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Over 20 years' worth of observations, recommendations, and considerations on life, family, and the military lie within these narratives. Cheers!
I have never received a formal “bonus” of any kind. I have watched soldiers and airmen piece together the first decade of their careers, one year at a time, with the hope of scoring $3,000-$5,000 bonuses for a three-to-five-year commitment. I have watched some physicians and intensive care nurses ea...
I recently read an article about an officer who was “forced” to retire from Active duty due to reaching the maximum number of years in his rank, but was able to extend his overall service by transferring to the Reserves while teaching at West Point. The Army moved him to his “final” location, but up...