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Members of the Marine Corps League join together in camaraderie and fellowship for the purpose of preserving the traditions and promoting the interests of the United States Marine Corps.
Dedicated to the members and friends
The Patriot Files is dedicated to the preservation of military history
Alpha Co. of the Vietnam Brotherhood, Welcome Home my Brothers & Sisters
Military Search is a hand edited military website search engine
COMMITTED TO THE STUDY & PRESERVATION OF 20th CENTURY UNITED KINGDOM & INTERNATIONAL PILLBOXES & ANTI-INVASION DEFENCES
Military and Patriotic website 'OTVAGA'
Military photos, IFVs and APCs of The World, Wars and Conflicts, Weapons at War
History of Vietnam service of the Patrol Craft Fast (PCF) or SWIFT BOAT, 1965-70 and listings of the crews that served on them
spaceshuttlememorial.com was built in remembrance of, and as a tribute to, the brave shuttle astronauts that gave their lives in the pursuit of knowledge.
Dedicated to the unforgotten heroes, KIA, MIA, and veterans who have passed before us.
A U.S.Veteran's Advocacy blogroll homepage for all wars and for all generations of U.S. Veterans.
We are historians, history buffs, or other people who love the Civil War. We combine our talents to present our knowledge of this period in our nation's history.
Military History Blog is dedicated to educating people on military history. It will cover many areas, from ancient military to present times, but the primary focus will be on the US Army.
This site explores the military history and general history of Canada and the United States from 1607-1815.
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Doomed Soldiers - The Untold Story
An all-volunteer project dedicated to the history of men and women of Polish Anti-Communist Armed Resistance.
Ergens in Nederland 1939-1945 (Somewhere in the Netherlands 1939-1945)
This site is about my collection. I collect original items from WW2, especially about the war in the North of the Netherlands. I have a little museum, and I organize exhibitions at schools & museums
Pictures, locations, information about bunkers from WW2, The Atlantikwall and the Cold War.
Foro de estudio sobre las guerras a lo largo de la Historia
Wehrmacht Info - La Segunda Guerra Mundial
Wehrmacht Info, portal de información sobre el ejercitos aleman en la segunda guerra mundial, condecoraciones, uniformes, armas, divisiones, equipamiento etc.
The purpose of this Civil War blog is to help you Learn Civil War History. You are invited to read about a crucial time in the history of the United States, the Civil War.
Author's musings about Civil War naval history and other aspects of NC history and the history profession. Includes posts on books, F&I, Rev War, and War of 1812 history as well.
Field Artillery and Artillery Schools for War Between the States Reenactors. As are affiliated with the Loyal Train of Artillery Chapter of the United States Field Artillery Association.
For Vietnam Veterans having served in Thailand, Laos and Cambodia and any other interested party. You will find links to Military related, Veterans Organizations and TLCB Member sites.
Nelson enlisted in a NY inf regt participating in engagements from Bull Run to Burnside's Mud March. Mustered out and six months later, enlisted in a NY cav reg't. Wounded during the Wilson-Kautz Raid
Ramsey's First Georgia Volunteer Infantry
Dedicated to Colonel James N. Ramsey's First Georgia Volunteer Infantry. This regiment, the first organized in Georgia for the Confederate Army, saw service in Florida and Virginia.
545th Military Police Association
We are the highest decorated MP Company in the US Army. We're truly a band of brothers and sisters and it is here at this site where you can reconnect with your brothers and sisters.
USS Monticello LSD 35 Virtual Homeport
USS Monticello LSD-35 Virtual Homeport. Dedicated to the crew of the USS Monticello from 1957-1985. This site contains Naval History of the USS Monticello LSD-35 which is a Navy Landing Ship Dock.
Ce site est conçu pour aider a trouver des explications, des descriptions, de la documentations et toutes sortes de renseignements sur les véhicules militaires de l'IDF,la force de défense israélienne
WW1 military vehicles & equipment color drawings
Page dedicated to the war of the Malvinas/Falklands: history, photos, documentary, archives, music, videos, webcam, links★★★★★
Actual letters written during WWII. Written during training, and during combat. More content added weekly. Photos too!
Bouhammer's Afghan and Military Blog
An award-winning blog written exclusively on operations in Afghanistan, the geo-political landscape of Afghanistan and other military related topics.
Historia militar de todas las épocas.
Military Top sites
F-104 G STARFIGHTER (The G is for Germany)
The myth from view of the ground personnel - you find a lot of detailed technical information and background knowledge of the Starfighter and the maintenance jobs at AB of the GAF's at that time.
This biography provides a revealing insight of the ARVN and a unique perspective of the Vietnam War
F-16 Falcon, F-14 Tomcat, Ah-64 Apache, Battleships and Aircraft carriers of WW2, Merkava, YF-23, YF-12/SR-71, HMS Victory, F/A-18 Hornet, HMS Hood
Soviet-Afghanian War 1979-1989
Site about the history of the Soviet-Afghanian War 1979-1989. Very much photos and informations!
Contemporary European Archivist
Site about the history of the Special operation in Europe during the Second World War. Very much photos and variouse articles.
The History of the Desert Rats
Brief History of the British 7th Armoured Division, plus the 4th and 7th Armoured Brigades. The Desert Rats, The Black Rats and The Green Jerboa
DE-357.com The Destroyer Escort George E. Davis
The U.S.S. George E. Davis, a Destroyer Escort, hull number DE-357, was commissioned in August 1944. This website is dedicated to the gallant men that served aboard her. Photos. Audio. Video.
Italian Campaign and Historical WWII Website
Actual Letter written during the Vietnam War. List of medal of honor recipients. Missing in Action. Take a Look.
Everything about local POW Sites and Conflicts of the 20th century!!! uniforms, medels and much more!!
USS Blandy DD-943 Association Home Page
USS Blandy DD943 sailors can find old friends and shipmates. You can also join the association, get reunion information.
B Troopers from Ft KNOX, VIETNAM, FT HOOD, AFGHANISTAN AND FT CAMPBELL
Site for former member of 195th AHC and supported units
281st Assault Helicopter Company, Nha Trang, Republic of Vietnam from June 1966 to December 1970, assigned to 10th Combat Avn Bn, attached to 5th Special Forces HQ in support of Project Delta.
US Airborne During World War 2
U S Airborne during World War 2 includes Rolls of Honor, Unit Histories, Memories and trooper picture
This site is dedicated to all who served in the US armed forces in Vietnam; and especially to the members of the 124th Transportation Company, the 11th Transportation Battalion, the 4th Transportation
366th SPS K-9, Da Nang AB, Vietnam
A meeting site for people who served with the 366th SPS K-9 as Sentry Dog Handlers at Da Nang Air Base in Vietnam
Pictures of the Vietnam War taken by my father Roy Gibson
Coast Guard Sea veterans of America
Coast Guard Sea veterans of America
USS Edward McDonnell (DE-1043)
USS Edward McDonnell (DE-1043)
This is a memorial website honoring my father Rosendo F. Beloz WWII and Korean War Veteran and all Veterans. I design free graphics and banners for Veteran websites
Everything about the Dutch APC DAF YP-408
SMS "von der Tann" und SM U 54 - Photo Site
Photographs of the battlecruiser SMS "von der Tann" 1914 - 1916 and the submarine SM U 54 from 1916 - 1918
The history of the USS BLACK (DD-666).
A Tour on Board a Swift Boat, Vietnam
Chief Dave Campbell's celebration of one of the oldest Naval Rates - the Navy Boatswains Mate (BM), and his own experiences as a Deck Seaman and later, Chief Boatswains Mate (BMC) in the U.S. Navy
DELTA COMPANY 1st Battalion 27th Marines Vietnam 1968
A Tribute to the Men of DELTA COMPANY 1st Battalion 27th Marines 1967 & Vietnam 1968
Swift Boat Sailors Association
The Swift Boat Sailors Association is a veteran's organization created by and for the personnel who manned or supported U.S. Navy PCFs (Patrol Craft Fast or Swift Boats) assigned to Coastal Squadron
World War 2 Plus 55
7th Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment
History and Nominal ROlls of 7RAR in Vietnam, Timor, Iraq and Afghanistan
Our goal is to save the USS Charles F. Adams DDG-2, the first Guided Missile Destroyer and the US Navy’s first Guided Missile Ship, as a museum ship, to honor ALL of the Adams Class DDG's.
A 100% Free Site where Marines, Corpsman, Family Members and Other Branches can meet, communicate and have fun without the drama. Requires registration.
Site about the history of the foreign policy during XX Century.
Touch the Wall is a unique look at our Vietnam Veteran Memorial heroes lives, informative but answers everyones questions. I care because many in my generation can no longer
The Second World War in a photo.
Over 28000 Second world war photo from different countries. Ammunitions, weapons, airforce, flags, WWII banknotes collection and more.
The Legacy of Valor - Vietnam Helicopter Images and Artifacts
Dedicated to the rememberance of the men and women who fought the helicopter war in Vietnam.
Vietnam War History Site, updated daily, Supporting Veterans and Military, Veterans Report, Military Report, benefit links, Vietnam Veteran Guestbook, Danang area photos, Vietnam 1968, China Beach
International War Veterans Poetry Archives (IWVPA)
Poetry, Prose, Short Stories and Articles by War Veterans and Friends of War Veterans from around the world about Veterans, War and its consequences
Todd Plesco Desert Storm Gallery
US Marine Corps Communications-Electronics in Desert Storm by Todd Plesco
Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc
Chartered by Congress - serving our troops and veterans since 1942. We are the mothers of all active duty troops and veterans.
Blog de las Fuerzas de Defensa de la República Argentina
Este es un blog dedicado a temas de defensa con especial referencia al caso argentino. Se publican también opiniones, notas y análisis de historia militar.
News for Veterans
Veterans Benefits Information is an online guide to VA benefits.
Actual letters written during WWI. Written during training, and during combat. More content added weekly. Photos too!
The Military Rifle Journal is a bi-monthly newsletter dedicated to the identification, usage and history of the world's military rifles.
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Online battle and battlefield guide. Articles, maps, images, files, videos, ORBATS.
Memorial to Ship and Crew of the USS Hanc-ck CV/CVA-19
Home of the Marines and Sailors of C co 1ST BN 7TH Marines
On 24 October 1942, the 1st Marine Division was occupying a defensive position around Henderson Field on Guadalcanal. The 1st Battalion 7th Marines, commanded by LtCol Lewis B “Chesty” Puller helped f
Cobble John and the 4th Cavalry Group
This site is dedicated to our grandfather PFC John Bruszewski and chronicles his journey with the 4th Cavalry Group in WW 2
Libertarian Paratrooper's rants and pontifications
Topsite dedicated to websites about World War 2
National Support, Information, Programs, Assistance, and Care for Troops, Veterans, & Families! VA/GOV Forms - Comfort Irems - Friendship - Networking
Foro sobre actualidad militar, armamento, tecnologia y sistemas
ASKERI VE STRATEJIK SITE
Military history and history of military art of different historical epoch. History of the Second world war, history of the Third Reich, German tank armies and armies SS.
Once a Marine, Always a Marine
A place for current or formerly active duty Marines to read and tell stories.
Charlie Company,1st Battalion 8th Cavalry, 1968
This site is dedicated to the men of Charlie Company,1st Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile),
Archivio Militare Neapel - A forum where we talk about miltaria Italian, German and worldwide until 1945. In-depth with tabs and image properly studied for the Forum.
About Marines In Vietnam History
Military-historical site of WWII
Military-historical site of WWII. Russian view on war.
Huge collection photos of world armies.
This site is dedicated to all U.S. Navy ships named USS Oklahoma City, including CL-91, CLG-5, CG-5 and SSN-723.
Belgian Airfield Defence and Air Commandos
Website about the Belgian Airfield Defence and Air Commandos. Operations in the Congo.
A social network for those who served in the far east and asia. All eras. Navy, Marines, Air Force, Army, CG, Dependents, GS/CIVS welcome.
Military weapons and equipment
Military news and weapons reference of the army, navy, and air force with picture and detail specifications
http://www.fuerzasmilitares.org/
Website dedicado a las Fuerzas Militares y de Policía de la República de Colombia.
Kamov Coaxial Helicopters site. Best Kamov Helicopters site.
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Asker TV, Askeri Video Sitesi, Mehmetçik, Vatan, Asker, Haber, Video, Savunma, Sanayii, Türk Silahlý
The Battles of the American Civil War were fought between April 12, 1861 and May 12–13, 1865 in 23 states and naval engagements
European Scientist and Jounalist
150 books, research articles and journalist topics about the military history of our world
Данный сайт - это военно-политический обозреватель, предназначен для ознакомления с информацией о событиях, которые нас окружают. Installed translator site
Gruppe der Sowjetischen Streitkräfte in Deutschland, GSSD
Gruppe der Sowjetischen Streitkräfte in Deutschland, GSSD
Tam Baðýmsýz Bir Türkiye Ýçin Yerli Savunma Sanayi
ROYAL NAVY
RAF
BRITISH ARMY
US ARMY
Admiral of the Fleet
Marshal of the Royal Air Force
Field-Marshal
General of the Army
Admiral
Air Chief Marshal
General
General
Vice-Admiral
Air Marshal
Lieutenant-General
Lieutenant General
Rear-Admiral
Air Vice Marshal
Major-General
Major General
Commodore
Air Commodore
Brigadier
Brigadier General
Captain
Group Captain
Colonel
Colonel
Commander
Wing Commander
Lieutenant-Colonel
Lieutenant Colonel
Lieutenant-Commander
Squadron Leader
Major
Major
Lieutenant
Flight Lieutenant
Captain
Captain
Sub-Lieutenant
Flying Officer
Lieutenant
1st Lieutenant
Midshipman
Pilot Officer
2nd Lieutenant
2nd Lieutenant
Warrant Officer 1
Warrant Officer
Warrant Officer 1
Warrant Officer 1
Warrant Officer 2
N/A
Warrant Officer 2
Sergeant Major/
Command Sergeant Major
Chief Petty Officer
Flight Sergeant
Staff Sergeant
Master Sergeant/
1st Sergeant
Petty Officer
Sergeant
Sergeant
Master Sergeant/
1st Sergeant
Leading Hand
Corporal
Corporal
Corporal/
Specialist 4th Class
N/A
Senior Aircraftman
Lance-Corporal
N/A
Able Rate / Marine
Aircraftman
N/A
Private 1st Class
Able Rate (2)
Aircraftman
Private
Private (E2)
3 Day Military Diet Menu with Meal Plan (Phase I)
Below is the exact 3 day meal plan you should follow during the first phase of the army diet.
Day 1
This is the day 1 military diet meal plan. It contains around 1,300 calories.
Breakfast:
§ 1 slice of Wholegrain toast with 2 tablespoons of peanut butter.
§ 1/2 Grapefruit.
§ 1 cup of coffee or tea.
Lunch:
§ A slice of whole grain toast.
§ 1/2 cup of Tuna.
§ 1 cup of coffee or tea.
Dinner:
§ 3-Oz (85 grams) serving of any meat
§ 1 cup of green beans.
§ 1 small apple.
§ 1/2 banana.
§ 1 cup Vanilla ice cream.
Day 2
Here is what you should be eating on the three day military diet day 2 menu. It contains around 1,100 calories.
Breakfast:
§ 1 slice of toast (whole grain).
§ 1 hard-boiled egg.
§ 1/2 banana.
Lunch:
§ 1 hard-boiled egg.
§ A cup of cottage cheese.
§ 5 saltine crackers.
Dinner:
§ 2 hot dogs without bun.
§ 1/2 cup of carrots and 1/2 cup of broccoli.
§ ½ banana.
§ 1/2 cup of vanilla ice cream.
Day 3
Here is the breakdown of day 3 menu. It contains around 1,000 calories.
Breakfast:
§ 1 slice of cheddar cheese.
§ 5 saltine crackers.
§ A small apple.
Lunch:
§ 1 slice of toast.
§ One egg (hard boiled or cooked according to your likes)
Dinner:
§ A cup of tuna.
§ 1/2 banana.
§ 1 cup of vanilla ice cream.
Officer Ranks
Officer Cadet
This is the rank held during initial officer training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
Second Lieutenant
The first rank held on commissioning. It is normally held for up to 2 years, during which time they complete special to arms training relevant to their Corps. Afterwards they are responsible for leading up to 30 soldiers in a platoon or troop, both in training and on operations.
Lieutenant
Lieutenant is a rank typically held for up to 3 years. They normally command of a platoon or troop of around 30 soldiers, but with experience comes increased responsibilities. They also have the opportunity to gain specialised skills outside their unit.
Captain
Captains are normally made second-in-command of a sub-unit of up to 120 soldiers. They are key players in the planning and decision-making process, with tactical responsibility for operations on the ground as well as equipment maintenance, logistic support and manpower.
Major
Promotion to Major follows between 8-10 years service. Typically a Major will be given command of a sub-unit of up to 120 officers and soldiers with responsibility for their training, welfare and administration both in camp and on operations, as well as the management of their equipment.
Lieutenant Colonel
Lieutenant Colonels typically command units of up to 650 soldiers, containing four or five sub-units. They are responsible for the overall operational effectiveness of their unit in terms of military capability, welfare and general discipline. Typically a two-year appointment.
Colonel
Colonels are not usually field commanders (except in the Royal Army Medical Corps) - typically they serve as staff officers between field commands at battalion/brigade level. It is the lowest of the staff ranks and they are the principal operational advisors to senior officers.
Brigadier (aka 1 star)
Brigadier is not considered to be a General Officer rank by the British Army but rather a Field officer rank. Brigadiers can command a brigade or be a director of operational capability groups such as a director of staff.
Major General (aka 2 star)
Major Generals command formations of division size and the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, and hold senior staff appointments in the Ministry of Defence and other headquarters.
Lieutenant General (aka 3 star)
Lieutenant Generals command formations of Corps size and other commands in the UK and overseas, and hold very senior staff appointments in the Ministry of Defence and other headquarters.
General (aka 4 star)
Generals hold the most senior appointments - such as the Chief of Defence Staff, Vice Chief of Defence Staff, Chief of the General Staff, Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe, and Commander in Chief Land Forces.
Private
On completion of Phase 1 Training, all new soldiers start as Privates although the title may be Trooper, Gunner, Signaller, Sapper, Guardsman Rifleman or even Kingsman depending on Corps/Regiment.
Lance Corporal
Promotion to Lance Corporal may follow after Phase 2 Training or after about 3 years as a private. Lance Corporals are required to supervise a small team of up to four soldiers called a section. They also have opportunities to specialise and undertake specialist military training.
Corporal
After 6-8 years, and depending on ability to lead, promotion to Corporal typically follows. In this rank additional trade and instructor qualifications can be gained. Corporals are given command of more soldiers and equipment such as tanks and guns.
Sergeant
Sergeant is a senior role of responsibility, promotion to which typically takes place after 12 years depending on ability. Sergeants typically are second in command of a troop or platoon of up to 35 soldiers, with the important responsibility for advising and assisting junior officers.
Staff/Colour Sergeant
After a few years as a Sergeant promotion to either Staff or Colour Sergeant may follow. This is a senior role combining man and resource management of around 120 soldiers, or even command of a troop or platoon.
Warrant Officer Class 2
(Company/Squadron Sergeant Major)
This is a senior management role focussing on the training, welfare and discipline of a company, squadron or battery of up to 120 soldiers. WO2s act as senior adviser to the Major in command of the sub-unit and may also be selected for a commission as an Officer.
Warrant Officer Class 1
(Regimental Sergeant Major)
The most senior soldier rank in the British Army, typically reached after 18 years of outstanding service. WO1s are the senior advisors of their unit's Commanding Officer, with leadership, discipline and welfare responsibilities of up to 650 officers and soldiers and equipment.