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.

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You are never forsaken.


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And above all…never, ever, give up.

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Prigozhin has moved to Belarus, and Russia won’t press charges for mutiny.

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Military news…

Marine Corps transition continues with new drones at Kaneohe base in HawaiiThe MQ-9A Reapers replace the RQ-21A Blackjack drones that the Marines previously operated.

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Prigozhin has moved to Belarus, and Russia won’t press charges for mutiny

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has confirmed that Yevgeny Prigozhin has arrived in Belarus after his short-lived armed mutiny in Russia. Prigozhin, the head of the mercenary group Wagner, was exiled to Belarus as part of the deal that ended the weekend mutiny.

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With Russia Revolt Over, Mercenaries’ Future and Direction of Ukraine War Remain UncertainThe rebellious mercenary soldiers who briefly took over a Russian military headquarters on an ominous march toward Moscow is gone, but the short-lived revolt has weakened President Vladimir Putin just as his forces are facing a fierce counteroffensive in Ukraine.

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Military Pay Overhaul Could Mean Huge Pay Boosts for Enlisted Troops

Junior enlisted troops could see their monthly pay boosted by up to 35% next year under a massive rewrite of the military’s pay tables proposed under a House Republican defense appropriations plan.

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Nearly 2 decades after his death, Massachusetts WWII veteran to be buried in Arlington National Cemetery

As one of the original members of the 82nd Airborne Division, Lawrence Dunlop parachuted into some of the most dangerous areas in Europe during World War II.

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It seems like people take too many things for granted. They want more. They think they need a new boat, new car, nice home, and freedom.

Well, they can earn the new things, but the freedom comes with a price. Thousands of men and women died in wars that were fought to give us that freedom. Thank a veteran for that right they fought for you.

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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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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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Wagner Group Halts Armed Rebellion, Prigozhin to be Sent to Belarus as Part of Deal.

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Military news…

Lawmakers Again Target Military Contractors’ Price Gouging

A group of bipartisan lawmakers is set to reintroduce the Stop Price Gouging the Military Act, which would close acquisition law loopholes, tie financial incentives for contractors to performance, and provide the Department of Defense with information to prevent future rip-offs. 

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Senate committee’s defense bill includes $2B for amphibious ship, a pay raise for troops, and a report on DOD’s abortion policy
The Senate Armed Services Committee on Friday said its members have agreed to authorize about $845 billion for the Pentagon for fiscal 2024 with funding to give troops a pay raise, more weapons to deter China and build a new amphibious ship.

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Wagner Group halts armed rebellion, Prigozhin to be sent to Belarus as part of deal [Updated]
“…we will turn our convoys around and go in the opposite direction…”

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I just finished another battle with COVID. What is left is total weakness. The illness is gone, but the aftermath is very scary.

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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.

__________________________________________________________________

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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