GI Bill Benefits Change Faces Active Soldiers
DoD says soldiers now on active duty do not lose benefits from Ford May 7 1975 Vietnam Era proclamation. New enlistees may lose several VA programs but still keep GI Bill education and loan guarantees. President seeks to end education benefits for those entering service after June 30 1975 with a 1985 end date.
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Firing Mast for WACS Introduces Defensive Weapons Training
After June 30 all enlisted women entering the active Army and reserve components must take a defensive weapons training course as part of basic training. The program includes qualification with the M-18 rifle and does not place women in direct combat roles or units. Women enlisting after June 30 will be notified in their contracts. active and reserve personnel must take the training before reenlistment, with WAC officers required to similar training.
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