When medical authorities determine a medical procedure is necessary, such as childbirth, and the member elects civilian medical care, the commander, upon the recommendation of a military doctor, may grant convalescent leave. Emergency Leave. Emergency leave is chargeable leave granted for personal or family emergencies involving the immediate family. Unit commanders approve emergency leave, although commanders can delegate leave approval to no lower than the first sergeant for enlisted personnel (in some of the services). Normally, verification by the American Red Cross (ARC) or the host countryâs equivalent agency is not necessary.
Al Benner. Al Benner is an actor, known for Play It to the Bone (1999) and Columbo (1971). See full bio Â».
Benjamin Banneker was an astronomer, mathematician, surveyor, almanac maker and a vocal critic of slavery. His stand against racial discrimination is well documented but some of the other Benjamin Banneker major accomplishments are disputed. There are many who accept the accomplishments at their face value but there are others who cite the lack of evidence to infer that some accomplishments are hearsay. 1. Benjamin Banneker Made The First American Wooden Clock. There are many who credit Banneker for having created the first wooden clock. That is of course a wrong inference.