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Military spouses are an exceptional group of individuals who bring a wealth of skills and talents to the workforce, both during and after their spouse's military service.
Our North Carolina military provides invaluable national security, global response forces, and “on-call” state disaster response capabilities. North Carolina military bases and supporting communities provide home and support for military service members and their families.Visit OurNCMilitary.com for more information.*U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Kyle Castrovinci
North Carolina boasts a top-notch thriving innovation ecosystem that offers the biggest research park in North America. The state is ranked number two of five tech hubs in the nation and is home to a large, diverse STEM-savvy workforce.Learn more at OurNCMilitary.com.
When traditional supply chain methods fail to provide essential aircraft parts, Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) steps in with its organic manufacturing capabilities. This process ensures that mission-ready aircraft are continuously returned to the Fleet, even when faced with supply constraints. Over the past three years, this in-house manufacturing has produced approximately $19 million in parts, significantly contributing to naval aviation readiness.
Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, located in North Carolina, has a rich history. Its name is derived from Cherry Point Landing, a small settlement that emerged in the early 19th century near a promontory called Cherry Point. The area got its name when a post office was established in 1890.In 1941, Congress authorized the establishment of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, allocating funds for its construction on an 8,000-acre tract of land that included swamps, farms, and timberland.
In 1919, the American Legion was chartered by Congress as a patriotic veterans organization. From its humble beginnings following World War I, membership has grown to nearly 2 million strong, with 13,000 posts worldwide.*Graphic by Veteran.com
In today's all-volunteer military force, our veterans are at the forefront of the information age, wielding high-tech skills across a wide range of fields. The military operates in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) environment that spans cybersecurity, robotics, forensics, and more.
On March 13th, we honor the incredible service and sacrifices of our military and working dogs throughout history.In 1942, the Army initiated the War Dog Program, known as the "K-9 Corps," making dogs an official part of the U.S. Armed Forces. From then on, these four-legged heroes have been an integral part of our military history. Today's military dogs are cherished members of their units, with retirement ceremonies, awards, medals, and memorial services to honor their bravery and dedication.*Graphic by the Defense Health Agency
The Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH) aims to increase business for North Carolina companies by connecting them with the Department of Defense. This also increases federal spending in the state, boosting North Carolina’s economy.Visit https://deftech.nc.gov/ to learn more.
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Ashley Wright, a Beaufort, South Carolina native and clarinet instrumentalist with the 2d Marine Division Band, posts security at an Infantry Immersion Trainer (IIT) on Camp Lejeune.