Military suicides rose in 1st quarter of 2023 compared to same time last year.

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Military suicides rose in 1st quarter of 2023 compared to same time last year, Pentagon report says
The Army had the greatest increase in suicide deaths, from 37 to 49. The Marine Corps increased from eight to 14. The Air Force had one additional suicide compared to 2022 and there was no change for the Navy or Space Force, the Defense Department report states.

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South Korea warns North not to release dam water without giving notice

South Korea is calling on the North to provide notice before discharging its dam water to prepare for possible flooding near the border.

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NATO readies military plans to defend against bruised but unbowed Russia

Russia’s armed forces are bruised but by no means beaten in the war in Ukraine, a top NATO military officer said Monday, as he laid out the biggest revamp to the organization’s military plans since the Cold War should Moscow dare to widen the conflict.

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Secret Service investigating suspected cocaine found in White House

A preliminary field test indicated a white powder found inside the White House was cocaine. Authorities sent the sample to a lab for further testing.

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White House announces $3.1 billion to address homelessness, including among veterans
The new measure is “the largest-ever, single-year investment … to help communities address homelessness,” the Biden administration said in a statement.

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How easy it is to forget. We should never forget the disaster in Afghanistan. It was a huge embarrassment for the US. Lost American lives. Thousands of Afghan people stranded. Hundreds of Americans left high and dry.

It couldn’t have gotten much worse, and it seems the White House may have successfully covered it up.

NEVER FORGET!!

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As an old warrior, I am feeling my age. However, my love for my country has never wavered.

For those who do not love our country, I suggest you move to China, Iran, or North Korea.

You choose!

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I have decided that I will keep the names of who are close friends on RallyPoint, and ask them to help in the sale of my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the Trenches of life. Keep coming back to see the progress on that book. 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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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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The Future Wars will be Done by drones. No lives lost, but the Other Side Could lose Dearly.

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Military news…

US Helicopter Has ‘Hard Landing’ in Syria, Injuring 22 Troops

The MH-47 Chinook, a transport aircraft used by U.S. Special Operations forces for nighttime raids and other sensitive missions, experienced a problem with one of its rotors during takeoff, a Defense Department spokeswoman said.

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Air Force Official: Military Families ‘Forced to Move’ Over Anti-LGBTQ Bullying

The country has seen a recent wave of GOP-led state legislatures passing laws that target the LGBTQ community, from limits in the classroom to bans on drag shows, to the prohibition of gender-affirming care for transgender minors.

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House Lawmakers Back Plans for Biggest Military Pay Raise in 22 Years

Combined with the 2023 pay raise that went into effect five months ago, troops could see a nearly 10% increase in basic pay over two years and even more financial gains after re-enlistment bonuses and housing stipend increases are factored in.

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On Front Lines of Ukraine Counteroffensive, Soldiers Pay Heavy PriceSurvivors from the 37th, which included some American volunteer fighters and soldiers trained in Europe, described their ordeal as the tip of the spear in Ukraine’s counteroffensive. The accounts are one of the first real glimpses into the brutal fighting on a new front this month.

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Growing Number of Legal Migrants Enlist in US Military As Recruiters More Aggressively Seek Out Immigrants

Struggling to overcome recruiting shortfalls, the Army and the Air Force have bolstered their marketing to entice legal residents to enlist. In turn, immigrants are offered a fast track to citizenship.

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It is very surprising to see how many veterans live near you. I found out that there are four veterans right on my street. I have connected, and we do things together.

Try doing the same. Ask every neighbor near you if the are a veteran. I think you might be surprised. If you have some get to know them and have “talk,” time.

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There was a frightening video on the news the other day. It showed a Russian soldier running along a trench and is killed by a drone. The only soldier left beg to be captured to save his life. They let him be captured.

The drones will control future wars. I have no doubt in my mind that it will happen. This is good in some way. No lives are lost as a drone is doing its thing.

There could be a drone war. Drones attacking each other.

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I am still waiting to have a couple more interviews of veterans for my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military, in and Out of the Trenches of Life. When I get those done, then it is off to my publisher, Bookbaby.

Keep coming back to see the updates on the book. 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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Spending Time with Other Veterans is Vital to Remain Mentality Healthy.

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Military news...

Marine Corps drops charges against lance corporal who spent 113 days in the brig
Lance Cpl. Catherine Arnett’s legal problems began when she refused to get vaccinated for COVID-19.

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The Marine Corps is doubling down on loitering munitions ahead of the next big war
Here comes the swarm.

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Fighter Jets Chase Small Plane in Washington Area Before it Crashes in Virginia

The U.S. scrambled F-16 fighter jets in a supersonic chase of a light aircraft with an unresponsive pilot that violated airspace around Washington D.C. and later crashed into the mountains of Virginia, officials said.

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Washington Approves Another $300 Million in Military Aid to Ukraine

The package includes additional ammunition for drones and long-range artillery. It also includes additional munitions for Patriot air defense systems as well as munitions for other air defense systems, including Stingers, Avengers, and Aim-7 systems. 

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It is important to stay connected with fellow veterans. I have been trying to do that for years.

I have a friend that I meet with every Tuesday and Thursday for coffee. We catch up with the world, and our feelings. Always feel refreshed when I leave.

I have a Zoom meeting every Tuesday morning. There is a veteran on there, and we even went to high school together. Fun stories and serious talk.

Seek out other veterans and share your good stories and your hurts.

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Some people think we should be cutting back on funding for the military. Are they deaf and blind? We are near a war with several countries, and the writing on the wall says, stand ready!

Can’t be ready if we are cutting back on equipment and troops.

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I am still waiting to have a couple more interviews of veterans for my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military, in and Out of the Trenches of Life. When I get those done, then it is off to my publisher, Bookbaby.

Keep coming back to see the updates on the book. 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.

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

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