Defining the Cipher

¹ci·pher  noun, often attributive \ˈsī-fər\

Definition of CIPHER

1  a : zero 1a 
    b : one that has no weight, worth, or influence : nonentity

2  a : a method of transforming a text in order to conceal its meaning — compare code 3b 

    b : a message in code

3  : arabic numeral

4  : a combination of symbolic letters; especially : the interwoven initials of a name 

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In our nation's history, the plight of the returning veteran from war has often been defined by the difficulties they face not only from a psychological perspective, but also from a very emotional one.  This blog is dedicated to returning soldiers, marines, airmen, and sailors who put their lives on hold and stood their ground in the face of adversity on behalf of their nation.  In many cases, they have returned home to families who love them, welcomed as heroes, and have been treated with respect.  In some cases, they have also returned home to destroyed marriages, lost hopes and dreams, and an economy and employment situation which can best be described as prejudicial against them and their distinction as veterans.

The Cipher Effect is a blog that will highlight some of the more prevalent issues that these returning veterans face, and will attempt to educate and inform a civilian population, of whom less than 1% is connected in any way to a veteran returning home from their country's wars, about who and what they are.  This blog will serve as an attempt to de-cipher the military into a language that is recognizable and available to those who might not otherwise understand.

Thanks for reading.  - Mark