Many Navy Seals have college degrees. One way that paves the road for them is getting credits for their military service. The American Council on Education is considered one of the most influential and visible association for higher education. The ACE represents the degree-granting institutions, which are inclusive of the four year and the two…
Navy SEALS Run Silent, Run Deep
Navy SEALS and Submarines Run Silent Many military veterans and civilians are familiar with Hollywood movies about submarine warfare. Movies like "Run Silent, Run Deep", "The Enemy Below", and "Das Boot" have been indelibly carved into the minds and spirits of submariners as well as civilian movie audiences for decades. However, while they are not…
BUD/S Training Navy SEALs Forgotten Questions
Time and time again, the same Navy SEALs questions are brought to the forefront. What are the age requirements? Can women join the SEALs? How can I get started? These are the common questions that are often times asked by those interested in becoming a SEAL in the near future. Of course, there are other…
A Shinning Moment In Time: Commander Chris Cassidy
Some people are just blessed and this would certainly include Commander Chris Cassidy of York, Maine. Commander Cassidy is an unobtrusive, easy going, humble young man who is headed into outer space as the world's second Navy SEAL to ever launch out of the Earth's atmosphere, following in the legendary footsteps of Capt. William Shepherd,…
Comparing Navy Federal Credit Union
No doubt about it, the Navy Credit Union is one of the leading military banks in America. However, we're going to take a quick look at several more and compare. Here we go! Buckle up! Money matters! While most banks will work with military members for their financial needs, like military loans or credit cards…
Leading Navy Veteran Careers Outside The Community
Ready to live a normal life following the military? Want to have a normal family life? If so here are a few leading Navy veteran jobs on the 'outside' not requiring hand signals? After retiring from the Navy, you may not know what you're going to do with yourself. It's time to find a new…
Navy SEAL Wives Can Get College Credits
One of the most common questions in the mind of Navy armed force members is whether they can share their GI Bill benefits with their family members. The situation is very clear now after the transferability rules have been explained clearly by the DOD or Department of Defense in June 2009. Eligibility criteria for armed…
What Navy Veterans Must Know Before Leaving The Military
Captain Nathan B Nelson is a friend and my guest writer today. Nathan is a retired Captain from the United States Air Force who continues to serve the Active duty military and veteran community through government and nonprofit organizations. I'm beyond honored to have Captain Nathan Nelson whom is immeasurably respected by all that knows…
Attacks Launched On Iraq and Syria
SOUTHWEST ASIA, Dec. 1, 2017 — United States and coalition military forces have continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, conducting 19 strikes consisting of 24 engagements between Nov. 27 and yesterday, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today. Graphic of solider pointing for Operation Inherent Resolve Officials reported…
Taking a Stand For the American Flag
Have you thought about what the American Flag means? What it symbolizes? Have you taught your children the history of the American Flag? Today the flag consists of thirteen horizontal stripes, seven red alternating with 6 white. The stripes represent the original 13 Colonies; the stars represent the 50 states of the Union. The colors…
