September 08, 2011.
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VA Announces Expansion of Virtual Lifetime Electronic Record – Public and Intergovernmental Affairs
VA Announces Expansion of Virtual Lifetime Electronic Record – Public and Intergovernmental Affairs.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Analyzing Financial Products Tailored to Servicemembers
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Analyzing Financial Products Tailored to Servicemembers.
Defense.gov News Release: USS New York to be in NYC to Commemorate 9/11
http://www.defense.gov/releases/release.aspx?releaseid=14770 “With the steel from the World Trade Center in her bow, the USS New York represents a powerful symbol of the deeply personal connection that New Yorkers have with our military and is a symbol of the courage and … Continue reading
VA’s Telephone Service Helps Family Members with “Coaching into Care” program
Encourage Veterans to Seek Medical Care WASHINGTON (September 6, 2011) – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has launched a telephone service, Coaching into Care, to provide assistance to family members and friends trying to encourage their Veteran to seek … Continue reading
TR Sailors Honor Fallen SEALs
TR Sailors Honor Fallen SEALs.
Defense.gov: Contracts for Thursday, September 01, 2011
Defense.gov: Contracts for Thursday, September 01, 2011.
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Tagged Contracts, Department of Defense, September 1
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Blue Angels to Soar on Biofuel During Labor Day Weekend Air Show
Blue Angels to Soar on Biofuel During Labor Day Weekend Air Show.
Defense.gov: Contracts for Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Defense.gov: Contracts for Wednesday, August 31, 2011.
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Tagged 2011, August 31, Contracts, Department of Defense
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Combat Pants Rushed to Afghanistan
Combat Pants Rushed to Afghanistan.
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Tagged Afghanistan, combat uniform, Rush, U.S. Army
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Defense.gov News Release: National Guard (In Federal Status) and Reserve Activated as of August 30, 2011
Defense.gov News Release: National Guard (In Federal Status) and Reserve Activated as of August 30, 2011.
VA Launches Open Source Custodian – Public and Intergovernmental Affairs
VA Launches Open Source Custodian – Public and Intergovernmental Affairs. WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today announced it has completed an important milestone on its joint path with the Department of Defense (DoD) to create a single electronic health … Continue reading
Department of Defense Contracts – August 30, 2011
Contracts for August 30, 2011 08/30/2011 05:07 PM CDT
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The Navy’s Energy Efficiency Technology Validation (Techval) program
Navy Program Employs Innovative Energy to Save Lighting Costs, Energy at USMC Base The Navy’s Energy Efficiency Technology Validation (Techval) program completed the retrofit of an entire building with light-emitting diode (LED) lighting at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center … Continue reading
Defense.gov: Contracts for Monday, August 29, 2011
Defense.gov: Contracts for Monday, August 29, 2011.
Posted in Economy, News and politics, U.S. Military
Tagged AM General LLC, American Ordnance LLC, August 29, Contracts, Day & Zimmerman, Department of Defense, EADS North American Defense, ECC International Constructors LLC, Federal Prison Industries, Freitas Construction, General Dynamics, Sikorsky Aircraft, Woodlawn Mfg.
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August is Deadliest Month for US in Afghanistan
August is Deadliest Month for US in Afghanistan.
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Tagged 66 dead, Afghanistan, August 2011 deadliest month, US Troops
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Atiyah Abd al-Rahman, Qaeda No. 2, Is Said to Be Dead – NYTimes.com
Atiyah Abd al-Rahman, Qaeda No. 2, Is Said to Be Dead – NYTimes.com.
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Tagged al-Qaeda, Atiyah Abd al-Rahman, dead, NY Times, Second in command
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Department of Defense Contracts for August 26, 2011
Contracts for August 26, 2011.
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Tagged August 26, Contracts, Department of Defense
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DOD Identifies Unit for Upcoming Afghanistan Rotation
DOD Identifies Unit for Upcoming Afghanistan Rotation. The Department of Defense announced today a unit to deploy as part of the upcoming rotation of forces operating in Afghanistan. The announcement involves one brigade combat team totaling about 3,200 soldiers. … Continue reading
National Guard (In Federal Status) and Reserve Activated as of August 23, 2011
National Guard (In Federal Status) and Reserve Activated as of August 23, 2011.
Defense Department Prepares in Advance of Hurricane Irene
Defense Department Prepares in Advance of Hurricane Irene.
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Tagged Department of Defense, Hurricane Irene, preparations
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Department of Defense Contracts for August 24, 2011
Contracts for August 24, 2011.
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Tagged August 24, Contracts, Department of Defense
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DOD Report Military and Security Developments Involving the People’s Republic of China 2011
Department of Defense Annual Report to Congress Military and Security Developments Involving the People’s Republic of China 2011 http://www.defense.gov/pubs/pdfs/2011_CMPR_Final.pdf Requires PDF Viewer http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions/
Unprecedented tragedy devastates NSW community
Unprecedented tragedy devastates NSW community ‘It’s the worst day in our history by a mile’ By Sean D. Naylor – Staff writer Posted : Saturday Aug 6, 2011 18:44:31 EDT The naval special warfare community was reeling in what one … Continue reading
AND SO IT BEGAN…
By Patricia L Johnson Following is a brief history of how Operation Desert Shield began from the History Channel. What’s interesting to note is the fact Iraq invaded Kuwait on August 2, 1990 and Operation Desert Shield was begun five … Continue reading
DDG 84 – THANK YOU FOR A JOB WELL DONE AND WELCOME HOME!
U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jared M. King/Released
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Tagged DDG 84, Enterprise Group, July 15, USS Bulkeley, Welcome Home
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Summary of Misleading Facts from FactCheck.org on GOP Debate
“Summary In the first New Hampshire debate among 2012 presidential hopefuls, we found a number of incorrect, misleading or shaky factual claims: Pawlenty was wrong when he boasted that he was “one of the few governors” to respond to a … Continue reading
Joint Coalition Forces Rescue Pakistani Fishermen
“ARABIAN SEA – Guided-missile destroyer USS Hopper (DDG 70) assisted the crew of Pakistani flagged fishing vessel Al Sohail. Al Sohail was adrift with no communications and little food or water after having lost power. Unable to send a distress … Continue reading
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