Products/Services for Vets

Veterans and Active Duty servicemembers are honored by many commercial enterprises with special services or products tailored to military families and veterans' needs, often with special pricing as well. This Olive-Drab.com page lists some of these commercial offerings.

Marines dress parade. The Marines dress parade in honor of Colonel William T. Clement, presented the Navy Cross for distinguished service in the Philippines, Marine barracks, Washington, DC, 17 July 1942
Marine dress parade in honor of Colonel William T. Clement, presented the Navy Cross for distinguished service in the Philippines, Marine barracks, Washington, DC, 17 July 1942.

Today in WW II: 23 May 1943 Adm. Döntiz, commander of the German Navy, calls off the Battle of the Atlantic, recognizing that the U-boat is no longer an effective weapon. More ↓

23 May 1944 Allied breakout from Anzio beachhead.
Visit the Olive-Drab.com World War II Timeline for day-by-day events 1939-1945! See also WW2 Books.

Military Personnel & Veterans Products & Services

123 Greetings has a website where you can send free online Memorial Day greeting cards to your friends & loved ones.

Asbestos: Many US veterans were exposed to the toxic hazards of asbestos in their daily military routines. Typical environments where asbestos was used are shipyards, construction sites, and places where the fiber was used for insulation purposes. Use Google (or other search engine) with the keyword 'asbestos' or 'mesothelioma' to find organizations that offer services to veterans regarding the origin, dangers, symptoms and treatment of Mesothelioma, a disease related to asbestos exposure, and how vets can access special programs to get help.

Atta Girl! Gifts. A unique collection of military family appreciation jewelry, including the original military spouse ribbon to recognize all of your military life accomplishments.

Black Ink Design Military T-Shirts. Cutting edge military apparel designs.

Casket Gallery of Florida offers American Veterans a superbly constructed military casket, urn, vault, or shadow box bearing the the insignia of one of the six major branches of military service. Your choice can be delivered to any mortuary or funeral home anywhere in the United States of America.

Challenge Coins: The military tradition of challenge coins is served by these companies who can provide the coins in standard or custom designs. They can also provide other military items such as pins or patches.

Devil Dog Brew and its sister coffee label, Sniper’s Brew, is sold around the world, available in the civilian market as well as on-base stores and at the National Museum of the Marine Corps. The company founder served in the Marine Corps for 21 years, a mustang who rose to Major. He has turned his energy to producing an exceptional coffee, with a portion of the proceeds going to sponsor military-affiliated events and charitable organizations benefiting military and law enforcement.

Exhange New Car Sales offers a unique car buying program for military personnel stationed overseas.

The Law Offices of W. Robb Graham, LLC. Legal representation by a veteran who specializes in malpractice cases against the Veterans Administration.

GameZnflix rents movies and games online with free shipping both ways. Their Military Appreciation Program gives you one month free and special discounted rates.

HAPPYneuron provides scientifically validated brain fitness programs that contribute towards cognitive remediation for PTSD and depression. It's like PT, but for your brain. Use the link to access a special 30% OFF promotion for veterans.

HireVeterans.com is a membership site that links veterans to company job postings that are open to vets. You can post your resume, get tips on how to market yourself, find scheduled Job Fairs, and other services. Companies can post their jobs and get help in attracting qualified applicants.

iPhone Apps: The very popular iPhone has spawned a market for military-oriented applications. MilitaryLounge.com provides a PerDiem calculator, Military Pay calculator, and Retirement calculator. These and others are listed on this MilitaryBoots.com blog page.

Military Bank, Division of Bank of America. Comprehensive banking services reaching military personnel worldwide. For active or retired military personnel, DoD civilians, and U.S. government employees.

MilitaryByOwner assists military families to advertise their homes "For Sale By Owner" and/or "For Rent" around all U.S. Military Installations world-wide. Their services are much lower cost than the fees paid to realtors when selling. The site also provides other resources and information including a place for classified listing to buy/sell cars and other personal items when you have to relocate.

MilitaryFriends.com is the largest dating site for military singles and admirers. There are more than 150,000 users of the site, an exclusive online community to help members from Army, Navy, Air Forces, Coast Guard, Police Forces and Firefighters, as well as civilians find old buddies, make new friends, and build lasting relationships.

Military Pay has a discussion of U.S. military pay and benefits in along with related ads and links to websites. In the same family of sites you can find information on Military Jobs, Military Schools, and Military Singles.

MortgageLoan.com provides a comprehensive consumer guide on housing and mortgages for veterans and active military. They cover what VA loans are, its benefits, how to apply for one, special protections against foreclosure, and more.

Pride in the USA is a unique jewelry line that gathers inspiration from the honorable and courageous lives of those who put their country and families first, dedicated to the Greatest Generation and those who follow.

Screamingeagles.com offers Military Art, art prints, photo restoration and illustration services. Staff artists can create original works of art in oils, water color, pencil and digital imaging from your photographs. Submit your photos in the monthly photo contest, where selected images will be turned into works of art.

Traditional Insurance Services, "Military Benefits Specialists" helping military families for over fifty years. 10405 San Diego Mission Road, Suite 204, San Diego, CA 92108-2174. 619-283-2137

Uniform Dating offers an online dating opportunity for the uniformed and emergency services or those seeking a date in uniform. Uniform Dating brings together those working in the armed forces and professions such as police, law enforcement, health, medical, ambulance, prison, corrections and fire fighters, for friendship, love and romance. They welcome and encourage new members who are not necessarily from these professions, but who are looking to meet someone from the uniformed or emergency services.

US Military Singles is part of the vast DatingTech Network, one of the world's largest networks of integrated online dating websites. Specially set up for active military helping find good people, fun, and romance.

USAA Online Banking is a worldwide association that has provided diversified financial service to the U.S. military community and their families for over 85 years. It is owned by its more than 6.4 million members who are all active duty, National Guard and Reserve enlisted personnel, officers and officer candidates, and their families as well as former or retired personnel. (Thanks to Jim Bruno for suggesting USAA.)

uShip.com has an eBay-like marketplace for matching shippers to your need to move your household, cars, or other freight. Big savings. Click on the banner to check it out:

VAMortgageCenter.com specializes in VA Loans, taking pride in serving those who have served our country. Through education and personalization of the VA Loan process, they are committed to helping the men and women of our Armed Services utilize the VA Home Benefits they've earned.

VeteransToday.com helps vets with jobs, benefits, financial aid, education and many other concerns of the vet and family.

Ziplomat offers military insignia Zippo lighters in a number of designs.