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By Brady Rhoades Deshauna Barber’s father was a Green Beret and drill sergeant in the Army. “He had a way of dealing with us,” said Barber in an interview with U.S. Veterans Magazine. Her mother was in the service, as well, and had her own child-rearing ways.

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By Larry Broughton,I am aware of the challenges associated with transitioning back to civilian life after serving in the military. The daily reality of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) for some veterans can have a profound effect on their lives and relationships, as well as

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By Natalie Rodgers Going back to school, but don’t know what to study? It can be hard to pick a major that’s not only interesting, but will help you secure employment upon graduating. Luckily, your experience in the military along with your own personal tastes have given you a great foundation for what your future could hold. Here are some of the most popular majors pursued by military veterans: Criminal Justice Many veterans go on to pursue a career in law enforcement once leaving the service. Law enforcement jobs are usually federal, provide great opportunities for veterans and have many…

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In addition to offering an everyday 10% discount with no annual limit, this Memorial Day Lowe’s will show extra appreciation for the military community: Stores nationwide will hold a Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day (May 29), where taps will be played over the PA as well as a message from Joe McFarland, Lowe’s Executive Vice President of Stores and Gulf War and Desert Storm Veteran. Each store will also reserve one veteran’s parking space in remembrance of those who have lost their lives serving in the United States Armed Forces. “At Lowe’s, the entire…

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