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The Deployment Center for US Military
Military Advantage Deployment Center
 
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Mail Bridges Distance Between Troops, Families
In the heat of Iraq’s deserts, mail continues to bridge the distance between “Iron Soldiers” and their families. Even in today’s age of advanced technological communications, nothing compares to being able to hold a letter or open a package pieced together with affection by someone at home. More...

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Spotlights
 
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
  • President Signs Tax Relief Act
  • Bill to Force Pre-deployment Counseling
  • Helping Troops Call Home
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    Discussions
  • Back safe from the sandbox!!!
  • We need info on ending a lease before deployment.
  • Reserve soldiers being deployed?

    • 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: 110,421
     Change from Last Week: -1,378
    Total Activated Members:
    Army Natl. Guard & Reserve: 84,570
    Navy Reserve: 5,727
    Air Natl. Guard & AF Reserve: 11,148
    Marine Corps Reserve: 8,189
    Coast Guard Reserve: 787
    Cumulative Roster of National Guard and Reserve Currently on Active Duty

    Last updated on July 16, 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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    		• 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