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Navy Rules & Regulations

When it comes to rules and regulations, the military is not much different from the civilian world. Military members must obey the same laws that civilians must follow. However, there is another whole set of military laws that apply to all military members. There are also service-specific rules and

How to Freeze Dry Insects

Capturing insects is a tricky proposition. Collecting insects to freeze dry makes the scheme even trickier. Freeze dried insects are often collected by farmers to use as feed. Scientists who accumulate freeze dried insects do so for reasons of experimentation and study of the creatures. It is possib

How Long Is Active Duty?

For the men and women in the military, it is very important to know how long their active duty lasts. For those looking to join the military, it is also a very important question to consider. Although the answer can vary by military branch, and even from person to person, it is important to know the

Medieval Hairstyles & Costumes

Styles shifted during the medieval period, the 11th to 14th century, according to trend and desire. As the crafts of tailors, dyers and weavers advanced, styles became more ornate and varied. However, one constant was how clothing and hairstyles indicated distinct social divisions, in terms of wealt

Questions About Military Child Custody Laws

Servicemembers have the challenging duty to suspend their own lives during deployment in defense of their country. Unfortunately, divorce and separation create additional difficulties for servicemembers facing custody issues. Because they relocate frequently and experience deployments, servicemember

How Can Students Use Biometric Devices?

Biometric devices are electronic security devices that recognize a physical characteristic of a person as their identification. These devices can scan your retina, your fingerprints, your palm or even recognize your face and voice. As long as you have your biometric profile in the system, using the

The Definition of Competitive Conflict

Competitive conflict is defined by its irrationality. Putting it simply, competitive conflict is marked by the desire to win the fight or argument, even if winning costs more and causes more pain than not fighting at all. Costs do not matter in competitive conflict, and therefore, irrationality rema

The Cold War: A Look At The Myths And Reality Of Berlin

It brought fear to the World. East versus West played each other off in espionage, sabotage, and subversion all played out by deep spy networks. Key events such as the Cuban Missile Crisis almost brought the World to the brink of destruction. Having lived in the heart of West Berlin during the mid e

Warsaw Journal - Polish Armed Forces Day

Last Friday my wife and I watched the Polish Armed Forces Day parade in downtown Warsaw. It was a festive occasion with people lined three deep along both sides ofUjazdowskie Avenue; cheering loudly and waving small flags as the troops passed smartly in review. I use "Armed Forces Day" as

Unmanned Underwater Vehicle Stealth Tactic - Cloaking In Dense Sea Life

Submarine technology has sure come a long way since the old Nazi U-boats of World War II. There are specially designed propellers, new materials, and better tactics which make it very difficult to find silent running submarines. Nuclear submarines and diesel electric submarines can often be quite qu

Medieval Tournament Activities

Medieval tournaments gave people in the Middle Ages the chance to enjoy entertainment, socializing and activities. The events and atmosphere provided by medieval tournaments brought together people of all classes, though only certain ranks were allowed to participate in the main events. Some medieva

What Were the Compromises Made Between the North & South in 1877?

The Compromise of 1877 was a deal between Republicans and Democrats. The election of 1876 left 20 electoral votes in dispute, with no clear winner. An Electoral Commission was formed, which decided in favor of Republican Rutherford B. Hayes, but the deal included several compromises. Both sides were

Mark, Back From Afghanistan: Lessons I Learned

One year ago, my friend Mark returned from serving in Afghanistan. While he was gone, I was his wife's friend, but I really had no idea what to do. Since his return, I have learned even more. Please read what I have to say, and pass it on.

How to Arrange for Burial at a Veteran's Cemetery

When burying a loved one in a veteran's cemetery, it is essential that we honor the dead by providing a proper burial. Veteran’s cemeteries are very well maintained and have rules that ensure your loved one’s final resting place will be one of dignity and peace. Arranging burial for a

The Best Looking Police Uniforms

There's just something about a person in uniform. Maybe it's the flawless posture, the calm air of confident authority or the sexy danger of that sidearm. Some police forces also have an edge with well designed, unique uniforms. Whether it's a uniform tailored by a famous designer or made to endure

What Does an Army Engineer Brigade Do?

U.S. Army engineer brigades play an important role in the support of the ground-fighting force. They are the jacks-of-all-trades when it comes to construction, explosives and demolition. They help both to protect their own soldiers and work against the opposing force.

Did China's Military Give Stolen US Technology to North Korea and Iran?

Now then, I'm not one to point thinkers, well that's not really true; I will point fingers back at someone who is pointing theirs at me, or at my country for that matter. In fact, recently a few of the proteges coming up in the Communist Party as the elders pass the torch had mentioned tha

Uniformed Military Divorce Laws

Whenever a divorce involves one or more members of the military, specific laws may come into play. Active-duty or uniformed military personnel must comply with the laws of the state in which they live, though each state may have specific laws that apply only to service...

Fend Off Financial Worries With Military Loans

Military loans are exclusively designed for those who are serving army persons and who have retired from the service. These loans provide monetary aid and help them to meet their various requirements.