What it is:
The Veterans Network, or "VET NET" at FTE is a Social Group of and for Veterans here at FTE.

A"VETERAN" is a current or prior member of the military services to include Coast Guard and National Guards and for our purposes I would like to expand that to also include Police, Fire, and Rescue personnel.

We also welcome members of their immediate family.

WHAT IT IS NOT:
VET NET is not a Chapter at FTE although VET NET members are also FTE members, and usually members of one of the Chapters of FTE

The reason for this is that first of all such a Chapter can not exist at FTE, nor is it necessary to create such a thing. The fellowship of veterans is a thing that is inherent by the very nature of our members and transcends everything that we do.

PURPOSE:
The reason for such a group within FTE is because Veterans are different at a fundamental level. We take care of our own, recognise one another no matter where we are, and have a mutual respect for our people that goes right to the core.

In addition - we have resources and options that an average citizen just does not have; tax free shopping, recreational facilities, and other onbase facilities as well as Veterans Administration options being only the tip of the iceberg.

In addition to the knowlege base at FTE, we have many skilled professions available (even free legal advice) that can be called upon at need. We are a group with a wealth of experience like few others - and these abilities we share as needed for those of us who need whatever we can offer in support.

We are the Brother and Sisterhood you joined when you took the oath at the MEP station.


VETERANS NETWORK FORUM THREAD
(This is a link to our thread in the FTE General Forum)

I like your style my friend! This could work out. I have noticed though that you DO NOT get any messages that are posted in the social forums sent to your email like a PM. We will have to check these messages "by hand". Even so, I think we can make it work! I've got quite a few vets and active service members in my chapter. I'll pm them with invitations.

Don.

I don't know why that is - but I just set THIS PAGE as my default homepage - when the net comes up I go here first.

This is the first place I go online, so anything that pops up here will get my attention at once.

~I knew I could count on you!

If this performs as advertised - you are looking at "GREYWOLF CENTRAL"

(HOO-RAHH!!!)

Before I die I pray I can come out there and shake your hand.
(It ain't like it will be anytime soon)

I'm not a VET or active military GreyWolf, but I will support you. If you choose not to have me here I understand, do not want to be a troll.

well, hi and thanks for the invite. BTW I am a retired Staff Sergeant with the Army. Did just shy of 21 years. Wanted to stay longer, Got a promotion and then we changed our mind. Gave them the stripe back and called it a day

Hello and thanks for the invite. Still AD Army for now, out in a few months.

FlyByNight - that's okay, I thought you were but I have seen and noted the way you wrote on the military thread. Consider yourself an "Honorary"

I'm still working this whole idea up and looking at how it can best be done. My next move will be a new thread, since it looks like we gotta have SOMETHING that attracts attention so new people can even hear about us.

Please welcome waltharper, USN Retired!

Salute to all, and signed up for roll call! Very happily retired 20 yrs 29 day US Army
UH-1/UH-EH-60 Mech/Crewchief/Doorgunner.

Since 07 Iv'e been a IC mech/crewing/DG on a Mi-17 in Afghanistan/Iraq........don't ask.

eh60a what are your plans in the future, do you have an A&P ?????

Right on GreyWolf. Oldest son is Staff Sargent in Air Force so I do fit in as family and feel comfortable being part of this. Welcome to everyone.