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HEAT simulator rolls Marines through training

US Marine News - Thu, 07/19/2012 - 4:41am
Station Installation Personnel Administration Center Marines trained in the Humvee Egress Assistance Trainer here July 11, 2012. The HEAT simulates a rolling-over Humvee, which occurs when a topheavy load, improvised explosive device or unfavorab ...

Sailor reflects on five-year tour with Marines

US Marine News - Wed, 07/18/2012 - 2:16pm
Corpsmen, medical officers, religious service specialists and chaplains are the most common Navy specialties seen working hand-to-hand with Marines. However, other jobs such as logistics specialists are a much more uncommon sight. Petty Officer ...

Afghan Forces graduate 19 advance administrators under Marine tutelage

US Marine News - Wed, 07/18/2012 - 1:01pm
After more than 10 years of war in Afghanistan, the Afghan National Security Forces have gained a certain proficiency in war fighting unlike any they have ever experienced in past years. As they’ve developed their tactics, techniques and procedures ...

Afghan Forces graduate 19 advance administrators under Marine tutelage

US Marine News - Wed, 07/18/2012 - 8:26am
After more than 10 years of war in Afghanistan, the Afghan National Security Forces have gained a certain proficiency in war fighting unlike any they have ever experienced in past years. As they’ve developed their tactics, techniques and procedures ...

Cleveland-native earns a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal

US Marine News - Tue, 07/17/2012 - 10:31am
A native of Cleveland was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal during a ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington July 12. Cpl. Sirin J. Broadus, 21, enlisted in the Marine Corps in September 2010 and attended recruit training at Mar ...

Graphics artist makes work easy with passion, a smile

US Marine News - Tue, 07/17/2012 - 9:41am
Many leave home to travel the world, hoping to find their passion and purpose in life. Cheryle Magorno, a graphics specialist aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow did just that. At a young age, she trekked across the country and returned to ...

Radio Operator vital to Personal Security Detachment

US Marine News - Tue, 07/17/2012 - 8:26am
“Communication is everything for what we do,” said Staff Sgt. Jonathan Morgan, personal security detachment chief, Personal Security Detachment, Combat Logistics Battalion 4, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward). “If you can’t communicate you don’t ...

Marine Corps offers ways to avoid, eliminate debt

US Marine News - Tue, 07/17/2012 - 8:26am
A Marine may be able to keep his or her calm in a combat zone but on the home front there are still many looming threats, including financial security that can bring even the most iron willed warriors into a stressed environment. While many may ...

Radio Operator vital to Personal Security Detachment

US Marine News - Tue, 07/17/2012 - 2:11am
“Communication is everything for what we do,” said Staff Sgt. Jonathan Morgan, personal security detachment chief, Personal Security Detachment, Combat Logistics Battalion 4, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward). “If you can’t communicate you don’t ...

Marine Corps offers ways to avoid, eliminate debt

US Marine News - Mon, 07/16/2012 - 1:01pm
A Marine may be able to keep his or her calm in a combat zone but on the home front there are still many looming threats, including financial security that can bring even the most iron willed warriors into a stressed environment. While many may ...

Graphics artist makes work easy with passion, a smile

US Marine News - Mon, 07/16/2012 - 1:01pm
Many leave home to travel the world, hoping to find their passion and purpose in life. Cheryle Magorno, a graphics specialist aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow did just that. At a young age, she trekked across the country and returned to ...

Marines raid Fuji for urban training

US Marine News - Mon, 07/16/2012 - 11:46am
An established ally has seen its sovereign territory encroached upon by special forces from a neighboring nation, and these "Black Berets" must be stopped before they gain a foothold. This was the scenario for the Maritime Raid Force of the 31st ...

Marines eliminate targets in the Australian outback

US Marine News - Mon, 07/16/2012 - 10:56am
A cacophony of rifle and machine gun bullets fly downrange, meeting their targets with deadly accuracy. Off to the left, the piercing “whoosh” of a rocket saws through the noise. The enemy is dug in deep behind downed trees and brush, but the Marine ...

Marine Corps Recruiting Command, JWT partnership turns 65 years old

US Marine News - Mon, 07/16/2012 - 10:31am
In July 1947, the Marine Corps began a partnership with the advertising agency JWT. In the 65 years since, JWT has played a crucial role in developing the positive brand awareness that contributes to the successful attainment of Marine Corps Recruit ...

Reservists visit Twentynine Palms for Javelin Thrust

US Marine News - Mon, 07/16/2012 - 9:41am
More than 5,000 Marines came to in the Combat Center’s training area from Marine Forces Reserve and I Marine Expeditionary Force to participate in Large Scale Exercise-1/Javelin Thrust 2012 from July 2 through July 12, 2012. In the past, the Jave ...

Marines eliminate targets in the Australian outback

US Marine News - Mon, 07/16/2012 - 8:02am
A cacophony of rifle and machine gun bullets fly downrange, meeting their targets with deadly accuracy. Off to the left, the piercing “whoosh” of a rocket saws through the noise. The enemy is dug in deep behind downed trees and brush, but the Marine ...

“Boat Company” maintains skills with mock raid

US Marine News - Mon, 07/16/2012 - 8:02am
The hum of the boat engines are drowned out by the sound of waves crashing on the beach. Concealed by the sounds of nature, more than 100 Marines speed toward their objective. Marines from Company F., Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 1st Ma ...

New commander takes helm of 2nd Marine Logistics Group

US Marine News - Mon, 07/16/2012 - 7:11am
The commanding general of 2nd Marine Logistics Group relinquished command of more than 9,000 Marines, sailors and civilians during a ceremony at the MLG amphitheater here, July 12. Maj. Gen. Michael G. Dana, of Schenectady, N.Y., passed the reign ...

31st MEU’s “Boat Company” maintains skills with mock raid

US Marine News - Mon, 07/16/2012 - 3:02am
The hum of the boat engines are drowned out by the sound of waves crashing on the beach. Concealed by the sounds of nature, more than 100 Marines speed toward their objective. Marines from Company F., Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 1st Ma ...

“Duty Expert” keeps combat logistics patrols moving

US Marine News - Mon, 07/16/2012 - 12:32am
"Flat tires, blown transmissions, and even vehicle accidents are common occurrences in the harsh environment and inherent danger of a war zone,” said Staff Sgt. Brendan H. Chamburs, company gunnery sergeant, Support Company, Combat Logistics Battali ...