Quick Answer. Lakes, oceans, ponds, streams and other large bodies of water create mild, temperate climates by cooling surrounding air in the summer and retaining warm air during the winter. In general, larger bodies of water produce the most dramatic effects on surrounding climate.
To be awarded the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, a military service member must perform duty in a deployed status and must participate in designated anti-terrorism operation for a period of either 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days of duty.
Automatic promotion from PFC to specialist has two requirements: appropriate time in service and time in grade. TIS is the total time a person has been a soldier. TIMIG applies to the length of time a soldier has been a PFC. Currently, the TIS requirement for promotion from PFC to SPC is 24 months and the TIMIG requirement is six months. Waivers/Special Situations