Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Military Simulation Paintball Guns
The advancement and progression of law enforcement and military exercises and training, in addition to military simulation and real action games, is taken into account in the design phase and manufacturing process of these military simulation paintball guns. Since most of these paintball markers are made for use in police and military training, the guns are made to be extremely durable and can withstand a lot of strain and any blows that might occur when out on the field.
Monday, September 9, 2013
The Ways That The Military Is Using Alternative Energy
The Ways That The Military Is Using Alternative Energy
The US military knows that its branches must revamp their thinking about how to engage in “the theater of war” in the new, post-Cold War world of the 21st century. One thing that the military leaders stress is the desire for the forces deployed in the theater to be able to be more energy-independent. Currently the US military has policies and procedures in place to interact with allies or sympathetic local populaces to help its forces in the field get their needed energy and clean water when engaged in a foreign military campaign. However, this is not wholly reliable, as the US might well find itself facing unilateral military activities, or have itself in a situation where its allies cannot help it with the resources it needs to conduct its military actions successfully.
The US military is very interested in certain alternative energies that, with the right research and development technologically, can make it energy independent, or at least a great deal more so, on the battlefield. One of the things that greatly interests the military along these lines is the development of small nuclear reactors, which could be portable, for producing theater-local electricity. The military is impressed with how clean-burning nuclear reactors are and how energy efficient they are. Making them portable for the typical warfare of today’s highly mobile, small-scaled military operations is something they are researching. The most prominent thing that the US military thinks these small nuclear reactors would be useful for involves the removal of hydrogen (for fuel cell) from seawater. It also thinks that converting seawater to hydrogen fuel in this way would have less negative impact on the environment than its current practices of remaining supplied out in the field.
Seawater is, in fact, the military’s highest interest when it comes to the matter of alternative energy supply. Seawater can be endlessly “mined” for hydrogen, which in turn powers advanced fuel cells. Using OTEC, seawater can also be endlessly converted into desalinated, potable water. Potable water and hydrogen for power are two of the things that a near-future deployed military force will need most of all.
Sunday, September 8, 2013
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act / SCRA Common Questions
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act / SCRA Common Questions
Who is eligible for the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)?
The Act applies to active duty military personnel who had a mortgage obligation before enlistment or before being ordered to active duty. This includes:
– Members of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard
– Commissioned officers of the Public Health Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration engaged in active service
– Reservists ordered to report for military service
– People ordered to report for induction (training) under the Military Selective Service Act
– Guardsmen called to active service for more than 30 consecutive days.
– In limited situations, dependents of servicemembers are also entitled to protections.
Am I entitled to debt payment relief?
The Act limits interest that may be charged on mortgages taken out by a servicemember (including debts incurred jointly with a spouse) before he or she entered into active military service. At your request, lenders must reduce the interest rate to no more than 6% per year during the period of active military service and recalculate your payments to reflect the lower rate. This provision applies to both conventional and government-insured mortgages.
Is the interest rate limitation automatic?
No. To ask for this temporary interest rate reduction, you must submit a written request to your mortgage lender and include a copy of your military orders. The request may be submitted as soon as the orders are issued, but no later than 180 days after the date of your release from active duty military service.
Am I eligible even if I can afford to pay my mortgage at a higher interest rate?
If a mortgage lender believes that military service has not affected your ability to repay your mortgage, they have the right to ask a court to grant relief from the interest rate reduction. This is does not happen very often.
What if I can’t afford to pay my mortgage even at the lower rate?- (Top)
Your mortgage lender may let you stop paying the principal amount due on your loan during active duty service. Lenders are not required to do this but they generally try to work with servicemembers to keep them in their homes. You will still owe this amount, but will not have to repay it until after you complete active duty service.
Most lenders also have other programs to assist borrowers who can’t make their mortgage payments. If you or your spouse finds yourself in this position at any time before or after active duty service, contact your lender immediately and ask about loss mitigation options. If you have an FHA-insured loan and are having difficulty making mortgage payments, you may also be eligible for special forbearance and other loss mitigation options.
Am I protected against foreclosure?
Mortgage lenders may not foreclose while you are on active duty or within 90 days after military service without court approval., A lender would be required to show in court that your ability to repay the debt was not affected by your military service.
What information do I need to provide to my lender?
When you or your representative contacts your mortgage lender, you should provide the following information:
– Notice that you have been called to active duty
– A copy of the orders from the military notifying you of your activation
– Your FHA case number
– Evidence that the debt precedes your activation date
– HUD has reminded FHA lenders of their obligation to follow the SCRA. When notified that a borrower is on active military duty, an FHA lender must inform the borrower or representative of the adjusted payment amount due, provide adjusted coupons or billings, and ensure adjusted payments are not considered insufficient payments.
Will my payments change later? Will I need to pay back the interest rate “subsidy” at a later date?
The change in interest rate is not a subsidy. Interest in excess of 6% per year that would otherwise have been charged is forgiven. However, the reduction in the interest rate and monthly payment amount only applies during the period of active duty. Once the period of active military service ends, the interest rate will revert back to the original interest rate, and payments will be recalculated accordingly.
How long does the benefit last? Does the period begin and end with my tour of duty?
Interest rate reductions are only for the period of active military service. Other benefits, such as postponement (delaying) of monthly principal payments on the loan and restrictions on foreclosure, may begin immediately upon assignment to active military service and end on the third month following the term of active duty assignment.
How can I learn more about relief available to active duty military personnel?
Servicemembers who have questions about the SCRA or the protections they may be entitled to, can contact their unit judge advocate or installation legal assistance officer. Dependents of servicemembers can also contact or visit local military legal assistance offices where they live. A military legal assistance office locator for each branch of the armed forces is available at www.legalassistance.law.af.mil/content/locator.php
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Military Loans A Brief Synopsis
Military Loans A Brief Synopsis
Like anyone else, from time to time active and former personnel of the US Military will find themselves in need of some money fast. They may have a bill that needs paying, a project that needs completing, or a repair that needs done and not have the time to save up for it. That is where personal military loans come in. These loans are offered at a lower interest rate with favorable terms to those in the military or formerly in the military. Whether you were in the USAF, USMC, US Army, Navy, or even the National Guard you are eligible for these fast and easy loans available from many financial institutions.
Military loans can actually be used for a number of purposes. You can use them for bills that are running behind, repairs on your car or home, or even child related expenses that can surprise you. You can even use the money for a much needed vacation or debt consolidation. New baby on the way? You can use a military loan to pay for that new nursery or baby supplies you need at the last minute. The uses for a military loan are endless.
There are actually several military loans available. Some are good for anyone in any form of the armed forces. Others are for individual branches. You can get Air Force loans if you are a member of the Air Force, Marine loans for the marines, Navy loans for the Navy, and so forth. No matter how you serve, you can get loan service.
Your military loan will offer you a number of advantages. First of all, the interest rate is generally well below that offered to civilians for a personal loan. They are definitely lower than credit cards as well, which makes them good for card consolidation. Secondly, military loans are quick. You fill out an application, gives some information, and are given an answer in a matter of hours. The money can then be sent to you by wire, mail, or even direct deposit no matter where in the world you are. In fact, you can even have the money sent to a family member. Finally, even if you have credit problems or some debt out there already, military loans can often be approved for you. They are structured to be paid back through your military pay in many cases, so that late payment or late fees are never a factor. The money is gone before you get it, which is good for you. Finally, there is rarely any penalty for early payment of military loans.
Military loans are a great way to go if you are in the military and in a financial pinch. The benefits above should help you understand what a great deal this is for you. Take advantage and consolidate your credit cards, go on vacation, or decorate the nursery for your newest addition. Military loans are there for you in almost any situation.
Friday, September 6, 2013
Understanding Military Reserve Forces
Understanding Military Reserve Forces
Although many people tend to get the two confused, there is a rather significant difference between a military reserve and a military reserve force – a military reserve is a group of personnel who are employed by the military, but who are not committed to engage in battle by their commanding officer. This way, they are able to move quickly to address unexpected situations or unforeseen circumstances.
In order to do this effectively during battle, the military reserve is literally held back in a defensive position, just in case the enemy forces break through the front line. If the enemy makes a mistake or exposes a vulnerable area in their strategy, the military reserve can then be immediately committed to the battle. In some cases, the reserve may provide relief for the troops who are already engaged in fighting – like a second shift line.
A military reserve force is quite different, as it can be either composed of part-time military personnel or civilians, all of whom are available to be called upon to fight if there is need for defense against invasion or in order to mobilize against war. Unlike the military reserve, the military reserve force is not counted as part of a country’s permanent body of armed forces.
Why would a country bother with a military reserve force, in that case? Maintaining a reserve force allows a nation to reduce the amount of expenditures that might accumulate during times of peace, while ensuring that there is still a prepared force in case of war. In addition, there are some countries whose reserve force members are volunteers, committed only to a part-time obligation, but who would not be paid compensation should the country go to war. Nations such as Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States maintain voluntary reserve forces.
Since military reserve forces are not actively engaged in battle on a regular basis, other countries legislate that mandatory service in their military can be counted as time spent as a member of the military reserve force. Israel and the Republic of China have a compulsory number of years that each individual must spend as a member of the military reserve force, in addition to completing one’s national service.
There is a secondary type of military reserve force that functions slightly differently than the regular reserve forces, and this is known as the Home Guard. The Home Guard – such as the United States National Guard – is a military reserve force that is technically a militia, and can only be called upon to activate in the event of an invasion. The difference is that a Home Guard is composed strictly of civilians who have volunteered for the service, without part-time military personnel involved.
How does that differ from what is regularly referred to as a militia? On occasion, a militia can be referred to as a group of citizen soldiers who are disassociated with their government, or it can also be the term of reference for a country’s police force.
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Binoculars For Military Uses
Binoculars For Military Uses
You do not need any license for military binoculars like you would for any other military supply. it does not matter if you get them foe a gift or for your own use you can make sure that you are getting a binocular set that will give you the features you want by what you intend to do with it. It is so important to know what you need to find that pair of binoculars. The use of binoculars will be something that the military or anyone who loves to work in secret conditions will need to consider. The more you pay for them, the better the binoculars you will get.
If you are searching for a pair of binoculars that will bring everything right in to you so that you can see what is going on or for completing those military missions that require you to have tact and skill, you will need to understand what the numbers mean. If you will take a look at the titles that =re on the different binocular brands, you will notice that they all have numbers like 9×30 on them. The first number tells you what the magnification is. The nine would be nice times the magnification that it was before. The 30 would tell you that the lens is thirty millimeters across from one side to the other. It is a reminder of just what the pupil of a human eye does. The larger and wider it opens up to get lighter the better your vision will be in low to dark situations.
Fujinon Binoculars For Marine And Military Use
Fujinon offers many different types of models under the classifications of binoculars for military use: 7×50 BIF-SX US Navy Marine Binocular ($250) model F1006B, 7×50 BIF/R-SX US Navy Marine Binocular that have Retical ($300) model F1006C, 7×50 MTR-SX Fujinon Poseidon Armored Marine Binocular ($480) model F1105).
The Steiner Company Binoculars For Military Use
Steiner gives you a large choice of military style binoculars for use in tactical operations and also other events you may be a part of. 7×50 Steiner 1001 Commander V Marine Binoculars model ST1001 can be bought in a deep blue color to be dark and stealthy and is the Steiner companies greatest binocular for any marine and military use you can throw at it. These binoculars have a great 3-D optical system that is able to coral the light, as well as a high-definition optical coating for the clearest view. They give you a 30 year warranty and weighs about 3 pounds for about $800.
The Steiner 1001A Commander V Marine Binocular with the added Compass model ST1001A gives you the best high definition stabilizer compass and an option of the Steiner’s new 3-D optical system that givew you high tech ability with a CAT optical coating on them for the best clarity. These sets of binoculars are waterproof, fog proof and shockproof and have a 30-year warranty for $900. For more info see http://www.binoculars-rating.com/ on Binoclars
The next set is the Steiner 1001B Commander III with added Compass and Rangefinder in the model ST1001B and boasts heavy duty stabilizer compass and also a rangefinder. These binoculars are totally waterproof, fog proof, and made for protection from any drop. The ability of these binoculars to bring in light in low light situations is terrific. You can get a thirty year warranty on it and all for about $800.
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Wednesday, September 4, 2013
The Drawbacks Of Canceling Military Retirement Reform Act Of 1986
The Drawbacks Of Canceling Military Retirement Reform Act Of 1986
For military personnel who had served the United States with utmost dedication and service, it would be very difficult for them to recognize the issues that are more serious to the “national security” than how the men and women of the U.S. armed forces will benefit from military retirement.
In the U.S., military retirement plans are one of the best gratifications these people should have by the time they have reached their retirement age. Considering the services and dedication that the military personnel have offered, military retirement is the best reward to compensate their performances.
Today, under the Military Retirement Reform Act of 1986 (REDUX), military people are enjoying a 50% compensation based on their “basic salary” while they were still on service. This is after they have opted to retire upon accumulating 20 years of military service. This is applicable to any military personnel who have joined the service on or before July 31, 1986.
Consequently, based on REDUX rules, anyone who was able to join the military after July 31, 1986 is expected to receive 40% of his basic compensation upon completion of a 20-year service in the military.
However, with the perilous weaknesses of the government, the compensations that military retirement plans are expected to provide becomes a threat instead of a reward.
On its current state, the Federal government is presently considering the cancellation of REDUX. As a result, military retirement benefits will be fixed on a 50% compensation upon completion of 20-year service for all the personnel.
Sounds good? Think again.
While military retirement benefits may increase upon the cancellation of REDUX, many people still say that it is not advisable that the government should take drastic changes on important matters like the proposed REDUX cancellation.
Statistical reports show that abolishment of REDUX will charge the government a whopping $6 billion for the following 6 years and approximately $1.5 billion a year after that.
This may not sound like a disadvantage at all considering the fact that the military personnel are the ones who will benefit from such action.
However, what the opposition would like to say is that making significant changes in the military retirement plan is critical based on the following reasons:
1. Effect not clearly determined
The effects on maintenance of the military funds brought about by such major changes in the military retirement are hard to uncover in a snap. In fact, many people claim that the objectives of canceling REDUX were not even clearly put into details.
2. Changes like this are rare
Political and military analysts say that changes in the system like that of the military retirement plans are “politically” hard to establish. In essence, changes like the proposed REDUX cancellation are very uncommon.
For this reason, one can simply understand that people, especially those in the military, can still do away with what they have now. That means they can still survive for years without having to change the military retirement plans.
All of these things are boiled down to the fact that in a matter of serious change in an ongoing political system like the military retirement, important considerations must be made and taken into account before even thinking of drafting the proposal.
All sides of the coin must be well considered, both pensively and on purpose. Changes to be made in military retirement should not be dealt with as of the moment but more on the long-term effect.
The complexity of choices and issues concerning military retirement should not propose a threat on the personal growth of every individual who have served in the military.
Keep in mind that retirement is something that every worker should enjoy after his or her retirement age. The war is over. Why prolong the agony of the military people?
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Military Careers / 10 Extraordinary Reasons Why People Join The Military
Military Careers / 10 Extraordinary Reasons Why People Join The Military
It is hard to live with guns. This must have been the reason why many parents despise their son’s or even daughter’s decision to join the military. But those who persist in joining this institution insist the feeling is what they call “a call of duty.” This is when they feel they need to protect and fight for their beloved country.
However, some researchers had found out that people who join the military have mixed emotions, mixed sentiments and various reasons. All together, they compromise what seems to be the most diversified grounds for getting into the battlefield and fight for honor.
Hence, for those who wish to know why more and more people are joining the military, here is a list of 10 amazing yet strange reasons why they wanted to join the forces.
1. Financial reasons
One of the most intriguing reasons why people join the military is due to the bonuses and compensation that they will get.
The reason for this high-paying job is that the military recruitment program is actually experiencing a downfall in their program. In spite of the many contentions of the military people, they cannot dismiss the fact that for the past 10 years or so, they have been trying to recruit as many people as possible to join the military but to no avail.
That is why they have decided to increase the benefits and “enlistment bonuses.” These “enlistment bonuses” are juts the primary benefits that they and their family can obtain even just from the start of the enlistment.
Basically, the military people in the United States can obtain to as much as $70,000 as the government support in the studying of qualified service affiliates.
During the retirement, the military personnel can obtain as much as $100 in a month for the repayment of “tutorial assistance.”
Because of these benefits, the main target of the military recruitment is the college students who might want to take their time off from schooling. The military recruitment also focuses in recruiting high schoolers who are studying in a home school program.
With the remarkable financial benefits given by the military, who could resist such offer?
2. To be away from their parents
Funny as it may seem but many young boys are actually enticed to join the military because they wanted to stay away from their parents. 7 out of 10 high-school- age boys stated that their parents are so strict and demanding that they wanted to steer clear from them.
Hence, when opportunities like joining in the military along with the astonishing financial benefits, they would rather join the forces than to get spank and scolded by their moms.
3. A test of one’s courage
Joining the military is like a “daring” game, where people get to grab the chances of proving their courage and guts. Some say it is a man thing. It is as if when you join the military, you have somewhat proven to your neighborhood that you are brave enough to face Saddam or Bin Laden.
4. Good citizenship
Others say that the reason why they join the military is that they wanted to prove to their beloved country that they are good citizens and that they will defend the nation for as long as they can hold a gun and kill an Iraqi.
Sounds pathetic? Think again.
Some people think that joining a military is like paying tribute to the wonders that the United States was able to provide them. And yet, by the time they get into the war, they claim that the tribute is no longer present.
The problem is that there is no turning back.
5. To fight Al Qaeda and look for Osama Bin Laden
It may sound hilarious but this is actually one of the main reasons why some people join the military. In a recent survey, almost 35% out of the 100 interviewees responded that they wanted to help the American soldiers find Osama Bin Laden and bring down the forces of Al Qaeda.
In fact, this is one of the main reasons why Pat Tillman, a legendary football star, has finally decided to give up his sports career and join the military.
With this reason, it is as if the military is all about the Al Qaeda and Osama Bin Laden.
6. A good career
Another reason for joining the military is that people are enticed to do so because the recruiters say it is definitely a good career joining the military.
Just hope they are not lying.
7. Full time employment
For most people who had been completely jobless for almost 4 years, joining the military is a very attractive decision to make. Many insist that one of their main reasons why they join the service is because of the full time employment that they can achieve.
This would mean a the end of their job hunting, another four years not worrying anymore what to eat and where to buy their baby’s diapers, and a secured future, maybe not for them but for their family.
8. Family tradition
It is the way it is. Some people join the military because everyone in the family is doing it. Not much choice, huh?
9. To learn new skills
People who have these reasons are the adventurous type. They seek newer skills that they can master, and military seems to be the only way to gain such expertise.
10. Pride
Some people join the military because having those badges on their soldiers makes them proud of themselves. It is as if being a soldier is the most honorable job any one could ever have.
Some of these reasons may sound hilarious, while others sound so pathetic. For those who still want to join the military with reasons that are not included here, just think before you act. As they say, whoever lights a match will definitely get burn.
Saturday, August 31, 2013
NEW 2013 - RARE LIVE LEAK VIDEO - U.S. Cargo Plane Crashes in Afghanistan Airfield / Killing 7
NEW 2013 - RARE LIVE LEAK VIDEO - U.S. Cargo Plane Crashes in Afghanistan Airfield / Killing 7
Boeing 747 Crashes in Bagram Airfield - Caught on Tape
A civilian cargo plane crash at Bagram Air Field north of Kabul in Afghanistan, killing the 7 American crew members. 29/04/2013 [Best Footage]
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