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Nov. 15, 2022
The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month

In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation that changed the federal holiday’s name from Armistice Day to Veterans Day. The name change aimed to pay tribute to all Americans who served their country honorably during war or peacetime.
Sept. 10, 2021
Commentary: 9/11 a day to remember service, sacrifice

This weekend, as we commemorate the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, I’d ask that each of you join me in taking a moment to pause and reflect on the terrible events of that day.As we remember, let us also pledge to never forget. These attacks, which killed nearly
July 23, 2020
Name, rank, service and badges will be more identifiable on OCP

OCP rank insignia, badges, name, and service tapes will now feature a lighter, three-color background pattern, versus the current seven-color pattern, to increase readability and ease rank recognition.
July 12, 2018
DoD Announces Policy Change on Transfer of Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits

The Department of Defense issued a substantive change today to its policy on the transfer by service members in the uniformed services of Post-9/11 GI Bill educational benefits to eligible family member recipients.
Dec. 21, 2017
Blended Military Retirement System to take effect Jan. 1

One of the most wide-reaching and significant changes to military pay and benefits over the last 70 years goes into effect Jan. 1 with the implementation of the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System, known as BRS.

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The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month

Commentary: 9/11 a day to remember service, sacrifice

Name, rank, service and badges will be more identifiable on OCP

DoD Announces Policy Change on Transfer of Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits

Blended Military Retirement System to take effect Jan. 1