31 Presidents That Served In The Military (& 15 That Didn’t)
Of the 46 U.S. Presidents to date, 31 served in the U.S. military and 15 had no prior military service. The American President holds the position of Commander-In-Chief, as stipulated by the U.S. Constitution to ensure civilian control of the Armed Forces. Therefore, military service and/or background is not a prerequisite or Constitutional requirement for Read More…
Army OPAT Test Standards For 2022 (+5 Things To Know)
Basic training is the first step to joining the U.S. Army after enlistment. The training introduces new recruits to the culture of the Army along with a series of physical fitness requirements. Unfortunately, in the past, some recruits have struggled to meet the requirements of basic training. As a result, the U.S. Army introduced the Read More…
Navy Reserve Pay for 2022
The United States Navy Reserve is an important reserve component (RC) of the military. Members of the Navy Reserve are enrolled in different divisions including Full-Time Support (FTS) and Selected Reserve (SELRES). Reservists are required to perform drills a minimum of one weekend per month, and two weeks per year of active duty training. Your Read More…
Space Force Ranks In Order (Enlisted & Officer)
The United States Space Force is the sixth and newest branch of the U.S. military. Space Force members are called guardians, and they are responsible for facilitating global space exploration operations as well as protecting and defending American interests in space. Organized under the Department of the Air Force, the Space Force’s ranks are similar Read More…
5 Ways To Find A Marine By Name In 2022
The Marine Corps is the smallest branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. Though this branch is made up of fewer individuals, members of the Marine Corps take well-deserved pride in their motto Semper Fidelis, or “Semper Fi,” meaning always faithful. Of course, with time and distance, it’s common for Marines who have lost touch with Read More…
USMC Tattoo Policy Changes For 2022 & 2022 (15 Things To Know)
The USMC wants to ensure that they get the right people to fill its ranks and remove unnecessary barriers that prevent them from joining or being retained. On October 29, 2021, the commandant of the Marine Corps released Marine Corps Bulletin 1020, which made several significant changes to the current tattoo policy that was published Read More…
Coast Guard Boot Camp Graduation Dates For 2022
Coast Guard Graduation is an exciting time for new trainees and their families to celebrate all that they have achieved at their time in training. At this time, due to COVID-19, graduations have been closed to the public, but can still be viewed via the Coast Guard’s Facebook page. In the event the base opens Read More…
6 Best Peptides For Healing, Recovery, & Repair
There are more turning to peptides for healing, recovery, and repair when it comes to critical injuries and wounds. Physical injuries like muscle strains, tendon and ligament tears, and inflammation set you back at the gym. They prevent you from reaching your fitness goals and reverse all the hard-earned progress you’ve already accomplished. As a Read More…
6 Best Peptides For Healing, Recovery, & Repair
There are more turning to peptides for healing, recovery, and repair when it comes to critical injuries and wounds. Physical injuries like muscle strains, tendon and ligament tears, and inflammation set you back at the gym. They prevent you from reaching your fitness goals and reverse all the hard-earned progress you’ve already accomplished. As a Read More…
12 Best Reflex Sights For 2022 (AR 15’s, Pistols, & Shotguns)
Reflex sights are a great way to improve your accuracy and precision, whether in close quarters or at a long distance. It is important to note that a reflex sight can go a long way to improve your shot group, but it will not fix bad habits or form. What Makes a Good Reflex Sight? Read More…
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