Military Basebook, a Facebook application for military members, is growing by nearly 200 members each day.
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Military members are finding it easier than ever to stay connected to family members and friends across the globe thanks to “Basebook,” a new social networking tool that utilizes social networking site Facebook.
The web-based application allows members to post information about when and where they’ve served and connect with others who served on the same bases or with those who have similar military backgrounds or experiences.
Basebook has already struck a chord with hundreds of military families. More than 1,000 people have added the application in its first three weeks, with military spouses helping lead the charge.
“Long distances and constant relocations can take a toll on military members and their families,” said Basebook creator Josh Kayser. “Basebook is a great way for loved ones to stay in touch with their soldiers. But it’s also a simple way to create an online community rooted in mutual support.”
Basebook members begin by creating a personal profile, which can include information on medals, ribbons, badges and other awards they’ve received. Next, members input their base history, listing where and when they have served or if they are preparing to relocate. The application then helps match members by their base histories or even their similar awards and honors.
In addition, Basebook also features special pages for its most popular military bases. More than 600 people have already become fans of Fort Bragg in North Carolina, which is home to the 82nd Airborne Division and the U.S. Army Special Operations command.
The application is open to all active and retired military members and their families. Users can log on via Facebook or through Basebook’s website at www.militarybasebook.com.
I’M looking for Ken Piper or Jim Simms. Old friends from Korea
I am looking for Gary Kelly, who had served on the USS Carl Vinson between the years of 2001-2004 (somewhere in there). If you can aid in providing me with any information I would greatly appreciate it.
Best regards,
Angela
I am looking for any of the wonderful soldiers I served with in korea on Camp Stanley unit HHC 2-2 Aviation 1998-1999! Martinez Williams roesch,Paoli, and so many more. Hope you are all safe, would love to hear from any of you:)
Sincerely, Jessica Bodey
Your Medic
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I am looking for James Jones and Elaine Wallin who were stationed with my husband and I at Eglin AFB in 1965.
I am looking for SSG JC Smiith. He is a Vietnam veteran and was my platoon sargeant at 565th Supply Co, Ft. Hood TX in the early 80′s. He was also like a father, best friend and life saver to me. Would love to be able to tell him that myself. I think he may have been from North or South Carolina.
I’m looking for a black male that was stationed at FT. Rucker, Alabama during 1985 – 1990. He lived in Enterprise in an apartment on Rucker Blvd. I think you drove a red sport car. I had a son about 2 or 3 years old at the time. The name has faded away but Anderson keep coming up in my head. My mother told me that you came back looking for me after I had moved out on my own.
Please help me find him
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