Why families should know Military Traditions & Customs
Customs and courtesies are key for a cohesive relationship in the armed forces.
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The Monday Cheddar
Just a nibble of news!
Madeleine Hannegan
- Jan 20
- 2 min
The 13 Weeks of Marine Corps Boot Camp
The United States Marine Corps boot camp, also known as recruit training, is a rigorous program that prepares individuals for service in...
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Staff Writer
- Jan 15
- 2 min
Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday in the United States that honors the life and legacy of civil rights leader Martin Luther...
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Staff Writer
- Jan 14
- 2 min
Navy RTC Battle Stations 21
Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as boot camp, for the United States Navy typically lasts for eight weeks. During this time,...
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Andrew Appleton
- Jan 9
- 10 min
The 11 General Orders & Scriptures
I remember standing sentry (or what is called fire watch in boot camp) over 20 years ago as if it were yesterday. At any moment, a drill...
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Andrew Appleton
- Jan 5
- 1 min
Building Biblical Traits at Basic Training.
One of my favorite Bible scriptures is "Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes," Ephesians
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Staff Writer
- Jan 4
- 1 min
Sending Cookies to your Recruit
Sending your recruit a box of chocolate chip cookies might sound like a good idea, but think again. What you can send or not send to...
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Staff Writer
- Jan 2
- 1 min
Facebook's Prayer Request tool helps Recruit Families
Facebook released a new feature that allows users to requests prayers from their family and friends. The new feature is available in...
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Staff Writer
- Dec 22, 2022
- 1 min
Boots on the Ground and under the Christmas Tree
Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse (or Army recruit).
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Staff Writer
- Dec 22, 2022
- 2 min
Celebrating the Holidays Deployed
Join us in bringing holiday cheer to the between 160,000 to 180,000 of its active-duty service members deployed around the globe.
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Staff Writer
- Dec 18, 2022
- 1 min
A Parris Island Christmas
Semper Holidays to all of our amazing Marine Corps families. We know how tough it can be having your recruit not being home for the holidays
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Staff Writer
- Dec 16, 2022
- 2 min
Military Resources & Benefits
Military resources and benefits. The military offers many benefits and resources to active-duty service members, dependents, and veterans. B
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Staff Writer
- Dec 16, 2022
- 9 min
Military Health Insurance
Military Health insurance for recruits, active-duty service members, dependents, and veterans
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Staff Writer
- Dec 6, 2022
- 2 min
Recruit Addresses
Mail time is the best time during recruit training and a great way to support your loved one. Here are a few best practices: Recruits are...
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Andrew Appleton
- Dec 6, 2022
- 1 min
The 12-Days of Christmas at Boot Camp
The Drill Instructor may not be shouting HO, HO, HO but rest assured, they are the closest thing to Santa Claus your recruit will see...
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Staff Writer
- Nov 20, 2022
- 3 min
Recruit Mail Call Schedule
Three things motivate a recruit: EAT, SLEEP, and MAIL TIME. Although families & friends can’t control the first two, they can ensure their r
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Staff Writer
- Nov 20, 2022
- 3 min
Operational & Personal Security
Social media and the internet has become a blessing and curse. For military families, it is a great way to stay connected with your loved...
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Staff Writer
- Nov 8, 2022
- 4 min
History of Veterans Day
On October 8th, President Dwight D. Eisenhower issued the first "Veterans Day Proclamation" which stated: "In order to insure proper and...
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Staff Writer
- Nov 8, 2022
- 1 min
Recruit Letters Read by Moms
We have compiled some amazing letters from recruits read by family members. Recruit training is the first time many young men and women...
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Staff Writer
- Nov 7, 2022
- 2 min
Adopting-an-Airman at BMT Graduation
Nearly 35,000 men and women graduate from Air Force basic training every year. Recruit graduation is the culmination of weeks of physical an
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