Every SEAL wants orders to BUD/S . But before he crosses the beautiful Cornado Bay Bridge and checking in at the Navy Amphibious Base, he must first get through Navy basic training. Such training is at least worth discussing. You can feel that joining the military is a ‘strong’ decision and obviously a good…
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VA Benefits For Navy Spouses
One of the most common questions in the mind of armed force members is whether they can share their GI Bill benefits with their family members. The situation is very clear now after the transferability rules have been explained clearly by the DOD or Department of Defense in June 2009. Eligibility criteria for armed force…
Get College Credit Hours With Navy SEAL Training
Many Navy Seals have college degrees. One way that paves the road for them is getting credits for their military service. The American Council on Education is considered one of the most influential and visible association for higher education. The ACE represents the degree-granting institutions, which are inclusive of the four year and the two…
Worth Remembering Navy SEAL Adam Brown
Pulse-pounding. That's the best I can explain my feelings this morning after finishing reading 'Fearless' last night. A book authored by Eric Blehm reflecting the story of Adam Brown while serving on Seal Team Six. The cover of this book reads, "The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL Team SIX Operator Adam…
Retired Master Chief Britt Slabinski Awarded Medal of Honor
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The White House announced today that President Donald J. Trump will award the Medal of Honor to Master Chief Petty Officer (SEAL), Retired, Britt Slabinski for his heroic actions in March 2002 during the Battle of Takur Ghar while serving in Afghanistan. Master Chief Slabinski will be awarded the Medal of Honor…
A Look At BUD/S Training After Four Decades
Navy SEAL Training Over the Years The Hotel Del Coronado has been made famous over the years by a lot of things. Navy SEAL team recruits run up and down the beach here working till they drop, and it's the same Silver Strand Beach that was made famous by Marlyn Monroe. It is a lot…
Comparing Navy Federal Credit Union
No doubt about it, the Navy Credit Union is one of the leading military banks in America. However, we're going to take a quick look at several more and compare. Here we go! Buckle up! Money matters! While most banks will work with military members for their financial needs, like military loans or credit cards…
Leading Navy Veteran Careers Outside The Community
Ready to live a normal life following the military? Want to have a normal family life? If so here are a few leading Navy veteran jobs on the 'outside' not requiring hand signals? After retiring from the Navy, you may not know what you're going to do with yourself. It's time to find a new…
Is The Navy Right For You?
Have you made the decision to join the Navy, but unsure of which military branch you would like to make a career out of? Each branch – Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines or Coast Guard – have their pros and cons. It doesn’t mean one is better than the other in totality. It just means…
Living On A Navy Budget Not Easy
Keeping your military budget in order is not an easy task even though Navy SEALs earn additional hazardous duty pay. Regardless, even if you are a Navy SEAL and earn more money, you're likely not become the next billionaire while serving your country. So, until then here's a few common sense tips on keeping your…
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