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military-and-veterans2 years ago•3 min saved

"Bezos Awards $100 Million to Longoria and McRaven for Philanthropy"

Retired Navy Adm. William H. McRaven, known for overseeing the Navy SEAL raid that killed Osama bin Laden, has been awarded $50 million for charitable use from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez as part of the Bezos Courage and Civility Award. The money will go to charities supporting children of veterans and those working on veteran mental health and brain issues. McRaven, the first Bezos winner associated with veteran and military initiatives, plans to use the funds to educate children of fallen veterans, support veterans' mental health, and develop future military leaders through education.

via Task & Purpose|

#admiral-mcraven #bezos-courage-and-civility-award #charity

military-and-veterans2 years ago•6 min saved

"Maine Gunman's Traumatic Brain Injury and Its Far-Reaching Impact"

The autopsy of Robert R. Card II, the Army reservist who committed a mass shooting in Maine, revealed profound brain damage likely caused by routine blasts on the training range, raising concerns about the safety of military training and the potential impact on veterans. The findings prompt a reevaluation of blast exposure guidelines and the treatment of PTSD, as many veterans with similar injuries may be struggling with mental health issues that have been misunderstood or overlooked. The implications extend to the legal system, as courts and prosecutors may need to consider blast-exposed veterans with the same sympathy and support as those with PTSD, acknowledging the significant impact of military service even without deployment.

via Yahoo News|

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