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Marine Finds True Brotherhood
From as far back as he can remember he was always treated like a Marine by his family and relatives. Growing up, Recruit John Kidwell, Platoon 1063, was surrounded by family and friends who were Marines, so he was used to the military way of life, said his grandfather, Richard Kidwell, a retired sergeant major. He said he wasn't surprised when his grandson chose the Marine Corps.
Experience Increases Confidence
Marines are known as amphibious warriors based on their ability to assault fortified islands by sea. During past amphibious assaults, some Americans have lost their lives by drowning in the surf. To give Marines a basic understanding of how to survive the watery forces of nature, they must qualify in Combat Water Survival training during boot camp.Friendship Day 2008
The morning began gloomily enough as overcast skies cast an ominous shadow over the flight line. It seemed Iwakuni's April showers had decided to stick around an extra week, threatening to put a damper on the open house annually welcoming hundreds of thousands of guests aboard the air station.Death of the Marksman
Say goodbye to the Marine Corps marksman. From now on, all Marines will be either sharpshooters or experts. Those lines may as well be written into the new Marine Corps Combat Marksmanship Program order, which has effectively lowered the Corps' standard for excellence in rifle marksmanship.Twenty-Sixth MEU Departs for ESGINT
The 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit will depart for its Expeditionary Strike Group Integration Training. The training, part of the 26th MEU's six month predeployment training cycle, will be the first time the elements of the MEU will load their equipment and personnel aboard the ships that will make up the USS Iwo Jima ESG.Marine Wing Group 27 Changes Command
Col. Stephen F. Kirkpatrick assumed command of Marine Wing Support Group 27 during a ceremony at the air station parade field. Kirkpatrick relieved Col. Peter M. Warker, who will go on to serve as the inspector general for Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command.Marine Leaves a Lasting Impression
Outstanding Marines can be found throughout the Marine Corps. Not only do these Marines excel at their Military Occupational Specialty, but they also lead productive off-duty lives. In the Marine Corps, 19 year-old Cpl. James R. Schneider III is a motor vehicle operator with Motor Transport Platoon, II Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group, II MEF.
Marines Promoted in Front of the World
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Luigi Chiechi, Sgt. Aaron R. Hines and Sgt. William E. Tellefsen were promoted to their current rank in front of military members representing more than 35 nations following the opening ceremony of communications exercise Combined Endeavor 2008.Marines Pursue Goals
Serving in the Marine Corps is a calling that can't be ignored. Many Marines believe they have to give up their dreams of playing sports in order to serve their country, but a select few Marines don't have to sacrifice either.Back from Iraq
When Matthew Tulloh stood on the yellow footprints at Marine Corps Recruit Training two and half years ago, he thought there was no way he'd end up manning a .50-caliber machine gun for six months in Iraq. Lance Cpl. Tulloh was one of several hundred Marines returning to Quantico as a member of the now combat-seasoned Task Force National Capital Region.Marines Conduct First Combat Patrol
The Marines of 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division have made immediate progress with Afghans here despite arriving in Afghanistan just weeks ago. The Marines met with the village elders in the Golestan District, arranged for key-leader engagements, and laid groundwork for future civil military projects.Iraqi Police Train With Marines
Once a month, the Iraqi police are paid for their everyday services. Marines of the Habbaniyah Police Transition Team (PTT), who work with the Iraqi Police daily, ensured their hard work over the last 30 days was rewarded with a much deserved payday.What's Hot
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