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contents Gaining Strength 21 Departments Rapid Fire ■ Iraq’s Basra Province gains control. ■ Keep in touch with Motomail. ■ Learn how to get started with podcasts. Pages of History 21 An important World War II-era landmark in the race to build an atomic bomb has been rediscovered in Washington, D.C. 99 Encore 31 For these travelers, mailing a letter might be their most exciting international experience. 112 Washington Scene ■ A surprise setback delays the defense bill. ■ A retroactive war credit for reserve retirement tops MOAA’s agenda. ■ The new VA chief reaches out to MOAA. Chapters in Action These chapter members are working to instill military appreciation in schoolchildren by sharing their experiences. 40 Financial Forum Phil Dyer, CFP, discusses the ins and outs of various long term care options. 2 MILITARY OFFICER MARCH 2008 46 From the Editor Looking Back From the President For Your Beneﬁt Your Views MOAA Directory Ask the Doctor Uterine Fibroids Information Exchange MOAA Scholarship Donors Faces of MOAA MOAA Member Services Advertising Index MOAA Calendar Sounding Taps 10 12 14 18 48 100 100 102 103 105 108 110 PHOTO: WILLIAM D. 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