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Archive: April, 2005

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Tech keeps cutting edge on tip of spear

Marine forces are often referred to the as "the tip of the spear." They are often the first to deliver the powerful blow that strikes deep into an enemy's heart. The Marine Corps' technological advantage over opposing forces keeps that spear tip pointed and sharp. As operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom proved, a smaller, more

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"Wounded Warrior," Marine gives back to New York City community

When Alex Presman enlisted in the Marines in 1996, he wasn't necessarily planning on making a career out of the Corps. "I joined for the experience," said Presman. His eight-year experience changed his life. "I appreciate life more," said Presman. "I think differently about veterans and disabled veterans," he said. "Because now I'm one of

NYC "coach" offers help for transitioning Marines

"You know where it starts, don't you?" asked George Hankoff. After a dramatic pause, he reached across and extended his right hand. "It starts with a handshake and good eye contact," he said. "It's knowing who you are and being confident about it without being overbearing." Hankoff, a New York-based presentation skills coach, has offered to

Intrepid celebrates upcoming Fleet Week

The Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum held a Fleet Week kick off reception for the service members, supporters, and other planned participants of the 18th annual New York armed forces celebration recently. The event, which will run from May 25 to 31, will host over a dozen Navy and Coast Guard ships on Manhattan’s west side. A highlight of the

Marines of 3rd Battalion, 11th Marines, dismount a new M-777 155 mm lightweight howitzer from a truck. The three howitzers delivered Monday are the first of the M-777s in the Marine Corps and the first new howitzers to 3/11 in more than 20 years. - Marines of 3rd Battalion, 11th Marines, dismount a new M-777 155 mm lightweight howitzer from a truck. The three howitzers delivered Monday are the first of the M-777s in the Marine Corps and the first new howitzers to 3/11 in more than 20 years.

New, lighter howitzer a first for 3/11, Corps

Marine Corps history was made here Monday as the first three new lightweight 155 mm howitzers were delivered to 3rd Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment.The new M-777 155 mm lightweight howitzer is set to replace the M-198 155 mm howitzer currently used by the Marine Corps and the U.S. Army in coming years with its lighter titanium design and advanced

Company Donates Comfort Insoles to Troops

From the ancient Greek lore of Achilles' heel to the high-stepping travails of Forrest Gump, symbolic importance has often been placed on soldiers' feet in Western fiction. Airplus Footcare understands the importance of the servicemembers' feet. That's why the company said it has donated about 10,000 Sport & Work Insoles in a two-year period to

An Officer, Chief Petty Officer, and Seamen of Coastal Defense Monitor USS Nahant drill on a one-pounder gun at the New York Harbor in 1898. - An Officer, Chief Petty Officer, and Seamen of Coastal Defense Monitor USS Nahant drill on a one-pounder gun at the New York Harbor in 1898.

Historic naval militia honored during street renaming ceremony

Marines, Sailors, and other service members gathered to honor the New York Naval Militia (NYNM) at a street renaming ceremony held at the intersection of Fulton and Water Street recently. “There was no better place to honor the men and women of the New York Naval Militia than the renaming of the intersection of Fulton and Water Street to the New

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Marines reclaim Holcomb trophy

Five Combat Center Marines returned from the 2005 Western Division Shooting Matches at Camp Pendleton, Calif., with the Holcomb Pistol Team Trophy to present to the commanding general April 8. “It’s things like this that put Twentynine Palms on the map,” said Brig. Gen. Richard C. Zilmer, Combat Center commanding general, as he accepted the trophy

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3/7 commander passes torch

The commanding officer of 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, passed on the colors to his successor in a change of command ceremony held on the Commanding General's Parade Deck April 8.Lieutenant Col. Matthew A. Lopez, commanding officer of the battalion, relinquished command to Lt. Col. Roger B. Turner Jr., after two successful tours in Iraq under Lopez's

Brooklyn family mourns beloved Marine with ceremony

The family of fallen Lance Cpl. William White held a memorial service for their beloved Marine at White’s childhood home in Bushwick, Brooklyn on March 29th. “Part of keeping the memory of veterans and service members alive is to remember them through a memorial ceremony. Unfortunately, it’s a part of the veterans’ community,” said former Marine

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