It sure would be nice to hear from an old friend, wouldn’t it? Someone who served in the trenches with you, someone who knew you before you lost your baby fat, someone who saved your life as often as you saved his. Utilize one of these two paths – they are easy, legal, and safe.

It is very simple to get a copy of a veteran’s military record. You fill out a “Request Pertaining to Military Records SF 180”, print it, sign it, and mail it in. It does sound simple, doesn’t it? But there are some things you should consider first.

As a military brat, your child probably only cleaned his room right before you were about to be stationed somewhere else and the moving van was on the way. Written for your child, here is an article to help him see the adventure in obtaining a clean room.

The American Legion Auxiliary supports the American Legion and its programs for veterans and their families. It also sponsors students with scholarships and educates people in the responsibilities and concepts of being an active citizen in our Democracy.

Are you or a woman veteran you know and love at risk for hypertension? Do what it takes to live a long and healthy life. Help knock hypertension out of the top three diagnosed problems for women vets.

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