The Complete Idiot's Guide to Your Military and Veterans Benefits »

Lawrence J. Webber is a retired U.S. Army Reserve First Sergeant and naval parachutist with 22 years of service in the U.S. Marines, U.S. Air Force Reserve, Kansas National Guard, and U.S. Army Reserve. He has co-authored five books, and he has an M.B.A. and B.S. in business administration from Rockhurst University. Katrina L. Webber is an English major at The Ohio State University. A first-time author, she has provided assistance on Lawrence Webber's previous projects.

The U.S. Armed Forces exists in a reality all its own. Members are fed, paid,
clothed, housed, and protected in a way few other American citizens can
claim. Soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines can shop at low-price grocery
stores, protect their families with low-cost insurance, and earn a lifetime
pension before they turn 40 years old. In fact, military life offers so many
benefits and perks, it’s hard for the average serviceman or woman to keep
track of them. Finally, here is a guide that explains the benefits and how to
obtain them. Inside, readers will find:
• Clear and precise explanations of active duty family benefits
• Details on veteran education and medical benefits
• A money-saving guide to discounts for both active duty personnel and
veterans