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These 9 TV Characters Have Military Backstories
Finding out your favorite actor used to serve in the military is exciting. But what about the characters themselves? Who has served and when? Here are nine TV characters that are military veterans. 1. Leroy Jethro Gibbs L.J. Gibbs is played by Mark Harmon on the show NCIS. The character is a former US Marine Corps […]
‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Release Date Delayed Again Due to COVID-19
Tom Cruise returns in ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ (Paramount Pictures) This article originally appeared on Task and Purpose. Sorry fans, the long-awaited Top Gun sequel has been pushed back to July 2, 2021, due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19 ) pandemic, Paramount Pictures announced on Thursday. Top Gun: Maverick, starring Tom Cruise as the errant Navy fighter pilot […]
Purple Heart Day is August 7th
Purple Heart Day is observed each year on August 7. This is a day set aside for Americans to take a moment to remember the men and women who have been either wounded in battle or paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. The Purple Heart is awarded to those members of the military that […]
Independence Day
On July 4, 1776, the United States of America declared its independence from the rule of Great Britain. After years of battle, turmoil, and war the forefathers of our country were finally able to stand and declare us a free nation. The war was over, the battle won, and the people were free of tyranny […]
While You Still Need to Practice Self-care During Time at Home
Many of us have been home for a few months now. We’ve been working from home, juggling distance learning with our kids, and being inside practicing social distancing. And now it’s summer! Things are still a little uncertain. So, we’re still in limbo and will likely continue being home more than usual. You may feel […]
The Sip: Summer is Here, Ready or Not
The Sip by MilSpouseFest It's June! And summer is here. And while this June looks a little different than you might have planned, there is still much to love about this season. Let's start off with a brand new Sip! OUR EVENTS We have some exciting events planned for the rest of the […]
Personal Finance Tips While Awaiting PCS
DoD photo Editor’s Note: This article was originally featured on PCS grades. In mid-March, the DoD put all permanent change of station (PCS) and temporary duty moves on hold due to the Coronavirus pandemic, leaving hundreds of thousands of military families in various stages of preparation for the annual PCS season in limbo until further notice. If […]