Military Officer - February 2006 - (Page 2) contents Flying High for 60 Years 23 Departments Rapid Fire ■ Blue Angels begin their 60th season. ■ Are you saving enough for retirement? ■ This military spouse helps kids cope. Pages of History ■ The only black sailors to take a warship 73 23 into battle in World War II are honored. ■ Iwo Jima memorial to get a facelift. Encore 31 A young Coast Guard recruit is unwittingly caught in a case of mistaken identity. 84 Washington Scene ■ SBP upgrades are dropped from FY 2006 Defense Authorization Act. ■ Have your reps signed the SBP petition? ■ MOAA protests Guard and Reserve health insurance fee increases. Financial Forum Equity-indexed annuities can be confusing to investors. We explain the ins and outs. 44 Ask the Doctor Mold and mildew grow in all homes, but you can keep it at a safe distance. 2 MILITARY OFFICER FEBRUARY 2006 46 From the Editor Enduring Values President’s Page Earned by Service Your Views MOAA Directory MOAA Member Services Chapter Activities Joint Effort Information Exchange MOAA Scholarship Donors Member Books Advertising Index MOAA Calendar Sounding Taps 8 10 16 20 22 48 74 75 78 79 81 82 PHOTO: COURTESY U.S. NAVY
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