German armies used the Skull & Cross bones many times. In the image above we see the Totenkopf, a German word for the deathmanÂ´s head. This is an old symbol of momenti mori. It consists usually of the skull and the mandible of the human skeleton.
You generally need to work for 10 years to qualify for benefits (unless youâre receiving benefits through a spouse -- see How Spouses Can Maximize Social Security Benefits for more information). The maximum earnings that count toward your benefit are $118,500 in 2015.
Monthly Social Security checks. After you applied for Social Security benefits and are approved, you will receive your Social Security checks monthly. Social Security checks are paid one month in arrears. That means your June check is for Social Security benefits you received in May. The checks are paid on the 3rd day of the month unless the third is a weekend or a holiday. If the third is a weekend or a holiday, then the check will be paid before the third of the month. Social Security checks can be direct deposited into your bank account.