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The Deployment Center for US Military
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Gates Cautions Against 'Next-war-itis'
The Pentagon must focus on current war demands, even if it means straining the U.S. armed forces and devoting less time and money on future threats, Defense Secretary Robert Gates said Tuesday in a speech to journalists at the Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank. 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.
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    • 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: 101,012
     Change from Last Week: -1,645
    Total Activated Members:
    Army Natl. Guard & Reserve: 78,982
    Navy Reserve: 5,014
    Air Natl. Guard & AF Reserve: 8,088
    Marine Corps Reserve: 8,581
    Coast Guard Reserve: 347
    Cumulative Roster of National Guard and Reserve Currently on Active Duty

    Last updated on May 7, 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

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