FACTBOX: Clinton's plans for strengthening military

FACTBOX: Clinton's plans for strengthening military

(Reuters) - Democratic presidential contender Hillary Clinton campaigned in Fayetteville, North Carolina, on Thursday where she outlined her plans to strengthen the U.S. military.

Here are some of her proposals.

- She said she would start bringing troops home from Iraq within 60 days of taking office, but would keep a small counterterrorism force there.

- She would allow U.S. military personnel one month at home for every month served in combat to avoid burnout. She also promises to end the "stop loss" policy, which forces enlisted troops to stay in the military beyond their regular tour of duty.

- She has proposed increased benefits for veterans, including low-interest home loans, increased tuition assistance and improved medical care, and expanded job programs for veterans. They also would be able to buy foreclosed homes owned by the government at half price.

(compiled by Andy Sullivan; Editing by Xavier Briand)

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