Robert Philpot

#FlashbackFriday: The Exchange’s Connections to President Kennedy

By Robert Philpot / November 22, 2024 /

Today is the 61st anniversary of the president’s assassination, inspiring this look at Exchange activity with a link to him,

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The Challenge Coin is a Military and an Exchange Tradition. How Did it Start?

By Robert Philpot / November 20, 2024 /

The answers vary–and may even date back to ancient Roman times.

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Senior Enlisted Advisor Packs a Lot Into First Tour of Exchange Facilities in Korea and Japan

By Robert Philpot / November 19, 2024 /

At each installation, Martinez met with general managers, toured facilities—including three distribution centers, three bakeries and airline catering—and spoke with associates. The whirlwind trip familiarized Martinez with how deep the Exchange goes in its commitment to serving those who serve and have served.

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Veterans Day, Exchange Heroes and More

By Robert Philpot / November 15, 2024 /

ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

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#FlashbackFriday: 1969—Apollo 12 and a New Exchange Launch (But Only One Has Moon Maidens)

By Robert Philpot / November 15, 2024 /

The space-themed grand opening coincided with a holiday theme. Both themes coincided with howling winds and freezing temperatures, neither of which could stop customers from checking out the new store, which replaced facilities that dated to World War II.

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Veterans Day event at the Kaiserlautern Military Community Exchange.

Exchanges Worldwide Salute Heroes With Special Coins on Veterans Day

By Robert Philpot / November 12, 2024 /

For the fifth consecutive year, Exchanges worldwide honored those who have served with a challenge coin giveaway on Veterans Day. In a united sign of appreciation for their sacrifice, Veterans were eligible to receive coins at all military exchanges.

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A New Military Resource Center, a Parade Invitation and More

By Robert Philpot / November 8, 2024 /

ICYMI, here’s the week in Exchange Post coverage.

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#FlashbackFriday: 2014—The Exchange Supports Troops During the Ebola Crisis

By Robert Philpot / November 8, 2024 /

Exchange associates became “personal shoppers” for troops who had to be quarantined after they returned from West Africa to the United States.

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ICYMI: Benefits Info, Nourishing Young Heroes and Much More

By Robert Philpot / November 1, 2024 /

ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

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How to Keep Your Data Safe When Using Mobile Devices

By Robert Philpot / October 29, 2024 /

You’ve probably received a text or call from a number you don’t recognize. Maybe the caller left a voice mail. Maybe the text looks like it was meant for somebody else. Should you respond—even if the text doesn’t have a suspicious-looking link?

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