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(Advertisement) Rent a Rolls-Royce in Dubai: everything you need to know

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(Advertisement) What are Challenge Coins and How You Can Make Your Own!

Despite what their name might suggest at first glance, challenge coins were not, historically at least, meant as a reward for completing a challenge. During the 17th century, in France, the Huguenots (French Calvinist Protestants) were severely persecuted by the Catholic Monarchy, with hundreds of thousands being killed, forced into exile, or compelled to convert. …

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Before the late modern era, described historically as starting from around 1750, literacy rates were very low, in the area of single digits as a percentage of the total population. A rather optimistic projection from Our World in Data places the literacy rate at 12.5% worldwide in 1820, although it is important to remember that …

(Advertisement) Great podcasts about World War II tanks

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(Advertisement) Perfect Gift Ideas for Tank and Military Fashion Lovers

Seeking presents without a clue of what a person is interested in is always a struggle. Fortunately, we have this already figured out. A piece of military apparel or accessory is a perfect choice for everyone who is an army fan. While you are on the hunt for the perfect gift, you can get easily …

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This guest post has been offered free of charge by the Tank Encyclopedia team for DeployCare.org Transitioning into civilian life can require veterans to make some serious choices. One of the most common decisions that vets face while preparing for this transition is whether to go back to school. Whether it’s to earn a basic …

(Advertisement) Military History and Influencers

The Military History field has seen an enormous boom in popularity in the last 20 years, especially helped by the rise of the internet and two of its applications: blogs and Youtube. However, one of the best aspects of this growth is not so much the growth of quantity, but the growth in quality! While …

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(Advertisement) Rent a Rolls-Royce in Dubai: everything you need to know

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Post date April 4, 2024
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Why is the Rolls-Royce rental service in Dubai so popular?

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The first experience of renting a premium car is challenging. Among the wide variety, it can be so difficult to pick something that suits you precisely. Experts will assist and support every step of the way, helping you pick the right car for your trip around Dubai.

The range includes many Rolls-Royce models. This is a universal option for those who want to emphasize their prestige and sense of good taste. The car will give you a real sense of confidence, make you stand out from the crowd, and allow you to enjoy comfort. Your prestige and safety always come first. Choose only a proven model that suits your driving style. Renting a car in Dubai with a driver is also possible to avoid taking risks or stressing yourself during the trip.

The main characteristics of a car of this brand

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Its prestigious and presentable appearance also distinguishes Rolls-Royce. No one will be able to pass by the bright and luxurious car, which attracts with its unique design. You definitely will be noticed.

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Affordable and elegant Rolls-Royce models for rent

If you still need to decide which car to rent, pay attention to the Rolls-Royce catalog at Trinity. Each model has its characteristics but attracts attention with bright, functional details. Among the most common car models, it is recommended to pay attention to the following:

Cullinan. This car belongs to the class of SUVs. It is distinguished by brutality and elegance. Key features include a high-performance engine, handling, and power. This is an excellent solution for family trips or friendly gatherings. High technical parameters, reliability, and safety will ensure comfortable movement on various roads.
Dawn. Rolls-Royce Dawn is in great demand among many car enthusiasts. It is equipped with modern equipment. Stylish design, free control, high functionality – all these characteristics make the car an excellent solution for any circumstances.
Ghost. This is another popular model of the manufacturer, presented in several modifications. The car is distinguished by its performance, high adaptability to driving on any road, and functionality.

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there is no deposit;
if necessary, it is possible to rent a premium car with a driver;
the car is delivered to the specified location;
minimum requirements are imposed on the driver.

The rental service includes 300 km of mileage per day. This is quite enough for a trip to Dubai. However, it is prohibited to exceed the speed of 150 km per hour when traveling in the UAE. By following all the rules, you will get the best premium car for your comfortable trip in Dubai.

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(Advertisement) What are Challenge Coins and How You Can Make Your Own!

Post author By Stan Lucian
Post date June 27, 2022
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In order to identify each other, the Huguenots used the méreau, a coin that the Protestants could use to show to other Protestants and gain access to religious services or receive help and protection. According to this story, challenge coins emerged as a way to prove your affiliation when challenged by another person.

A Huguenot méreau used to identify French Protestants and possibly one of the first challenge coins. Source: German Huguenot Museum http://www.huguenot-museum-germany.com/huguenots/galleries/communion-tokens/06-mereau-erlangen-18-jh.php

Challenge Coins Nowadays

In the 21st century, challenge coins have morphed to cover two different goals covering the same overarching purpose: creating and maintaining an esprit de corps within various organizations, most notably law enforcement and the military. There are many kinds being used, including Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Police Challenge Coins.

The first variation of the challenge coin has turned them into small awards that can be bestowed upon members of the organization by local commanders (or managers) without all the complications associated with a citation or a medal or for lesser, but nonetheless appreciated, feats. These are used as a small way of showing appreciation for the efforts, participation and results of soldiers, police officers, students, or any member of an overarching organization.

Examples of this include a Marine Corp’s challenge coin issued for participation in Operation Freedom’s Sentinel in Afghanistan or a challenge coin issued to the 3-157th Field Artillery Battalion of the 157th Field Artillery Regiment for Regimental Excellence.

Two examples of challenge coins being used as awards and rewards by the United States military, in this case by the Marines Corps and the Colorado National Guard. Source: www.gs-jj.com

The other evolution of challenge coins has been to identify members of the organization in order to create a bond between them. In this version, challenge coins are issued to every member of the organization, with optional customization for their rank. They can use it to prove their affiliation either to members of their own organization, to members of “rival” organizations (and there is no end to rivalries within the army), or to other people.

Examples of such challenge coins include a superb cut-out example meant for members of the US Navy and one for military veterans of overseas deployments from Beverly, Massachusetts.

Affiliation challenge coins meant for members of the US Navy and for veterans of foreign deployments from Beverly Massachusetts. Source: www.gs-jj.com

The Drinking Game

Drinking and the military are closely linked together since ancient times, such as, for example, Dacian king Burebista banning alcohol abuse in order to keep his soldiers healthy, awake, and alert. Nonetheless, moderate drinking has remained a part of most military cultures, and challenge coins have become a part of this tradition.

The details of the drinking association vary from organization to organization, but generally involve the use of affiliation challenge coins and a bar frequented by multiple members. One person can issue a challenge for a “coin check” to everyone else by slapping his own challenge coin on the table/bar, rapping it on a hard surface, or dropping it. All those present must then produce their own challenge coins to answer the check. Whoever cannot produce their challenge coin are then obliged to buy the next round of drinks for everyone who passed the coin check.

However, if all persons involved passed the coin check successfully, then the original challenger must buy the next round for everyone involved. Some organizations have various extra rules governing how much time can pass to answer the challenge and present one’s coin or whether the coin has to be on the person or if it can be close by. Alternatively, a rank rule can be added, in which the highest-ranking person in the establishment (who has their challenge coin, of course) gets free drinks from everyone else.

Creating Custom Coins

Creating a challenge coin is relatively easy nowadays, as specialized minting services exist that can customize such coins quite extensively and at reasonable prices, such as the sponsor of this post, www.gs-jj.com. They have been in the manufacturing of merchandise for many years and have worked closely with many different agencies and organizations. There are a large number of challenge coin design elements and materials to pick from in their online easy-to-use design system. You can create your own challenge coin using their custom editor.

Tank Custom Challenge Coins are, of course, also on the table, with an already existing example featuring an M26 Pershing cresting a hill, representing the fighting done by the IX US Corps in the Pusan Perimeter during the Korean War.

However, it is important to remember that challenge coins are important because of their scarcity, cost of obtaining them (in terms of effort and dedication) and the esprit de corps that they help form. As the manager of an organization that wants to use challenge coins, it is important not to misuse and abuse them, such as by dishing them out like free candy and thus devaluing them to the point of irrelevancy. While they are cheap to produce, their value is given by the organization and how it uses them.

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(Advertisement) Handwritten Letters on the Battlefield Across the Ages

Post author By Stan Lucian
Post date June 21, 2022
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From a military standpoint, this meant that the average footman was probably illiterate, as was his family back home. This allowed only three methods of communication. The first was to ask an intermediary to write out a letter and then maybe another intermediary to read it out to the family. The second one was to send word verbally, through a person traveling from the army to the home region, with the expectable reduction in fidelity and length of the original message. The final option, and probably the most common for most of human history, was no communication at all. The family and the soldier would find out about each other’s fate only when the soldier returned home. However, as is the nature of war, many soldiers never returned home, leaving their families in the dark about their eventual fates.

This article has been sponsored by Handwrytten, a handwritten letter-writing service using robots to turn your messages into beautiful pen-and-paper letters.

The warring aristocracy, on the other hand, was probably far more literate. Handwritten letters were far more common both on the personal level, between family members, and on the official level, with military communications between different parts of the army or even with the enemy or neutral parties being done in handwritten form.

A very interesting letter from 1310 between Robert the Bruce (King of Scots 1306-1329) and the King of England, Edward II, has survived to this day transcribed into a manuscript from the 15th century. In it, the Scottish king is asking for peace and the recognition of the independence of the Scots, but to no avail. Nonetheless, this is a valuable historical source showing how diplomacy worked.

Robert the Bruce’s letter to English King Edward II. Source: The British Library

As time passed and literacy grew, battlefield letters became more common. By the time of the American Civil War, these became relatively common, so much so that Shapell.org currently holds around 60 different letters and documents, a good portion handwritten, from the era that are digitized and freely available. These range from letters of common soldiers to the correspondence of the President himself, and provide a welcome window into life at that time both in the high seats of power and the bivouacs of the army.

With the start of the First World War, with its massive armies and the growing rates of literacy, especially in Europe, where the heaviest fighting took place, letters to and from home became far more than a personal pleasure. The safe dispatch and arrival of these small pieces of handwritten mail became a morale-sustaining military imperative, with significant effort being dedicated into the work of the post of the many armies involved in the conflict. According to the British Postal Museum, the London Home Depot that handled all correspondence from and to the front had to deal with 2 billion letters and more than 100 million parcels over the 5 years of war. For 1917, this meant 19,000 mailbags transiting the English Channel every single day, bearing good news, updates from home, or condolences from the front. The British National Archives have thankfully digitized and freely published a large number of such letters.

The Second World War was more of the same but, with the United States’ entry into the war in 1941 and landings in North Africa in 1942, the sending of mail to the American soldiers brought new challenges. Not only would these have taken a long time to reach their intended addressees, but the enormous volume of the letters themselves would have occupied valuable space and tonnage on the cross-Atlantic voyage that could have been used for better for vital supplies sustaining the Army and its Allies.

In order to solve this conundrum, the Americans introduced V-Mail (or Victory Mail) in March 1942. This took the letters and transferred them to microfilm, basically scanning them. This allowed up to 1,500 letters to be compressed into a small roll of microfilm weighing just 140 grams (5 ounces). This not only made them far smaller and lighter, saving on shipping tonnage, but also meant that air mail was actually viable, drastically cutting down on delivery delays. Many such letters can, for example, be found freely in the digital collection of the State Historical Society of Missouri and other such organizations.

US Army personnel arranging handwritten letters for scanning to microfilm. Source: DDay.org

Nowadays, with the rapid proliferation of electronic communication, emails, phone calls, or video calls, the need for handwritten letters from the battlefield has nearly evaporated. Nonetheless, at least the US Army still maintains the Military Postal Service, providing free shipping of letters and parcels to and from servicemen.

Nonetheless, handwritten letters can still play an important morale-boosting role even today. Several American organizations work to send letters of thanks, appreciation, and gratitude to US servicemen deployed around the world, either digitally or in physical format. You can find more information about this on Veteran Aid.

Sources:

https://ourworldindata.org/literacy
https://blogs.bl.uk/digitisedmanuscripts/2013/06/robert-the-bruce-letter-found-at-british-library.html
https://www.shapell.org/collection/?collection=6&featured=6
https://www.postalmuseum.org/collections/ww1/#
https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/education/resources/letters-first-world-war-1915/
https://postalmuseum.si.edu/exhibition/victory-mail
https://www.dvidshub.net/news/281450/brief-history-100-years-us-military-mail-services
https://digital.shsmo.org/digital/collection/wwii/search

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(Advertisement) Great podcasts about World War II tanks

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Post date August 1, 2021
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People can experience things by diving into historical events and surrounding themselves with relevant objects. Let’s talk about World War II military equipment and tanks in particular.

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Military hardware is one of the biggest areas of interest for scientists and all history devotees. The list of military equipment used during World War II is very huge. It includes ships, weapons, aircraft, vehicles, and so on. You can freely access significant information about numerous tanks, ships, planes, and other military hardware using online sources.

Nowadays, podcasts are our everything and win the love of the audience. You can keep doing your everyday routine and listen to the exact English audio text without reading it. There is no need to sit down on the sofa, strain your eyes, skip your activities, etc. Even students and bloggers use this feature to collect and process information.

Take into account that you can listen to podcasts and use new information for educational reasons, writing your personal blog, and other purposes. Well, transcribing audio to text takes time and resources but you may rely on free automated transcription or paid transcription services and receive the written content of your favorite podcasts in several minutes. Thanks to professional software, you don’t need to spend your time transcribing audio files and placing the same audio on repeat.

As a result, advanced speech recognition technology guarantees you 80%+ accuracy with minimum background noise and clear voices. You don’t even need to work with professional transcriptionists because online software is professional enough to do this job using artificial intelligence.
3 exciting podcasts WWII equipment

The military equipment of World War II matches its scales. During 1939-1945 this list includes hardware categories divided by country (for instance, British, German, French, and so on) and by the type (aircraft, ships, vehicles, weapons, and other equipment. Today let’s focus on the most important vehicles – tanks.

Tanks aim to change the current situation of the battle, lead to the partial or full defeat of rivals, and become a modular fire weapon. Besides, these vehicles have another important role. Tanks were considered a symbol of victory too for many countries and the people. That’s why individuals experience the excitement by reading more about these vehicles.

The following podcasts are very exciting for all tank fans. You’ll reveal plenty of new facts and useful information for your self-education of the exact purposes. So keep going and listen to these exciting podcasts.

1. How to kill a Panther tank

The Panther tank was used by Germans during 1943-1945. This is a medium tank with smaller weapons than Tiger but it was spreadly used on the Western and Eastern Fronts. Though it was designed as a response to the appearance of the Soviet T-34, this tank made a very limited influence on the future production of tanks. But you can’t stand missing it with English subtitles.

The podcast “How to kill a Panther tank” describes how Britains developed both advantages and disadvantages of the Panther to reveal its weaknesses. But what was more important for them is to find out the best methods to knock it out. As a result, Craig Moore has collected all important facts and details in numerous facilities that were detected by the British and helped cobelligerents to win.

2. Keeping the German Tiger 712 Tank alive

The Tiger is another well-known German tank. It was first developed as Tiger I and belongs to the category “heavy tanks”. This vehicle includes a fighting mass of 57 tonnes and impresses people. This tank was developed before World War II and kept improving till 1941. In general, the producer Henschel Wegmann has made over 1400 items. Then, the production stopped and the Tiger II started releasing.

The podcast “Keeping the German Tiger 712 Tank alive” is about Tiger 712. In the following podcast experts discuss the particularities of this vehicle and its role during World War II. Also, you may be interested in discussing why and how to keep some of the items in the world heritage. Pay attention, that at the moment people gather funds to help preserve this tank for future generations. So this podcast is important not only for the past but also for the future.

3. The inspiring story of one of WWII’s greatest tank gunners

The podcast “The inspiring story of one of WWII’s greatest tank gunners” is truly inspiring. It shares the story of Clarence Smoyer who is known as one of the greatest and bravest tank gunners. He was an average boy born in Pennsylvania who had put himself on a record of WW2.

Speakers reveal their impressions from Clarence’s story, his meeting with an enemy tanker, and explain the latest events in his life. You’ll also find out more about the epic Battle of Cologne, Clarence’s feelings after 75 years later, and important takeaways from this story. It is an amazing story full of inspiration and courage so you can’t miss it.

Get your knowledge easily

If you are interested in WW2 history and want to deepen your knowledge more then these options will suit your intentions. Don’t forget about audio transcription online and enjoy your favorite podcasts. It helps a lot for everyone who wants to save time but improve their knowledge in this area.
In general, you have all the reasons to enjoy podcasts on any topic while doing your everyday routine. Nowadays you are able not only to consume content but also transcribe recordings for your educational, business, or personal projects. It is such an easy process but so productive and useful!

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(Advertisement) Perfect Gift Ideas for Tank and Military Fashion Lovers

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Post date April 6, 2021
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While you are on the hunt for the perfect gift, you can get easily overwhelmed by the number of options that lie before you. Here is where we come in to ensure that choosing presents is as exciting as receiving them. All you need to do is get the right size – we covered the rest.

In this article, you will find several fantastic gift ideas for military fashion lovers. Many products can positively surprise an army lover, from the best Navy jackets to Air Force embroidered polos and high-quality Army backpacks. Read on to pick a perfect present for yours.

A Veteran Bomber Jacket

Bomber jackets are an excellent gift for every military enthusiast. Not only do they look fashionable, but they also have an exciting background and history.

If you are looking for a versatile and good-looking piece of clothing, you cannot go wrong with a veteran bomber jacket. Its best feature is that anyone can wear it. It has no limitations regarding gender, age, and style.

An Army Hat

Hats are a part of our apparel that often goes unnoticed. Today, we break this trend and proudly state that hats are, in fact, one of the essential fashion choices we make.

With the global climate warming up, owning protective headwear is critical. If you have survived your fair share of heatwaves, you perfectly know what we mean. Wearing a hat in harsh weather conditions can even be a matter of life and death.

When you are looking for military apparel that your special someone will love, give an Army hat a shot. It will allow them to protect themselves from the heat in style.

A Durable Watch

Every soldier knows that keeping track of time is one of the most critical things in the military. However, in the field, there are many opportunities for a watch to get damaged. As such, you should think about buying your military enthusiast a durable product.

While watches are regarded by many as remnants of the past, they are valuable accessories for the military people. Perhaps a durable watch is a practical item that your loved one was missing all along.

Combat Boots

Lately, collecting sneakers has become a huge trend. Many people on the Internet show off their shoe collections and talk about innovative shoe designs. Wearing a pair of combat boots will give your military fan a chance to make a fashion statement on their own and join the conversation.

Another benefit of combat boots is their durability, as many years can pass before they will be worn through the soles. If you are looking for a gift that will serve your loved one for quite some time, this is the best choice.

Stylish Sunglasses

There is nothing else that amateur and professional pilots love more than aviators with green or gray lenses. Their unique design is an unparalleled combination of excellent looks and practicality. Nevertheless, they are only one of the many types of sunglasses you can choose as a gift.

All sunglasses provide coverage for eyes, which makes them a great practical gift. Additionally, their versatility makes them a fantastic addition to almost any attire. If you think that your close one could use some additional eye protection, feel free to buy them a pair of new shades.

Military-Themed Socks

It is always good to end a list with a classic. Socks are a well-known solution to all the gifting problems. They can be funny, stylish, and practical at the same time.

There are many military designs you can choose from. Tanks, guns, planes, and many more can decorate the feet of your happy army fashion lover. If they are a service member, you might even consider getting them tactical socks to protect their feet from blisters.

The Bottom Line

Finding the perfect gift for an army enthusiast is never a straightforward task. Nonetheless, after reading this article, you should have a few exciting ideas running in your mind.

One of the best choices you can make is buying a pair of military sunglasses. It is a safe option that is almost guaranteed to put a smile on a recipient’s face. It will also give their eyes some additional protection and complement their stylish look.

Other great gifts you can pick are an Army hat and combat boots. Buying those will give you a chance to equip your military fashion lover with practical pieces of apparel that showcase their passion.

If you focus on finding a military product that will speak to a recipient’s soul, you should have no problems making them the happiest person on earth. Good luck!

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(Advertisement) From Soldier to Student: A Guide to Higher Education for Veterans

Post author By Stan Lucian
Post date October 28, 2020
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This guest post has been offered free of charge by the Tank Encyclopedia team for DeployCare.org

Transitioning into civilian life can require veterans to make some serious choices. One of the most common decisions that vets face while preparing for this transition is whether to go back to school. Whether it’s to earn a basic degree or a more advanced certification, if you are facing a similar choice, having these tips can help you navigate the process and achieve your educational goals.

Choosing Your Degree

If you’re like most veterans, you’re likely going back to school in order to boost your post-service career prospects. Earning a degree can not only put you in the running for more jobs but could also potentially earn you a bigger paycheck. Here are some options to consider:

Computer Science

Take a look at the top career fields across the country and you will see that tech jobs dominate the list. Whether you want to be an internet security specialist or web developer, having a degree in computer science can give you an edge over the competition. Best of all, you can complete your educational goals online by earning your computer science degree from WGU.

Business

Want to work in sales or finance? Then you may want to think about going back to school to earn a business degree. Depending on what sort of courses you complete, you could put yourself in the running for some pretty lucrative positions. Having all of that business savvy can also come in handy if you are dreaming of opening your own business at some point. So, you could even consider taking things one step further and getting an MBA.

Health Sciences

If you signed up for active duty because you wanted to help other people, a career in healthcare could be your perfect fit after that service has ended. Aside from always being in demand, healthcare workers also tend to enjoy competitive salaries and flexible work schedules. There are also careers to fit just about any set of work and education experience imaginable. In fact, you don’t need an advanced degree to earn an impressive paycheck in healthcare.

Covering Your Expenses

Now let’s get down to brass tacks and talk about how to pay for the degrees and training mentioned above. If you’re a veteran, you’re actually in luck because there are several financial programs that can make going back to school more affordable, including:

Veterans Benefits

If you want to earn your degree without paying a single cent, you should start by signing up for the benefits you are owed for your military service. For example, qualifying veterans could have up to 100 percent of their tuition and fees covered but they may also be eligible to receive allowances for housing, books, and other educational expenses.

Scholarships

Need more help with your educational expenses? Or, perhaps you want to help your spouse go to college as well? Then you can also consider applying for one of several scholarship programs aimed at supporting veterans and dependent family members in their educational pursuits. These scholarships are offered by a variety of corporations, non-profit organizations, and professional associations, but the amount of each award can vary. Read through all of the application materials to see award amounts and specific requirements.

Grants and Loans

Before you sign up for your first class, you may also want to fill out a FAFSA form online. The Free Application for Student Aid will give you access to federal grant and loan programs that can also help to offset educational expenses. Even if you qualify for the GI Bill and other scholarships, completing a FAFSA may be worthwhile since you can use federal funds in conjunction with existing educational benefits.

With so many degree choices and financial options, there’s no reason why going back to school can’t fit into your own military transition. There may be challenges along the way, but you’re used to overcoming some pretty tough situations as an active duty military member. Take those lessons and skills and combine them with these tips to forge your own path forward.

When you want to learn more about tanks in-between classes, be sure to check out specs, resources, and information on the Tank Encyclopedia.

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(Advertisement) Military History and Influencers

Post author By Stan Lucian
Post date August 2, 2020
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The Military History field has seen an enormous boom in popularity in the last 20 years, especially helped by the rise of the internet and two of its applications: blogs and Youtube.

However, one of the best aspects of this growth is not so much the growth of quantity, but the growth in quality! While there are more low-quality poor information website and Youtube channels available than ever, there are also a lot of very high quality highly reputable ones coming up as well. And if their existence is not enough, they also do tend to be quite popular! Youtube channels such as The Chieftain, Kings and Generals, Forgotten Weapons and Military History Visualized, and hundreds of quality history blogs garner hundreds of thousands of views while being historically accurate and doing in-depth analysis of a lot of aspects of history and technology that have just been ignored up to now.

The rise of Youtube and the appearance of a number of highly-popular historically-based games have also given rise to a large number of gamer Youtube channels focusing on this niche of the market.

Marketing agencies call such channels, websites and persons ‘influencers’, due to their large popularity and ability to influence their respective audiences, making them attractive targets for focused marketing campaigns.

Such channels and websites used to be supported by ad revenue from Google and Youtube Ads. However, not only has revenue from such sources shrunk significantly in the last years but Google, Youtube, and Facebook have turned more and more against history channels, demonetizing them or limiting their organic growth.

This has left open only two options for such creators, crowdfunding (which has picked up tremendously in the last years and have allowed the average person to become a patron of history) and influencer marketing. The latter basically consists of a partnership between the creator and a brand for advertising. The Chieftain and Wargaming, various tank Youtubers and War Thunder, everybody else and Raid: Shadow Legends are just a couple of examples of such collaborations.

Of course, ideally, every creator would like to work with brands that are close to his topic, but that is not always possible, as unfortunately, except for the large video games, the military history sector is economically rather weak. Casinos, academic writing websites, and many others will try to tempt creators into publishing unmarked guest posts, but that is often hurtful both to the creator and to the readers.

Fortunately, websites such as Intellifluence exist, which allow brands to make contact with influencers and prepare campaigns in a manner that benefits both of them. For example, our research work involves a lot of working with military history books, and we would love to do guest posts for book publishers and authors! Intellifluence even has an easy tutorial for such brands to set-up marketing campaigns for their books!

This guest post has been sponsored by Intellifluence.