Napoleon once said, "Soldiers win battles and generals get the credit." What he didn't mention is that most soldiers and generals have families who are affected by military life. This is especially true today. Since the abolition of the draft in 1973, the military services have shifted from two-thirds single personnel to two-thirds married personnel. In this issue, we explore how the U.S. military promotes readiness by supporting families.
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