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Gearing up on rail-ways

Marines rush over top, around and beside a mammoth-looking line of railcars, as Lance Cpl. Brent G. Vines and his fellow Marines finish preparing and loading various combat gear to be sent to Fort Polk, La. for Cajun Viper. The railway is both efficient and good training for the Marines of 10th Marine Regiment. This is the first serious railway

10th Marines battle for unit pride

From the moment they don the uniform, Marines are strictly business. Their day isn’t over until the job’s done. But, as the saying goes, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” Even Marines, dedicated as they are, need to let loose every once in a while. Approximately 1,500 Marines gathered at Liversedge Field to participate in the 10th

Honoring the lives of fallen brothers

Family and friends stood for the National Anthem while gathered together to celebrate eight Marines and one sailor who gave their lives for their country. The service members honored in the ceremony were Staff Sgt. Christopher Zimmerman, an Austin, Texas, native and a 1996 McNeil High School graduate; Sgt. Mark T. Smykowski, a Cleveland, native and

Leadership by example: 3/6 squad leader guides Marines through MOUT town

During this time of year most people are busy preparing for the holiday season. There are presents to be bought, lights to be hung, and trees to decorate. For the Marines from Company K, 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, preparations continue for what takes place after the holiday parties and the ball falls in Times Square.

Marine discusses Corps with commandant

The Marine Corps has appointed 34 commandants since November 28, 1775, but to one Marine, meeting the newest commandant allowed incomparable mentorship. The Atlanta native listened attentively to his new commandant, Gen. James Conway, speak to the sea of Marines at the Goetge field house, while mentally taking notes on the general’s key points;

Squad relay is life saving event!

As the sun rose over Camp Lejeune, Lance Cpl. Terril A. Clark could see numerous figures moving in the dim light while his squad ran down Julian C. Smith Road here. Muffled voices could be heard on the chilled morning air as he and his Marines strove to win the squad competition relay. Clark and the Marines of 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment,

Fallen heroes guard Heaven’s streets

“A million men cannot take Tarawa in 100 years,” boasted Imperial Japanese Fleet Rear Adm. Keiji Shibasaki. Sixty-three years ago 35,000 Marines, sailors, and soldiers took the heavily fortified island, and over 4,500 Japanese lives, in 76 hours. It was the first time in history the Japanese forces offered heavy opposition to a Marine amphibious

2/6 kicks down doors, busts heads in combat town

A squad of Marines, pinned down from enemy fire, remain behind the safety of a building while their squad leader pulls the pin of a smoke grenade. Lobbing the grenade into the middle of the street, the Marines wait for the inevitable burst of concealing smoke.As the street is swallowed by the white smoke, the squad runs across the danger area to

Division Command Master Chief stands relieved

In a wartime environment, every Marine knows how important sailors are to mission accomplishment. Whether you’re in need of a religious professional to ease your mind or a corpsman to heal your wounds, Marines can always count on their brothers and sisters in arms to get them back in the fight. Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Mark R. Williamson,

Passing the torch from old to new generation

The oldest and youngest Marines present stood at attention as the American and Marine Corps flags are marched in and National Anthem played, marking the 231st birthday of the Marine Corps. The Marine Corps has proudly maintained many traditions and legacies since its inception at Tun Tavern in Philadelphia on Nov.10, 1775. These traditions are

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