Each branch of the U.S. military maintains conduct, performance, and training standards for new recruits. During initial service, some individuals are unable to meet these expectations and are separated early in their military career. This early administrative action is known as an entry-level separation and occurs during a defined initial service period. This article explains … Read more
Louisiana is home to a fairly large number of military bases. Their bases represent all five branches of the US military, as well as units in Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard roles. Louisiana military bases range in history, from being founded in the early 1900s to beginning in the early 2000s. Each base also … Read more
Oregon hosts a limited number of active-duty military installations but maintains a variety of National Guard, Reserve, Navy, and Coast Guard facilities throughout the state. These military bases support missions ranging from training and aviation operations to maritime safety, navigation, and environmental protection. The distribution and mission focus of military bases in Oregon reflect the … Read more
New York hosts several major active military installations as of 2026, representing the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, plus National Guard and Reserve facilities. Counts vary by source (typically 15–25 including major bases, training centers, arsenals, and smaller stations). New York includes installations supporting all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces … Read more
A General Discharge is an administrative separation from the military issued when a service member’s performance was considered satisfactory overall but did not meet the standards required for a fully Honorable Discharge. This type of discharge falls between an Honorable Discharge and an Other Than Honorable Discharge in terms of severity. While it is not … Read more