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Reservists visit MCAGCC for Javelin Thrust
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
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DOD ban on DMAA
The Department of Defense has put a ban on all products containing DMAA. These products, formerly sold on base at GNC stores, were pulled off shelves at the beginning of this year. Service members are prohibited from using the supplements pending fu
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Re-up money
One of the Commandant’s priorities is keeping the skills of experienced Marines and Marine leaders to sustain the strength and effectiveness of the Marine Corps. The Selective Reenlistment Bonus program offers Marines willing to reenlist additional
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TRAP mission prepares reservists for combat
The roar of the propellers above the helicopter was deafening. A screech rang throughout the hull, where eight Marines and the flight crew sat. Their only form of communication was hand signals, but those sitting side-by-side had the luxury of screa
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Marines share comic book bond
At one point in the history of their lives, people are faced with a life changing decision on how to best serve their society, whether to use their abilities to create a product or provide a service in a private sector for their livelihood or
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11th MEU Relinquishment of Command Ceremony
Lt. Col. Michael P. Wylie assumed command of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit from Col. Michael R. Hudson during a relinquishment of command ceremony at the Camp Del Mar parade deck here July 12.
Hudson, whose command of the MEU began in May 20
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Marine Corps Recruiting Command, JWT partnership turns 65 years old
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
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Maintenance history behind aircraft
USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea – Everything has a story whether it is a Marine, a flag or an aircraft. Marine Corps history is made on battlefields, on seas and in the skies.
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 251 aviation maintenance administration is t
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VMFA-251 airframe division keeps Hornets flying at sea
USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea – A large grey mechanical tail moves from left to right, while various metal flaps raise and lower like a bird preparing for flight. An F/A-18 Hornet’s twin engines roar to life before launching out over the sea.
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New commander takes helm of 2nd Marine Logistics Group
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
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Marine Corps Security Cooperation Group Marines welcome new commander
A historic Change of Command took place at the Harbor Master Facility aboard Joint Expeditionary Base (JEB) Little Creek – Fort Story, July 12, when more than 100 guests witnessed Marine Col. Christopher R. McCarthy, Commanding Officer of Marine Cor
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Roanoke native serves Corps, lives up to family tradition
Each Marine has his or her own personal reason for joining the Corps, whether it is a sense of duty to one’s country, a chance to travel the world, or tradition. For Cpl. Dustin Carlton, it was all of the above.
“My great grandfather served with
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New program to broaden horizon for Marines leaving Corps
The Small Business Administration announced Operation Boots to Business July 12. The program gives veterans access to valuable resources to help them accomplish their dreams of starting and operating small businesses.
The Marine Corps is the pil
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1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward) celebrates 65th Anniversary in Afghanistan
Marines and sailors with 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward) celebrated the 65th Anniversary of the Logistics Group during a morning colors ceremony on Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, July 2.
The ceremony, which was conducted by the noncommission
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Logistics Marines prepare for deployment to Afghanistan
More than 100 troops with Combat Logistics Battalion 8, 2nd Marine Logistics Group participated in a pre-deployment training exercise aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., from July 9 to 13, where they received up-to-date instruction on how to operate in Afgha
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Roanoke native serves Corps, lives up to family tradition
Each Marine has his or her own personal reason for joining the Corps, whether it is a sense of duty to one’s country, a chance to travel the world, or tradition. For Cpl. Dustin Carlton, it was all of the above.
“My great grandfather served with
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Marines teach riot control techniques to West African nations
Marines from the 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment are spending the next couple of weeks with joint forces from various West African nations to train and exchange their shared experiences of non-lethal weapons and crowd-control tactics as part of
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Marine Corps Security Cooperation Group Marines welcome new commander
A historic Change of Command took place at the Harbor Master Facility aboard Joint Expeditionary Base (JEB) Little Creek – Fort Story, July 12, when more than 100 guests witnessed Marine Col. Christopher R. McCarthy, Commanding Officer of Marine Cor
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Passionate rider strongly encourages Marines to attend Motorcycle Mentorship Program
People say "one man can't change the world," but that doesn't mean one man can't make a difference in another's life.
Sgt. Steven Potts took his first step into serving others by joining the Marine Corps in 2004. Now as a sergeant with Combat Log
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Marines with 8th Engineer Support Battalion take leadership traits to water
The Marine Corps offers a countless number of courses and training that service members can attend in order to advance in their military occupational specialty or learn a new trade.
Marines with 8th Engineer Support Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistic
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