Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia

The transition into college can be one of the most significant, and most challenging transitions that veteran’s experience after leaving the military. Common transition issues faced by veteran students are: difficult navigating educational benefits, financial aid, and other college processes; transfer credit problems; balancing finances and other adult roles; and finally, adjusting to becoming a college student and connecting with other students. Each of these are important issues faced by…

is overwhelming to absorb for myself, a previous female officer in the Army for almost three decades, but does well in debating the subject of women in combat and the recent change to allowing women to serve in specialized combat position in the Armed Forces. He is a…

As stated in §44-1 of the Virginia Code, three separate entities, the National Guard, unorganized militias, and an organized militia known as the Virginia Defense Force, make up the entirety of the Virginia militia. According to the VLIS, in §44-2 of the Virginia Code, the basic composition and role of the National Guard, with respect to being a part of the militia, is explained: The National Guard shall consist…

challenges include a more interdependent and antagonistic world; increasingly high-tempo, complex, asymmetric, and decentralized threats; and domestic fiscal austerity. Military leaders plan to respond by shifting towards more adaptive, networked forces and operations. Accordingly, the values associated with mission command – understanding, intent, and trust – provide the cultural framework for the adaptive networked organization military leaders envision. Then-Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of…

harm, endeavors to execute, promulgation that endeavors to legitimize savagery, terrorizing, and dangers. Be that as it may, terrorism is characterized as "the unlawful utilization of constrain or savagery against people or property to threaten or force an administration, the non military personnel populace, or any section thereof, in facilitation of political or social targets," by the FBI (The Terrorism Research Center). Terrorism is visually impaired in that its demonstrations are not implied…

The Korean War was the last American conflict involving segregated units of the armed forces. African Americans served in all combat and combat support roles during the Korean War and were involved in all major combat operations. By the end of the Korean War, more than 600,000 African Americans had served in the military (Clay, 1987).…

Under the Secretary of Defense’s guidance on Communication with Presidential Campaigns, military members “are prohibited from engaging with potential candidates and their authorized representatives on any matter related to their official duties under any circumstances.” As the 2016 Presidential Election is coming to a close, it has been evident that following this direction is of the utmost importance. There is an unwavering trust in military members and consequently, the possibility to…

more countries choosing to adopt a volunteer only military service. This is especially in the case of young men and women being drafted. Mandatory military service is defined as the compulsory drafting and committing of civilians to join the military forces or otherwise be penalised by law. Proponents of mandatory service argue that adopting voluntary only military is a danger to national security. In contrast,…

In Elizabeth Browning’s pleading letter to Napoleon III, Elizabeth uses many rhetorical devices in order to convince the Emperor of France to pardon Hugo. She flatters His Majesty Napoleon III in an attempt to win his goodwill. Second, she uses syntax in order to create an intelligent letter. Finally, she thoroughly explains her purposes to Napoleon. Thus using flattery, syntax, and logos, Browning was able to effectively persuade Napoleon III to pardon Hugo,had of course he sent the letter.…

A Nation within a Nation There are five branches or military, which are; Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine and Coast Guard. Any military affiliation, such as active duty, reservist, guard, and a family member can be very challenging. The demand to be committed to your country and your call to duty set the military apart from any other career. Military families bond is like no other and has a sense of community that is very structured. The military families are able to relate to each other as…