Military Veteran Benefits Explained. I had the good fortune of sitting down with Retired Sergeant First Class Jane Babcock. Jane is also a retired County Veteran Service Officer advising veterans from all walks. of life on their earned benefits. She continues to volunteer her time to educate veterans and their families on their benefits. If you are a veteran, a veteran's spouse, or a friend of a veteran you need to listen to this episode of The Admiral's Almanac.