Military Questions

Why Do Marines Eat Crayons?

Why Do Marines Eat Crayons?

It’s well-known that the different branches of the military tease one another relentlessly. Actually, even within branches, service members always give one another a hard time. From POGs to grunts to Marines

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Joining the Military at 30

Joining the Military at 30

It’s common to think of newly enlisted soldiers to be in their late teens and early 20s. Sure, that’s when many people join the military but if you’re 30 or older, you

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PTSS vs PTSD - What is The Difference

PTSS vs PTSD – What is The Difference

Do you know the difference between PTSS and PTSD? PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a mental health condition that can occur after someone experiences a traumatic event. The trauma can happen

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Is a Reservist a Veteran?

Is a Reservist a Veteran?

Most people are confused about this question in terms of VA benefits. Reservists might be unsure of their status as a veteran and others who have only served for short periods in

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What is a Corpsman

What is a Corpsman?

What is a Corpsman? Corpsman is a term used for an enlisted medical specialist in the United States Navy (USN) and United States Marine Corps. Corpsmen comprise the bulk of the sailors

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Why Are There No Female Navy SEALs?

Why Are There No Female Navy SEALs?

Up until 2016, females weren’t allowed to become part of special forces units within the military, including the Navy SEALs. Yet, even with the ban lifted, no female has successfully completed Navy

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Why Are Marines Called Leathernecks?

Why Are Marines Called Leathernecks?

Leatherneck is a well-known and accepted term used to describe a U.S. Marine. In fact, it’s now even in the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, defining leatherneck as simply the synonym for a Marine. But

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