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Most young vets think it’s time to retire ‘Thank you for your service’
Veteran’s Day is fast approaching, and with it, a gathering storm of “Thank you for your service" dispatches.
By Jon Simkins
Dishonorable discharges for COVID vaccine refusal off the table as military separations begin
Only discharges of honorable or general under honorable conditions will be allowed under the new defense authorization bill.
103 Marines already separated for refusing COVID-19 vaccine
Currently 95% of the active duty Marine Corps is partially or fully vaccinated.
By Philip Athey
Army ‘significantly’ expanding bring-your-own-device pilot
Want to bring your own computer or tablet to work? The Army hopes to support that soon.
By Davis Winkie
Here’s the Air Force’s plan to deal with unvaccinated airmen and guardians
A five-day clock begins once a vaccination exemption request or appeal is denied. Airmen who have still not received a first shot after that window are subject to discharge.
UNC law students help Vietnam War veteran get Purple Heart
Spencer served in the infantry in South Vietnam, where he was hit in the neck with shrapnel.
By Kate Murphy, News & Observer via the AP
Reduced-rank retirement now possible for long-serving enlisted soldiers accused of misconduct
Enlisted soldiers with 20 or more years of service who are facing administrative separation for misconduct might be able to breathe a little easier.
Dishonorable discharges for vaccine refusal would be blocked under congressional proposal
The plan is included in the House Armed Services Committee's version of the annual defense authorization bill.
Thae Ohu to receive bad conduct discharge after Marine general denies judge’s recommended suspension
This could possibly make it harder for the Marine to receive the care and medicine she says she needs.
By Philip Athey
Free new wedding gowns? Check out this program for the military
Military-connected brides-to-be can apply to Operation Deploy Your Dress before 11:59 p.m. Eastern time June 18 for a free gown of your choice.
By Karen Jowers