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Rob V.

Rob V. is the founder of OperationMilitaryKids.org. While he never actually served in the US Military, he has a passion for writing about military related topics.

Born and raised in Woodbridge, NJ, he graduated from the New Jersey Institute Of Technology with an MBA in eCommerce. His hobbies include beach volleyball, target shooting, and lifting.

Rob is also a Commercially rated pilot and Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), with over 1,500 hours of flight time.

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Yes, you're 100% right. Just got that fixed up, thanks for pointing it out.

On Green Beret vs. Navy SEAL

Hey Man, Great question. I would 100% hold off on MEPS for at least a few months. The military has…

On Your Complete Guide to MEPS

Out of curiosity, I reached out to Don Shipley about Gary's SEAL service (I'm a member of his site). Sure…

On How To Check If Someone Was A Navy SEAL

Hey Terry, I plan on doing a more in-depth follow up with these guys in the future, which will involve…

On BUD/S Class 234: Where Are They Now?

He goes by Ballen, Debbie. It's a contraction of his middle initial (B), and his last name, Allen. If I…

On How To Check If Someone Was A Navy SEAL

Glad to help!

On Eddie Bauer Military Discount

Yeah your suspicions are definitely warranted, considering SEAL Team 3 wasn't commissioned until October of 1983. In addition, the current…

On How To Check If Someone Was A Navy SEAL

I appreciate that, and thank you for your service!

On Green Berets Vs. Rangers: 5 Major Differences

Thanks for that Tim, just updated the pay tables. all the best, Rob V. OMK Founder

On Coast Guard Ranks and Pay for 2022

Thanks for that Ralph!

On How To Check If Someone Was A Navy SEAL

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