Military Officer - July 2006 - (Page 2) contents Transition Success 22 Departments Rapid Fire ■ Joint Chiefs chairman praises troops. ■ Sign up for MOAA’s new symposium. ■ Walter Reed Society helps the wounded. 21 Pages of History ■ Nearly 65 years after being killed at Pearl 71 Harbor, a sailor is finally identified. ■ Two World War II veterans get Purple Hearts. Washington Scene ■ Defense bill includes better health care. ■ Veterans are at risk for identity theft. ■ MOAA stands up for survivors. 29 Encore Face to face with a gooney bird, a sailor finds he has animal magnetism. 84 Financial Forum If you’re among the growing number of Americans who are buying second homes, take some time to consider the tax impact. 44 Ask the Doctor Graves’ disease requires medical attention, but this type of hyperthyroidism actually is not as bad as it sounds. 2 MILITARY OFFICER J U LY 2 0 0 6 46 From the Editor Protecting Privacy President’s Page Family Matters Your Views MOAA Directory Chapter Activities Welcome, Lee Information Exchange Advertising Index Member Books MOAA Calendar Sounding Taps 8 10 14 18 48 72 76 78 80 82 PHOTO: STEVE BARRETT
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