Rob V. is the founder of OperationMilitaryKids.org. While he never actually served in the US Military, he has a passion for writing about military related topics.
Born and raised in Woodbridge, NJ, he graduated from the New Jersey Institute Of Technology with an MBA in eCommerce. His hobbies include beach volleyball, target shooting, and lifting.
Rob is also a Commercially rated pilot and Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), with over 1,500 hours of flight time.
Birth Control Glasses, better known as BCGs, are the infamous black-rimmed, thick-lensed glasses the military issues to recruits who need vision correction.
They earned their nickname because of how unattractive they are.
The joke is that no one would ever … Click Here To Read the rest
When I was a young lad (~19-20 years old), I dreamed of becoming a Navy SEAL.
Mind you, this was around 20 years ago, and the internet was nothing like it is today.
There were no courses for prospective SEAL … Click Here To Read the rest
The F-16 Fighting Falcon and the F/A-18 Super Hornet are two of the most recognizable fighter jets in the world, and they’re often compared as if one is simply “better” than the other.
In reality, these aircraft were designed for … Click Here To Read the rest
Military weddings often follow many of the same customs as civilian ceremonies.
However, some military-specific traditions may be included depending on branch, rank, and personal preference.
These traditions can vary across service branches and wedding settings.
This article outlines commonly … Click Here To Read the rest
How do you verify military service?
It’s a common question that many folks have about service members.
Unfortunately, some people attempt to take advantage of others by posing as if they served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Therefore, conducting a … Click Here To Read the rest