One investigator says Dr "snapped" after hearing war crime reports from patients Agent on the Ft Hood incident says the Dr may have "snapped' after hearing many stories of abuse in Iraq from returning GI's. (deawatch.com) SOURCE: [link] DEA Watch: [link] U.S. and friendly nation laws prohibit fully... more »
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Issue Regulations: Air Assault Badge added to Operation RetroActive Recognition [link] The Air Assault badge which is currently limited to personnel who served after 1974 has been added to Operation RetroActive Recognition to permit all personnel who served on helicopter battlefield transport missions and operation since 1951... more »
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Issue Regulations: The Purple Heart Medal [link] Established by General George Washington -- known as the "Badge of Military Merit"-- on August 7, 1782. Revived as the Purple Heart in 1932 by General Douglas MacArthur. Awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States or any... more »
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Issue Regulations: 10th Marine Regiment [link] For Dutiful Service Enabling this Esteemed and Honored Unit To Perform its assigned missions in Defense of United States National Security interests and the Protection of our Allies. [link]... more »
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Nov 7
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Issue Regulations: Army Sea Duty Ribbon Duty [link] Retroactive to 1952, the US Army Sea Duty ribbon is authorized to active, Reserve, Guard and non-Army personnel for service on water while participating in an Army mission or operation... [link]... more »
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Nov 7
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Issue Regulations: Marine Corps Bayonet Qualifier [link] Awarded for personal skill and ability upon qualifying examination or field performance under combat conditions [link] NOTE: Eligible personnel should ensure this Service Period acknowledgment is listed on your current 201A Military Award Report: [link] (or... amervets.com/201a)... more »
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Nov 7
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Issue Regulations: Navy Battle E for Efficiency [link] The Navy "E" Ribbon was established in July of 1976 by Secretary of the Navy J. William Middendorf. The Navy "E" Ribbon denotes permanent duty on ships or in squadrons that won the battle efficiency competition after July 1, 1974. This ribbon replaces the "E"... more »
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Nov 5
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Be on the lookout for anger or hostility directed at Veterans... Many veterans around the country are currently reporting that they are having problems getting jobs and getting into school. These veterans believe that the problems they are encountering come from individuals in the private and academic... more »
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