Navy Veterans

Episode 25: Hotel Tango: Spirits Distilled With Discipline

Hotel Tango: Spirits Distilled With Discipline Veteran Travis Barnes, his wife Hilary, and some friends started Hotel Tango in 2014. To honor Travis’ military service, they named their distillery based on the NATO phonetic alphabet - Hotel for Hilary, Tango for Travis. Surrounding themselves with exceptional people at every level, they focus o...

Episode 24: Understand Your Value as a Veteran and Go Beyond Roles to Find Purpose

Understand Your Value as a Veteran and Go Beyond Roles to Find Purpose In this episode Douglas interviews Gulf War Enlisted Veteran, John Qualls. John has had an incredible career launching and leading several technology startups. His most recent company is Purposely, a platform to empower employees or individuals to find their purpose.

Episode 23: HVAF Of Indiana: Housing, Support, And Advocacy For Veterans And Their Families

HVAF Of Indiana: Housing, Support, And Advocacy For Veterans And Their Families HVAF (Hoosier Veterans Assistance Foundation) operates 13 distinct transitional housing properties including substance abuse and addiction counseling services in central Indiana as well as an apartment complex that houses 51 veterans, bringing HVAF’s total bed capacity to over 200.

Episode 22: WGU Indiana: Affordable, Fully Accredited Online Degree Programs for Active Military and Veterans

WGU Indiana: Affordable, Fully Accredited Online Degree Programs for Active Military and Veterans On this episode, we interview Alison Barber Bell, Chancellor of WGU Indiana, and Andrew Nagel, Registered Nurse and Graduate of WGU's Nursing Degree Program. We discuss WGU's unique non-profit, accredited online degree program... from WGU's new Indiana offices downtown.

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Public can attend Veterans Day events at national cemeteries - VAntage Point The public can attend Veterans Day events at one of 41 VA national cemeteries located throughout the U.S. from Nov. 8-11.

Art by McClelland Barclay An accomplished painter, illustrator, sculptor and jewelry designer, McClelland Barclay had developed a very successful art career by the time he became a Lieutenant in the Naval Reserve in 1938. Barclay was born in St. Louis, Missouri in 1891 and received his education at several different art scho...

Great rundown of federal programs for Veterans!

Here Are All the Government Programs that Help Vets with Jobs and Benefits A watchdog agency has come up with a list of 45 government programs to aid veterans.

Happy Birthday, Chiefs!

Chief Petty Officer The earliest known use of the term “chief petty officer” dates back to 1776 onboard Continental Navy Ship Alfred, when the title “chief cook” was conferred upon cook’s mate Jacob Wasbie. This was an informal designation that noted Wasbie as the foremost ship’s cook, but was not officiall...

Sailor photographed kissing woman in Times Square at end of World War II dies at 95 The sailor photographed kissing a woman in Times Square at the end of World War II has died at the age of 95, his family said.

Wreckage of World War II aircraft carrier USS Hornet discovered The USS Hornet is best known for launching the important Doolittle Raid in April of 1942 and its role in winning the Battle of Midway

‪Thank you for recognizing the service of our sisters and brothers,

Apple launches online store for active military and veterans with discounted pricing Apple is giving 10 percent discounts on most products in its new dedicated online store for active military members, veterans and their families.

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Episode 21: SSGT Joe Biggs Discusses His PTSD Journey

SSGT Joe Biggs Discusses His PTSD Journey Joe Biggs is a combat veteran of the United States Army, twice awarded a Purple Heart while serving several tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. Post-retirement, SSGT Biggs is a political investigative reporter who has a huge following online. Today, we're discussing his journey with PTSD.

On this day in 1943.

Five brave Sullivan brothers died on this day in 1943 Navy Destroyer USS The Sullivans was named after the five heroic Sullivan brothers who died together aboard the USS Juneau on November 13, 1942.

Episode 20: Eleven Fifty Academy: Turning Veterans into Developers

Eleven Fifty Academy: Turning Veterans into Developers In this episode, we interview David Whitt, the first GI Bill graduate of the Eleven Fifty Academy, and Shawn Gardner, Eleven Fifty's Executive Vice President of Business Development about turning Veterans into Developers.

‪Wow.

US warship shoots down missile in space in spectacular test The test, off the west coast of Hawaii, follows two failed tests of the missile designed to shoot down enemy intercontinental ballistic missiles should they ever be fired at the U.S.

Happy Birthday, Veterans. Go Navy!

Happy 243rd Birthday to the United States Navy | October 13, 2018 United States Navy's Birthday | October 13, 2018

‪Why do enlisted sailors wear neckerchiefs?

This is why sailors wear neckerchiefs with their dress uniform Any enlisted Navy sailor can tell you that their dress uniform wouldn't be as famous today without one of its most iconic pieces — the historic neckerchief. Reportedly, the neckerchief made its first appearance in the 16th century and was primarily worn as a sweat rag and to protect the sailor's n...

Fellow , did you know that you can search "jobs for veterans" in Google now and enter your MOS or rating to identify opportunities?

Really great program for in . Free transit is going to provide veterans with the ability to travel to and make their VA meetings.

IndyGo to launch free bus pass program for veterans It's part of an effort to improve access and availability of services for residents who have served our country.

Happy Independence Day!

July 4, 1776: America Declares Independence from Great Britain | HISTORY.com On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopts the Declaration of Independence, which proclaims the independence of the United States of America from Great Britain and its king.

Episode 19: The American Warrior Initiative Ensuring Your VA Loan Benefit

The American Warrior Initiative Ensuring Your VA Loan Benefit Every active duty military member and veteran has a VA Loan as a benefit. However, some financial businesses prey on Veterans to take advantage of their ability to get these loans. Listen as we speak to Angela Allen, an accredited expert on VA Loans.

Vice has released a 30 minute documentary on (VET Tv), a TV network that is dedicated to creating humor for the veteran community. VICE gave civilian insight to the dark military humor created by VET Tv.

Inside Veteran TV's Dark and Controversial Humor Welcome to VET Tv: a comedy website started by an ex-Marine named Donny O’Malley who believes his brand of dark and twisted humor is the thing that some post...

Today the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) released findings from its most recent analysis of Veteran su***de data for all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

News Releases - Office of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs Latest news released by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Hey fellow Vets, we've got a brother in need and he's half-way to his goal. Can you help out?

Click here to support Mike's New Lungs organized by Amber Lee Smith Hello everyone! This is Cyril Johnson a us navy veteran Rank Lssn, age 33 years of age he is a devoted father of three Liam age 6 twins Jagger and Bella age 7 months . He is also a step father to Jadyn age 9 Julian age 7 and Jazzy who is 2. Cyril a.k.a Mike was diagnosed In 2014 with PAH which i...

Episode 18: Navy Club Ship 35: Keep the Fleet to Keep the Peace

Navy Club Ship 35: Keep the Fleet to Keep the Peace On 18 June 1938, at a Navy Veterans Reunion in Quincy, Illinois, a new and powerful organization, the Navy Club of the United States of America, was launched. On that day, a Constitution and By-Laws was adopted to govern this unique and distinguished group, speaking the language of the men who go do...

THE PACIFIC WAR IN COLOR premieres Sunday, June 24 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on the Smithsonian Channel.

The Pacific War in Color Witness iconic assaults, intense battles, and intimate moments of the Pacific War, in color.

Episode 17: Marine for Life Network

Marine for Life Network Marine For Life Network (M4L) connects transitioning Marines and their family members to education resources, employment opportunities, and other Veterans services that aid in their career and life goals outside of military service.

Episode 16: Project Healing Waters: Rehabilitation of Disabled Veterans With Fly Fishing Outings

Project Healing Waters: Rehabilitation of Disabled Veterans With Fly Fishing Outings Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc.™ is dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and disabled veterans through fly fishing and associated activities including education and outings.

Episode 15: Purple Heart 3 (PH3): Veteran Owned, Veteran Employed, and Veteran First Security Company

Purple Heart 3 (PH3): Veteran Owned, Veteran Employed, and Veteran First Security Company Michael Fickert is the Senior Project Manager of Purple Heart 3 LLC (PH3). They are a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned, & Veteran employed security company out of Indianapolis, IN. Michael joins Veteran Cast to talk about his background in the Army, and then trying to find his purpose again after tra...

USS Indianapolis (LCS 17): The future littoral combat ship is moved from an indoor production facility in Marinette, Wisc., to launchways in preparation for its upcoming launch into the Menomenee River.

Fair winds and following seas, Captain. Rest well, we've got the watch.

Medal of Honor Recipient Laid to Rest at Arlington National Cemetery Capt. Thomas J. Hudner, Jr., a naval aviator who earned the Medal of Honor during the Korean War, was laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery April 4.

Episode 14: Indy Custom Co****le and Its Founder, US Marine Scott Melby

Indy Custom Co****le and Its Founder, US Marine Scott Melby Scott is a US Marine who founded Indy Custom Co****le. Indy Custom Co****le is the first and largest co****le business in Indiana, starting in 2003, Scott has run over 1400 tournaments, sold thousands of boards and bags and now focus more on the rental sets and monthly competetive co****le tournamen...

Episode 13: Team Rubicon: Disasters are their Business, Veterans are their Passion.

Team Rubicon: Disasters are their Business, Veterans are their Passion. Team Rubicon is a nonprofit that utilizes the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders to rapidly deploy emergency response teams. Founded in 2010, Team Rubicon has deployed across the United States and around the world to provide immediate relief to those impacted by disast...

Episode 12: The Mission Continues: Empowering Veterans To Keep Serving and Succeeding

The Mission Continues: Empowering Veterans To Keep Serving and Succeeding The Mission Continues empowers veterans who are adjusting to life at home to find purpose through community impact. We deploy veterans on new missions in their communities, so that their actions will inspire future generations to serve.

Episode 11: Vetforce: Salesforce Career Accelerator for Military Service Members, Veterans, and Spouses

Vetforce: Salesforce Career Accelerator for Military Service Members, Veterans, and Spouses Salesforce created the Vetforce program to build connections between our ecosystem and the military community.