Charting a New Course: Sailor Luis Builds a Better Future through Military Service and USO Education Partner Penn State World Campus

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Luis Castillo transformed his life from a high school dropout to a dedicated sailor and finance student at Penn State World Campus, all while being supported by the USO throughout his journey.

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Toys for Tots, ‘Fighting Fourth’ and ‘Pappy Boyington’: What to Know About the Marine Corps Reserve

The Marine Corps Reserve was created on August 29, 1916. The Marine Corps Reserve's mission is to augment, reinforce and replenish active duty Marine forces during wartime and national emergencies, as well as provide additional personnel relief to Marine Corps operations during peacetime.
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Just Getting Started: Five Years at USO Fort McCoy

Fort McCoy is the largest military installation in Wisconsin and represents all branches of the military. For five years, USO Wisconsin has provided support for thousands of service members and their families that visit or live in the area surrounding Fort McCoy.
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The Army's 82nd Airborne Division is an elite division that can rapidly deploy in just 18 hours' notice. The soldiers of the 82nd are able to conduct forcible entry parachute assaults, as well as other key military operations. Based out of Fort Bragg, North Carolina, 82nd Airborne soldiers are easily recognizable by their maroon berets and “AA” arm patches.

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