Introduction What many people may not realise is that after returning home from battle, veterans can often face difficult challenges. Many are left with debilitating injuries which can make it hard, or even impossible, to return to their previous line of work. As a result, they may find themselves struggling financially. Fortunately, there are a… Read More
Introduction To show their respect and gratitude, many retailers offer military discounts to military personnel, including active duty, veterans, first-responders, reservists, and families of the Armed Forces. Most eligible shoppers can save as much as 50% on their shopping by presenting a military ID or by filling out an online application to quicken the process.… Read More
Introduction Veterans may be done fighting in the military, but many people do not realise that some continue to fight addiction and substance abuse. And, it is more common than people may think, which is why addiction help for veterans is available. But, why are veterans more likely to struggle with addiction anyway? How Common… Read More
Introduction Are you getting jittery about finding gainful employment after leaving military service? Every year, thousands of former service members find themselves thrust into the civilian economy with many curiosities ahead of them. While it is helpful that the Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) administers a one-day employment preparation workshop for all transitioning service… Read More
Introduction The South African Legion is the oldest military veterans organisation in South Africa. It is referred to simply as the SA Legion or even ‘The Legion’ and is one of the largest independent military veterans charities in South Africa. Brief History After suffering the horrors of war in France and Flanders, thousands of men… Read More
Introduction The Royal New Zealand Returned and Services’ Association, best known simply as the RSA, is one of the largest voluntary welfare organisations in New Zealand and one of the oldest ex-service organisations in the world. Background Wounded soldiers returning from the Gallipoli Campaign, World War I, founded the organisation in 1916, and it received… Read More
Introduction The Royal Canadian Legion is a non-profit Canadian ex-service organisation (veterans’ organisation) founded in 1925. Membership includes people who have served as military, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, provincial and municipal police, Royal Canadian Air, Army and Sea Cadets, direct relatives of members and also affiliated members. Membership is now also open to the general… Read More
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