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Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: Summer Olympics 2021 & Post-War Reflections on the Last Tokyo Games We continue our Summer Olympics coverage today with a moving article from our own advisory board member, and two-time Olympic gold medalist Donna de Varona.

Military & Veterans Life Cover Story: 57 Years Later, Reflections on the Olympics and Post-War Tokyo The global pandemic that reshaped how we function and interact as humans left no corner of the world untouched. Every aspect of our lives changed on the personal level, but the cancellation or disruption of seemingly invincible cultural touchstones like the Olympics served as stunning reminders of the uncertain times we all endured. An event that intertwines and invigorates the world once every four years is needed now more than ever after a period of such isolating international disconnect and despair. After countless fits and starts threatened to condemn the 2020 Tokyo Olympics as collateral damage of the pandemic, we will soon get to enjoy what the Japanese refer to as the “Recovery Games” After all, Japan won the right to host the Olympics on July 16, 2011 just months after 18,000 Japanese lost their lives during the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster.

Military & Veterans Life Cover Story: Military Olympians bound for Tokyo The Tokyo Summer Olympics are finally happening this month, after being delayed a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite barring spectators for safety reasons, the Games will continue as planned. And, in keeping with tradition, our U.S. military will be represented: three coaches and 17 of the 614 American athletes competing this time are military members.

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: Independence Day Weekend 2021 for our Military and Veterans Happy 4th of July weekend from Veterans Advantage! May you and family have a restful weekend, and be safe as we celebrate our nation’s independence and 245th Birthday.

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: The Meaning of Memorial Day 2021 With Memorial Day next weekend, we all experience the temptation to go out, celebrate and enjoy our lives again. We’ve earned it, after 15 months of sacrifice, fear and uncertainty. And yet, at the same time, we must remember the true meaning of this “holiday”, the recognition of the hundreds of thousands of those who made the ultimate sacrifice, to preserve our liberties.

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: National Military Spouse Appreciation Day Every year, on the Friday before Mother’s Day, we honor spouses of our U.S. military through National Military Spouse Appreciation Day. Today’s that day!

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: Getting Ready for National Military Appreciation Month As the calendar changes from April to May, we turn our attention to one of my favorite times of the year: National Military Appreciation Month.

Military & Veterans Life Cover Story: My Daughter - A Patriot Tale One seldom reads of patriot tales today. Rather it is about so-called heroes. But there are among us many former military service members who have what may seem to be rather mundane experiences in the Armed Services, but which are clearly tales of American patriotism. They are seldom recorded, especially those of women who have served.

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: Remember the Medal of Honor This week’s “National Medal of Honor Day” was created to “foster public appreciation and recognition of Medal of Honor Recipients.” As a board member of the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation, this day holds special meaning for me. It is our nation’s highest military honor and represents the six values of courage, sacrifice, patriotism, citizenship, integrity, and commitment. David Semour, a West Point graduate, Army veteran, chief operating officer of American Airlines and a partner of Veterans Advantage, leads the Foundation as its Chairman.

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: February is Black History Month I’m honored and privileged to serve as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Medal of Honor Foundation. I’m proud to support the work and values of an extraordinary group of Americans, the Medal of Honor Society and its 69 living recipients.

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: Super Bowl Head Coaches Andy Reid & Bruce Arians Had Military Dads We hope you enjoy today's VetFamily feature story on Kansas City Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid, the

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: Our National Guard's Birthday & the Latest Holiday Exclusives First off, a big shout out and a Happy Birthday to the U.S. Army National Guard. Our "citizen soldiers" are 384 years old this week! Organized on December 13th, 1636, they met for their first drill three months later, on the village green in Salem, Massachusetts.

Military & Veterans Life Scott’s View: Veterans Day 2020 is Coming Up Fast -- Are You Ready? We’re less than a month away from Veterans Day. Wow. It is hard to believe because I often feel like we’ve been in a time machine since March with the start of the pandemic. But there’s something about the word “November” that always brings me back home, to remembering service and my fellow veterans.

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: Our 9/11 Response: The Invasion of Afghanistan 19 Years Ago On October 7, 2001, our nation responded to the 9/11 attacks. Operation Enduring Freedom started with the invasion of Afghanistan. Known as Operation Freedom's Sentinel since 2015, it is the longest war in US history.

Military & Veterans Life Scott’s View: First Day of Fall 2020 & Preparing for the Future Can you believe the first day of fall has arrived? With hopes for a coronavirus vaccine emerging and a presidential election on the horizon, our nation is entering a period of uncertainty like nothing before in recent memory. No matter what the future holds, we’re committed to creating new offers for your lifestyle and everyday needs. Shop Veterans Advantage first by checking out our Military Discounts Marketplace daily.

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Military & Veterans Life Cover Story: Tuskegee Airmen “You’ve got to know inside that racism is wrong,” said Captain Roscoe C. Brown Jr. “You’ve got to know inside that you have the capacity like anybody else, and when given the opportunity, you will overcome.”

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: Darryl Hammond’s Story Reminds us to Take Care of our Military Families This week’s VetFamily profile of Darryl Hammond is a somber reminder of the silent casualties of war. The son of a World War II veteran, his childhood was haunted by the repercussions of dad’s PTSD that was not properly addressed. And while Hammond became a successful comedian and Saturday Night Live entertainer, he never quite escaped the chilling reminders of his youth. The good news is that he ultimately found closure and recovery after his father’s death. His story is a vivid reminder that we as a country and as individuals have a sacred obligation to address the silent illnesses of war, and find and provide the care and therapies for those in need, our military and veterans and their families.

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: VetFamily for Pink & Remembering the Korean War Armistice Our VetFamily this week is the iconic pop singer Pink. The daughter of a Vietnam veteran with many other vets in her family, Pink is passionate about veterans and military causes:

Military & Veterans Life VetRewards Exclusives: summer cookout Summer is the season for cookouts, and as staying outside appears to be the safest place from COVID-19, I hope you have your grill ready to go!

Military & Veterans Life A Message from Our Founders: Shop Safely in Stores Almost exactly four months ago, our world changed overnight.

Military & Veterans Life Independence Day 2020: A Time to Come Together With Independence Day coming up, many of us are thinking of what’s different this summer of 2020, and the 244th birthday of our nation. With many states dialing back their opening plans, and others cautious with limits on beach gatherings and fireworks shows, it has prompted many of whom I know to think about those who need us. In other words, let’s remember those who depend on us rather than Independence.

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: Father’s Day Discounts for Military & Veterans Father’s Day 2020 is Sunday, June 21! Come celebrate the fathers in your family on this special day. This Benefits Alert highlights our top companies who offer exclusive benefits for you to surprise and please the father in your family. Check them out!

Military & Veterans Life Benefits Update: Discover Our Expanded Food Benefits For Enjoyable Summer Dining With May coming to a close, our country still faces uncertainty surrounding the start of summer. We hope you and your loved ones continue to protect yourselves with recommended safeguards and remain healthy, as we slowly transition out of our homes.

Military & Veterans Life Memorial Day 2020 & The National Moment of Remembrance On this Memorial Day, let us all remember all who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedoms and our nation. At 3 pm local time today, we are calling on you to pause for our National Moment of Remembrance, to remember those before us who have perished.

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