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The Deployment Center for US Military
Military Advantage Deployment Center
 
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Analysts Say Taliban Getting Stronger
The continued strengthening of Taliban militants and the expansion of coalition troop footprints are part of the reason that foreign troop deaths in Afghanistan topped those in Iraq for the second straight month. More...

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Active Duty Deployment

  • Deployment Guide
  • Legal Preparation
  • Financial Preparation
  • Medical Benefits
  • Family Emergencies
  • Support Services
  • Worst-Case Scenario


    		• Reserve/Guard Deployment

  • Deployment Guide
  • Job Protection
  • Legal Preparation
  • Financial Preparation
  • Medical Care
  • New Pay & Benefits
  • Support Services


    		•  Deployment and the Family

  • Deployment Guide
  • Coping
  • Family Safety
  • Keeping in Touch
  • Kids & Separation
  • Family Checklist
  • Emotional Phases


    • Toolkit Returning From Deployment?
    Get the important information and links you need to aid you in your transition, with the Returning Servicemembers Guide.
    Benefits Updates
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  • Overseas Citizens Voters Week
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    Discussions
  • Army IRR Mobilization....Help!
  • Deployment Book
  • Leaving Kuwait/To Iraq

    • kitup
    Get tips and info on how to transition successfully. Download the Preseparation Guide and the Transition Guide. Start here. Build your own Transition Plan.

    kitup
    We want to know about the items that made things bearable during a deployment or that allowed you to accomplish your mission. Maybe your gear even saved your life.
    Tell us about your gear...

    "Must Have" Deployment Gear for Servicemembers
    Everything from Camelbak Thermo's to Altama Military Desert Boots.
    deployment gear

    supply store
    Get it here. Essential gear, new and surplus materials -- all you need in one place at the lowest prices available. More...
    Deployment Update


    Total Reserve/Guard Active: 114,066
     Change from Last Week: -318
    Total Activated Members:
    Army Natl. Guard & Reserve: 87,791
    Navy Reserve: 5,601
    Air Natl. Guard & AF Reserve: 11,431
    Marine Corps Reserve: 8,456
    Coast Guard Reserve: 787
    Cumulative Roster of National Guard and Reserve Currently on Active Duty

    Last updated on June 25, 2008
    Deployment Resource Toolkit

    http://www.military.com/military-fitness/

    Fitness Center
    Physical preperation is essential before deployment. Get all of the fitness advice you need before you go.


    ToolkitSpotlight: Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)
    If you're being called up to active duty, SCRA can be your best friend. Learn how to use this important benefit here.


    ToolkitPrimary Sections
    Active Duty Deployment
    Reserve/Guard Deployment
    Deployment & the Family
    Post-Deployment Guide

    Hot Links

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    		• Kit Up! Tell us About Your Gear
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    		• Suggested Gear for Deployment
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    		• Active Duty Pay
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    		• Active Duty Medical Benefits
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    		• Servicemembers' Civil Relief Act (SCRA)
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    		• Uniformed Services Employment And Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
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    		• Family Care Plan
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    		• Survivor Benefits
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    		• Family Checklist
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    		• Relocation Center
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    		• Military Law
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    		• Benefits Updates
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    		• How to Support the Troops
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    		• Navy Family Ombudsman/ Deployment Support Program
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    		• Navy Mutual Aid Association
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    		• Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) - Ombudsman Services