Author Archives: Jeff Jardine

Torrance, Oceanside keep Armed Forces Day tradition marching on

In 1947, as life in the United States settled into the new normal following World War II, President Truman formally established the Department of Defense to oversee all branches of the military. At that time, each branch held its own appreciation day. Instead, in 1949 Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson unified these events into Armed […]

How to make the most of veterans services at the DMV

Do you want the veteran designation on your California driver’s license? What about a disabled veteran license plate for your car or truck? Here are some tips to easily navigate a trip to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV): HAVE YOUR PAPERWORK IN ORDER: Go to your local County Veteran Service Office (CVSO) to obtain […]