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Sikorsky X2 Technology Propels Army Readiness in the Indo-Pacific
The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) covers more of the globe than any Department of Defense geographic combatant commands, making it vital for the military to operate at range. The region has rapidly become the Pentagon’s top priority to counter threats from China, making the Army’s Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft (FARA) increasingly important for readiness. Sikorsky,…
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Military Transition: What you need to know about life insurance
When you begin planning your retirement or transition out of the military, you should be aware that your Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) will end 120 days after your separation. As a retiring or transitioning veteran, you can convert your SGLI to Veterans’ Group Life Insurance (VGLI). With VGLI, you can get between $10,000 and…
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TAPS, VA urge veterans and survivors to seek earned PACT Act benefits
Beginning more than 10 years ago, military-connected survivors Alice Daniel, Coleen Bowman, and Danielle Robinson began to speak out with their stories of loss as a result of their loved one’s exposure to toxins while deployed. While each story is unique, the uphill battles for medical care, benefits, and answers are recurring themes. Their voices,…
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From Suffering to Peace, Organization Heals Veterans
For many veterans, time served is filled with moments of camaraderie, duty, and positive memories filled with pride. Unfortunately for me, it was a battle that led to more than a decade of trauma, shame, and guilt. But I’m here to tell you that no matter how hard the fight may be, it’s possible to…
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How Fiserv Demonstrates Its Commitment to the Military Community
Fiserv, a global leader in payments and financial technology, has a strong commitment to the military community. This commitment is embodied by the Fiserv Salutes program through which Fiserv provides the military community with career opportunities, educational resources and business solutions. While navigating life in the U.S. Air Force, Missy Lawson quickly learned that trust…
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Battle with Post Traumatic Stress is Over
I can’t believe that elephants changed my life. It started when I saw a random event on Facebook that offered yoga classes for veterans at a local elephant sanctuary in my hometown of Sarasota, FL. At that time, I struggled to find meaning in my life and didn’t think that yoga would help. But something…
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Healing Veterans Along Their Journey Home
Anyone who has served in the military can remember daydreaming about what they would do when they made it out – seeing people they miss, potential careers, or places they want to travel. All of these are a part of the human experience, but for those in the military, there is an added layer of…
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Air Force Family Support Brother Wounded in Afghanistan
August O’Niell’s family is filled with service members and veterans. He and his brother are Air Force pararescuemen and his mom, dad, and stepdad are Air Force veterans. So the family knew the risk of getting the call that no one wants. They all remember where they were when they got the news that August,…
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IHG® Army Hotels: Building Better Communities Through Service
Each year, September is a special month for IHG® Army Hotels. It’s our Giving for Good Month, which is dedicated to spreading the word that everyone has a part to play in helping our communities. Any act of service, no matter how small, can make a big difference. That mindset is at the heart of…
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IHG® Army Hotels: Your Feedback Matters!
At IHG® Army Hotels, providing a higher rank of service is at the heart of what we do. We strive for excellence every day, and we’re always looking for ways to improve your stay. You don’t just have to take our word for it. Let’s take a look at some results of our guest satisfaction…
