fact or fiction
Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about the military and the physical, logistical, emotional and moral obstacles involved.
Big Chicken Dinner
In shackles and a brown jumpsuit, Davidson Post stood before the Judge Advocate General (JAG), Air Force Colonel Nathan Speight. Post looked disheveled and disoriented. It was if his face began to melt to the floor he was so slack jawed. He leaned slightly to the right.
By Skyler Saunders7 years ago in Serve
Who Is Jody?
If you’re in or affiliated with military service, you’ve probably heard the term ‘Jody’, or heard someone referred to as Jody. It’s never a good thing. But who is Jody? What does that designation really mean? And of course, where did it come from? The simple answer is that Jody is a man who stays home and fills your shoes—romantically—with your girlfriend or wife. He sits on the soldier's couch, eats his food, and even sometimes will even drive the soldier's car. But the history of the term, and its complex uses and connotations, involve a lot more than just, well, stealing your girl.
By Nicola P. Young7 years ago in Serve
10 Reasons Why Nuclear War Is Still Terrifying
The Cold War was a weird time in American history that had both Russians and Americans fraught with panic. It was a time where the biggest threat to existence was nuclear war. The threat of using atom bombs was very real—and there were certain times where it almost seemed imminent.
By Skunk Uzeki7 years ago in Serve
10 Best Military Discounts at Major Retail Stores
One thing you've probably learned as an active service member or veteran is that it never hurts to ask. By that, I mean it never hurts to check if a store, restaurant, airline, or any other company that takes your money might also take your military ID for a nice discount. You would be surprised how many retail stores actually do, but just don't advertise it year-round. Of course, when you want to get the best discounts, you don't want to find out if you qualify after you've done your shopping. Here are some of the best military discounts at major retail stores that you can get year-round, from apparel and shoes to major auto purchases to even some of the best everyday tactical essentials. Plan your shopping accordingly!
By Nicola P. Young7 years ago in Serve
10 Signs You Were in the Military
As a major military force in the world for many decades and a number of generations, the United States has many active soldiers and veterans who have served their country with honor and pride. Though some veterans are easy to identify, others are a bit stealthier. While many are proud to celebrate their service with hats, bumper stickers, fatigues, BDUs, or dress uniforms and other items that reference their time in the military, not all display their accomplishments overtly. However, there are certainly other, albeit subtle, indicators of someone's past or present military service. Like anyone, a careful study of these past and present military personnel can identify and reveal certain patterns of behavior that soldiers all share in common. These hints may not all be readily apparent at first, but a closer look will be a dead giveaway of the signs you were in the military.
By Fred Eugene Park7 years ago in Serve
Facts About Nuclear War Worth Knowing
Many people from across the world have varying opinions about nuclear power and nuclear weapons. No matter if you think they are a necessary evil, an unforgivable crime against humanity, or that nuclear disarmament is not just for hippies anymore, pretty much everyone can agree that global nuclear war would be devastating for the world's population. Nuclear war has been a threat to society ever since governments began testing this powerful technology in the middle of the 20th century. Here are some facts about nuclear war from its beginnings to the current state of the world.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Serve
How Criminal History Can Affect Military Enlistment
"Criminal record" doesn't usually sound great to any employer, and the armed forces have especially high standards of morality. They are also given a lot of liberty to decide who they accept or deny. But "criminal record" can also mean a whole lot of things, and there's a big difference between minor traffic offenses and major felony offenses. But when you're looking to join the military services, there are a lot of factors to consider. So here's what you need to know about how your criminal history can affect military enlistment, and what your chances are of actually joining the military.
By Nicola P. Young7 years ago in Serve
10 Signs You Would Do Well in the Military
When considering a life of military service, it is important to know if you are prepared to live up to a different standard of fortitude. It takes far more than love of country alone to serve. Other than sheer patriotism, there are inherent signs that one would do well in the military. While physical and mental strength are certainly a given, one must be able to stretch these and other skills to their breaking point. Like a professional athlete, one must possess an unnatural acuity in a number of physical attributes. As such, it is important to define the necessary attributes you should display if you are to show signs you would do well in the military.
By Fred Eugene Park7 years ago in Serve
10 Awesome Military Traditions from Around the World
The military is a fertile breeding ground for official and unofficial traditions. The United States is particularly renown for its unusual traditions, but there are so many other countries with current and historical traditions that must be seen to be believed. From Scandinavia to Pakistan to Japan to New York, here are some of the most interesting military traditions from around the world.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Serve
10 Wild World War II Stories You Never Read About
World War II history reads a lot like an action-adventure story. There are bad guys, good guys, a fight to help save people from genocide, and tons of amazing tales of intrigue, espionage, and valiant acts during war.
By Skunk Uzeki7 years ago in Serve
10 Military Bases More Secret Than Area 51. Top Story - July 2018.
If you ask most conspiracy theorists, Area 51 is one of the most secretive places in the United States. If you listen to the rumors, an alien spaceship crash landed here in the 1940s, and military personnel did autopsies on the bodies of the aliens that were recovered from the crash site.
By Rowan Marley7 years ago in Serve
Ways You Can Get Discharged from the Military
For a legion of young people, joining the military is one of the most respectful ways to start their adult lives. The military promises specialty training, new relationships, worldwide travel, healthcare benefits, educational opportunities, and steady pay while serving. What makes the military worthwhile is that soldiers are not stuck in their current ranks, either. They can choose to work up the ranks and enjoy the increased recognition and benefits of a decorated military career. What most people are not aware of is that there are several ways of being discharged from the military and each member’s conduct and performance helps determine the time and type of discharge they receive.
By Donald Gray8 years ago in Serve
