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There is Not Enough Civilians Enlisting to Keep the Military working.

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Military news..

Russia launches the first drone strike on Kyiv in 12 days and all are shot down

After a relative lull, Russia launched a drone attack early Sunday on Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, officials said. It was the first such attack of the war in 12 days.

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Biden’s upcoming European trip is meant to boost NATO against Russia as the war in Ukraine drags on

President Joe Biden will head to Europe at week’s end for a three-country trip intended to bolster the international coalition against Russian aggression as the war in Ukraine extends well into its second year.

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Israel to buy more F-35 fighter jets from US; the deal expands fleet by 50% and deepens partnership

Israel will buy 25 F-35 aircraft from the United States, the Israeli Defense Ministry announced Sunday, in a deal that increases Israel’s arsenal of the stealth fighter jets by 50%.

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U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan a result of poor planning, communication, report finds
The State Department’s review found that the U.S. did not plan for the worst-case scenario when pulling troops out of Afghanistan.

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US Navy announces, rescinds six-day work week for recruiters
The Navy is expected to fall short of enlistment goals, which could impact its “ability to fight and win.”

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I was honored when I went to get my COVID vaccine a couple years ago. I was in a huge line waiting my turn when a National Guard soldier came up to me and told me to follow him. He took me to a spot where I was next to get my shot. Probably was because I was wearing an Army hat, and was using a cane.

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The military is getting weaker, because not enough civilians are enlisting. This will become a problem very quickly if this doesn’t turn around. They may have to start the draft again. The military changed my life in a very positive way. Please talk to some of your civilian friends to check into enlisting. They won’t regret it.

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Just finished an interview with the daughter of a WWII nurse. Some gripping thoughts there. The nurse, Velma Sundet was a hero to many soldiers during the war. She saved many lives.

I only have one other interview left. That is with a Gold Star father. I will be talking to him this week.

Keep coming back for more information on my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the Trenches of Life. Better yet… go to the top of this page and click on Subscribe. When you do all future posts will go directly to your inbox.

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Checking in on you. How are you doing? Is everything going OK, or are you fighting back memories?

FEAR NOT!

There are over 15,219 Veterans on this site who have your back.

If you are battling mentally, but you are losing, GET HELP!!

Here is a toll free number that you can call 24/7. There are highly qualified counselors there to help you, and they will not hang up until they know you are OK.
1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.

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Remember:


You are never alone.


You are never forsaken.


You are never unloved.


And above all…never, ever, give up.

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Nuclear-powered submarine visits South Korea as a show of force against North’s threats.

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Military news…

Austin cautions allies backing Ukraine against expectation of ‘easy sprint’ to victory

Ukraine’s much-anticipated counteroffensive is shaping up to be a long, bloody fight rather than a sign that victory is on the horizon, the United States’ top military officials said Thursday.

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Marines want to use Tomahawks to sink enemy ships from 1,000 miles away
The Marine Corps’ current anti-ship system has a range of just 115 miles.

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Nuclear-powered submarine visits South Korea as a show of force against North’s threats

One of the U.S. Navy’s largest submarines, the nuclear-powered USS Michigan, sailed into South Korea’s largest port Friday, less than a day after the North fired two short-range missiles.

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House GOP advances defense spending bill with big pay boost for junior enlisted troops, cancels ‘woke’ DOD policies

The Fiscal Year 2024 Defense Appropriations Bill, an annual must-pass law that funds the Pentagon and some intelligence agencies, would boost pay by an average of 30% for most troops below E-5, according to Republican appropriators.

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Ukraine downs Russian drones but some get through due to gaps in air protection

The attack was part of a wider bombardment of Ukrainian regions that extended as far as the Kyiv region in the west of the country, near Poland.

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VA Hospitals are Outperforming Private Hospitals, Latest Medicare Survey Shows

A nationwide Medicare survey released June 14 found that Veterans rated Veterans Affairs hospitals higher than private health care facilities in all 10 categories of patient satisfaction. Read the full article from NPR.

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I am so fed up with the war in Ukraine. I talked to a guy that is also fed up. He was very extreme.

” What we should do is have all the allies drop nuclear bombs on Russia at once. Total surprise, and they wouldn’t be able to defend it. Russia would not be a real nation after that. Just fragmentation.”

I didn’t even know how to respond! That would be awful. Millions of people dying, because of one man’s dictatorship. What about the fallout??

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Three days ago I came down with COVID, my second time. Wednesday was a nightmare. I was so weak I could hardly go to the bathroom. When I did try I dribbled in my PJ’s all the way. I had no control. Very hopeless feeling.

Today I am much better! Got the right medicine. Feel 90% OK. My wife came down with it too.

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Just finished an interview with the daughter of a WWII nurse. Some gripping thoughts there. The nurse, Velma Sundet was a hero to many soldiers during the war. She saved many lives.

I only have one other interview left. That is with a Gold Star father. I will be talking to him this week.

Keep coming back for more information on my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the Trenches of Life. Better yet… go to the top of this page and click on Subscribe. When you do all future posts will go directly to your inbox.

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Checking in on you. How are you doing? Is everything going OK, or are you fighting back memories?

FEAR NOT!

There are over 15,219 Veterans on this site who have your back.

If you are battling mentally, but you are losing, GET HELP!!

Here is a toll free number that you can call 24/7. There are highly qualified counselors there to help you, and they will not hang up until they know you are OK.
1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.

_______________________________________________________________

Remember:


You are never alone.


You are never forsaken.


You are never unloved.


And above all…never, ever, give up.

+Now there is an easier way to get help. Just dial 988, and you will have help ready for you.

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Major Endorsement Coming for, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the Trenches of Life

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Military news…

Russia has suffered 70,000 to 80,000 casualties in Ukraine in just 6 months, Pentagon says
That’s approximately 13,000 casualties a month.

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The Navy wants to help pay off student debt to get new recruits
There’s also a $50,000 enlistment bonus for people who ship out quickly.

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Military Vehicle Training Accidents, Many Fatal, Reveal Faulty Equipment, Poor Training

Back in February, CBS News reported that far too many of the accidents involve armored vehicles—and happen during training.

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More Than 1,000 Fort Bragg Soldiers Displaced After Surprise Decision to Evacuate Old, Moldy Barracks

Some soldiers at Fort Bragg will be displaced after an inspection was conducted last week by Sergeant Major of the Army Michael Grinston, who found the buildings were unlivable.

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Robot Ships Debut at RIMPAC, Helping US Navy Sail Toward a Less-Crewed Future

Four unmanned surface vessels sailed with manned ships, sharing data and testing how they would operate with the larger U.S. fleet.

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Lt. Gen. Michael Langley Becomes Marines’ First Black Four-Star General

US Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Michael Langley was promoted to the rank of general in a ceremony Saturday, becoming the first Black four-star general in the military branch’s 246-year history.

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US Authorizes Largest-Yet Military Package to Ukraine

The United States has authorized its largest delivery yet of military aid to Ukraine, the Pentagon announced Monday—a $1 billion package of ammunition, weapons and equipment.

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Well, yippee! I am officially over my long battle with COVID. I feel close to 95% well. I still have time of weakness and fatigue in the evenings, but I am OK. I now can go 100% back to finishing my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the Trenches of Life.

So keep coming back to see the progress. Better yet.. go to the top of this page and click on subscribe. When you do all future posts will directly to your inbox. One thing is that I may have an endorsement coming up that will knock your socks off. It should be done by Monday.

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Checking in on you. How are you doing? Is everything going OK, or are you fighting back memories?
FEAR NOT!
There are over 15,219 Veterans on this site who have your back.
If you are battling mentally, but you are losing, GET HELP!!
Here is a toll free number that you can call 24/7. There are highly qualified counselors there to help you, and they will not hang up until they know you are OK.
1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.

________________________________________________________________

Remember:


You are never alone.


You are never forsaken.


You are never unloved.


And above all…never, ever, give up.

+Now there is an easier way to get help. Just dial 988, and you will have help ready for you.

_______________________________________________________________

+If you like what you see, please subscribe at the top of this page where it says, “subscribe.” When you do, all future posts will come directly to your inbox. Also, if you know some else who could benefit from this site, please let them know.