by admin | Jan 18, 2017 | Articles, Blog, Veterans Life, Veterans News
Department of Defense Requesting Biodegradable Ammunition – Due to the large amount of ammunition that is used by the US military, the Department of Defense (DoD) is requesting an alternative that is environmentally friendly to cut down on waste. The ammo would... by admin | Nov 23, 2016 | Articles, Blog, Veterans News
Pentagon Allows Recruiters to Carry Concealed Handguns – According to a recent Defense Department directive effective Nov. 18, U.S. military personnel can request to carry concealed handguns for personal protection at government facilities. The policy also... by admin | Oct 18, 2016 | Articles, Blog, Veterans News
MORE TROOPS SENT TO IRAQ The Department of Defense is sending 615 more U.S. troops to Iraq to aid government forces oust ISIS from the city of Mosul. To date there are 4,647 U.S. soldiers stationed in Iraq. “In April, more than 200 troops, including additional special... by admin | Aug 25, 2016 | Articles, Blog
US Justice Department Phasing Out Private Prisons – Citing safety concerns, the United States will be allowing contracts with 13 private prisons to expire over the next 5 years. Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates stated, “They do not save substantially on... by admin | Oct 7, 2015 | Blog
During a hearing on Capitol Hill this past Tuesday, senators stated the the US Department of Veterans Affairs must learn how to favor veterans when deciding to approve claims for illnesses and diseases related to environmental exposures and contaminations. Service... by admin | Sep 4, 2015 | Blog
An investigation held by the Department of Veterans Affairs has revealed that the death of a former Marine was caused by staff failing to properly prescribe medications and providing the improper medical response when the patient was found unresponsive. The veteran,...