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12 great jobs for veterans, with or without a degree

Returning to civilian life after years of service is bittersweet. Having more time with family is a blessing, but after getting used to an intense job that comes with lots of rules and regulations, it’s unnerving for some to suddenly have the freed…

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ByJessica Evans
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ByBlake Stilwell
How a dishonorable discharge can ruin your life
ByHarold C. Hutchison
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Why the Certificate of Appreciation is a slap in the face to troops
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