Scott Higgins, WeSalute Co-founder & Co-CEO
Military & Veterans News
Scott’s View: Why Flag Day & the Army’s Birthday Is so Important
This is an important week in our nation’s history, and has been for nearly 250 years. The U.S. Army was founded on June 14, 1775, the same day that our U.S. Flag was chosen to represent the republic. So this past Wednesday was doubly special!
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Scott’s View: How to Recognize Veterans of the Past
America’s greatest generation is leaving us. Just 1% of WWII vets are alive today. And one of them is former Army Sergeant Jack Bevan, who served with Patton’s Third Army that liberated the Nazi’s Mauthausen concentration camps.
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Scott’s View: Armed Forces Day & Memorial Day
This is a time to remember our military today, past, and those who have died in service to our country.
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Scott’s View: With Memorial Day, Emotions & Memories Are Important for Veterans
Each May, we pause to honor those who served for Military Appreciation Month.
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Scott’s View: Learn How Young Veterans Are Making A Difference in Business
Looking to take the next step in your career? As today’s TopVet profile of Wells Fargo’s Brian Armstrong shows, veterans from the post-9/11 era are increasingly making a difference in the corporate world.
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Scott's View: Save on Your Pets With Veterans Advantage
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, 38 percent of U.S. households have at least 1 dog, and 25% include at least 1 cat.
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Scott's View: Remember Vietnam Veterans on March 29
This coming Wednesday, March 29, we observe Vietnam Veterans Day, the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. This is the day marked by the last American combat troops leaving Vietnam following the Paris Peace Accords, which were signed in January 1973.
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Scott’s View: Tips on More Ways to Save With Our CVS Shopping Exclusive
We keep hearing about new ways our members benefit from our CVS partnership. In addition to a great healthcare benefit, you are covered from bathroom essentials and prescription drugs, to urgent care visits.
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Scott's View: Tech Roundup for 2023 - Top Five Picks for You
I often get asked, "What's the most one can save with Veterans Advantage?” The options are many, but a good way to start is with technology.
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Scott's View: U.S. Military Assisting Earthquake Victims in Turkey & Syria
I am proud to see our U.S. military once again assisting in the face of tragedy. With the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, and tens of thousands already counted as dead, the U.S. military is routing substantial aid from United States European Command to the region.
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Scott’s View: The Importance of Sperm Testing and Cryopreservation for Veterans
As a veteran, I understand the unique challenges that come with military service. One of those challenges is the potential impact of military service on reproductive health. That’s why I’m excited to share more about one of our innovative health tech partners, Legacy.
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Scott’s View: Start the New Year Right with Veterans Advantage
With 2023 upon us, how can you act on your New Year’s resolutions? To reach some of your goals, you can look to Veterans Advantage’s exclusive offers.
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Scott’s View: Army Navy Game
Tomorrow’s Army Navy game will be watched by millions. It will also be a point for the bragging rights between two of our nation's largest military branches.
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Scott’s View: Black Friday and Cyber Monday Savings Begin Now With Veterans Advantage
We hope the Thanksgiving holiday was a restful one for you and your family, filled with gratitude for all we have in our lives, including the freedoms we enjoy today, thanks to your military service.
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Veterans Day Weekend 2022: This is Your Time
WIth a history of over 100 years, Veterans Day continues to be a shining beacon for our nation to remember and honor the service and sacrifice of those who served our country.
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Scott's View: World Series Starts Tonight - And All Eyes are on a Marine
Most major league baseball stars who served in the military are gone today - we all remember the likes of Ted Williams & Tom Seaver in the Marines, Ernie Banks and Willie Mays in the Army, and Yogi Berra and Bob Feller in the Navy. But at World Series game one tonight, you may be rooting for the manager of the Houston Astros, Marine Dusty Baker.
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Scott's View: Looking forward to November and Veterans Day 2022
Did you know only one Seabee has received the Medal of Honor in the history of our country? With the Navy’s birthday yesterday, read about Marvin Shield and his extraordinary acts of heroism in Vietnam, 1965, an article reprinted from our friends of We are the Mighty.
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Scott's View: Remembering Arnold Fisher, Korean War Veteran & Philanthropist: 1932-2022
Last week, we learned the sad news of the passing of a major force in the world of veterans support. Arnold Fisher, one of the key architects behind the legendary Fisher Houses that support military families world wide, passed away.
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Scott's View: Labor Day savings with Veterans Advantage
With Labor Day coming up this Monday, I hope you’re enjoying the last burst of a summer that has flown by. Since it’s also one of the busiest shopping holidays of the year, we’re highlighting Lenovo’s Labor Day sale in today’s member newsletter. You can also check out the Home & Office, Dining & Entertainment and Everyday Shopping categories of the Military Discounts Marketplace for many more savings.
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Scott’s Corner: Exclusive Offers for Veterans Advantage Members
Sometimes I get asked if we have exclusive offers for Veterans Advantage members who have not yet upgraded to VetRewards. I always answer with a resounding YES! Today’s newsletter highlights five of those offers, and if you like what you see, you’ve got even more reason to upgrade to VetRewards.
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Scott's View: Free Disney Bundle With Your Dell Purchase
Dell is one of our longest serving partners - 20 years! - and it keeps finding ways for our members to save while innovating on its award-winning products.
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Scott's View: JetBlue is in the Headlines, and That’s Good for Veterans Advantage Members
You may have read a couple of weeks ago that Spirit Airlines has agreed to be acquired by JetBlue in a $3.8 billion merger. JetBlue, a Veterans Advantage exclusive partner since 2014, will become one of America’s top five airlines.
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Scott's View: Back to School Savings on Travel With Veterans Advantage
Last week, we reviewed some of our members’ favorite offers for the back to school shopping season. Today we want to continue our coverage as it relates to travel.
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Scott's View: Back to School Savings With Veterans Advantage
As the calendar changes from July to August, all eyes are on back to school sales. And the best thing about that is that we adults can enjoy the savings, too! In this high inflation environment, Veterans Advantage provides many ways you can save and enjoy the same types of offers that your younger family members will need for class or their dorm room - and save big!