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Inside cockpit of USAF F-15E Strike Eagle flying in formation with other F-15E fighters (photo courtesy of USAF)97

How to Become a Fighter Pilot

by Chuck

Fighter pilots fly high performance jet planes in combat. Their primary job is to defend our troops and positions against attacks by enemy aircraft. To become a fighter pilot, you first must join the armed... published 2 years ago

63 comments    how military become

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World War 2 Weapons

by Whitney05

The Second World War was a worldwide military conflict, now noted as the most widespread war in history. With more than 100 million military personnel becoming involved through various countries. There were two main sides to the war- the Allies (Soviet Union, United States, United Kingdom) and the Axis (Nazi Germany, Fascist Italy, Imperial Japan). published 9 months ago

12 comments    war military wwii

Japanese Internment Camp, Heart Mountain, Wyoming, c. 194388

Japanese Internment

by lassy2

December 7, 1941, was “a date which will live in infamy” as President Franklin Delano Roosevelt stated in his speech to Congress, when he declared war against Japan. Japan had attacked Pearl Harbor... published 11 months ago

1 comment    business politics history

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USAA

by bfergel

United Services Automobile Association First called the United States Army Automobile Association, when members of other military services became eligible for membership in 1924 the name changed to United... published 6 months ago

0 comments    automotive insurance military

Civilian items are packed into a box to send back home, most common things like cell phones, allergy medicine and normal clothes are not allowed once you arrive.84

US Navy Boot Camp

by gamergirl

United States Navy Boot Camp - schedule, preparation, and advice. published 5 months ago

19 comments    education politics chicago

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Buying a House with a VA Loan

by KeithB

The VA home loan is designed to assist the more than 25 million veterans and active service members in the U.S. purchase or refinance a home. The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs guarantees each loan approved by qualified VA lenders. This guarantee typically allows veterans to obtain a mortgage with no money down and with a lower interest rate than conventional loans. The lack of "red tape" makes the VA Loan a smart option for veterans financing a home. published 6 months ago

8 comments    business finance money

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Latest Inventions

by Prince Maak

Miniature windmills could help power devices where sunlight is not available, such as in tunnels or the shadows of mountains, valleys or forests, researchers now reveal. Such windmills could power devices as... published 12 months ago

24 comments    technology gadgets military

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S&W Military & Police Revolver: A gun’s autobiography

by Jack Burton

I came into this world in July of 1926, the 150th birthday of America. It was fitting. My maker, Smith & Wesson in Massachusetts, created me to be a comfort to the law abiding citizen and a tool in the hands... published 2 months ago

2 comments    family women war

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The Good of the Many or the One Morality in Command

by Daniel Greenfield

In the "Star Trek: The Next Generation" episode "Thine Own Self", Commander Riker presents Deanna Troi with a test of command she must pass in order to gain a promotion to Commander. The test requires finding... published 15 months ago

1 comment    entertainment movies television

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Top Ten Bad Asses of History

by jreuter

For your reading enjoyment, I've compiled a list of, in my opinion, the bravest, most unflinching, charismatic, intelligent and indomitable people in history. Obviously, very deserving individuals will be left... published 4 weeks ago

9 comments    education humor funny

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