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EOD technicians clear the ranges of potential hazards November 8, 2006 — Through the hills and rocky terrain of Range 400, the Marines of Explosive Ordnance Disposal walked and scanned the area, clearing it of all ordnance that could pose a threat to units currently training. “The purposes of the sweeps are to keep ordnance and explosive residue to a minimum, and to allow the newer, better targets to be put in for the MORE

Then and Now - Birthday ceremony a work in progress November 7, 2006 — The Marine Corps Birthday celebration is a timeless reminder to those who wear the eagle, globe and anchor where they come from and the weight their title bears to the world. Since the dawning of its existence, the Corps has exemplified its ability to maintain tradition and honor on and off the battlefield. Little has changed since then. Today, the MORE

Comm. school bids farewell to XO November 7, 2006 — Good men and women join the Marine Corps family every day, and they stay in the family for the rest of their lives. Marines don’t truly leave their family of brothers and sisters, but merely resign their position as active members in the service. The Corps recently said goodbye to a brother as he bid farewell to pursue his future in the civilian MORE

Systems Command large presence at National Museum of the Marine Corps dedication November 6, 2006 — Nearly 15,000 invited guests are expected to participate in the formal dedication of the new National Museum of the Marine Corps on Nov. 10, and Marine Corps Systems Command is a major contributor to the festivities. While the museum will serve as a lasting tribute to Marines, MARCORSYSCOM will give guests an opportunity to see the operational MORE

Marine leader, actors recognize a few November 4, 2006 — A military promotion can be an honorable and memorable experience. But how many service members can say they’ve been promoted by a four-star general? It’s a relatively short list. How about a four-star general, an actor who brawled with Patrick Swayze and a career martial artist/cultural icon with a propensity for roundhouse kicks? Even the MORE

Combat cooks' ingenuity delivers November 4, 2006 — Infantry Marines accomplishing combat operations in Fallujah now have something to look forward to when "chow time" comes around. "They're getting hot meals for breakfast and dinner every day," said 1st Lt. Amy M. Akstin, supply officer for Combat Logistics Battalion 5, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward). The Marines also get a variety of MORE

Leadership course prepares Marines, sailors for SNCO rank November 4, 2006 — Non-commissioned officers of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit are role models and function as first-line leaders within their units. After being selected for promotion to the initial staff non-commissioned officer rank, they are encouraged to attend a Staff Sergeant Indoctrination Course to sharpen the edges of their leadership skills, so when MORE

New middle school named after Medal of Honor recipient November 3, 2006 — The Desert Sands Unified School District held a dedication ceremony for the new Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School here Nov. 3. The school was named after Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Marine Col. Mitchell Paige, after a unanimous decision by the district staff, parents and the La Quinta community, said Peggy Reyes, the district’s MORE

2/7 Fox readies their ‘boots’ for Iraq November 2, 2006 — Marines and sailors in the line of fire face a hostile enemy every day. Improvised explosive devices, snipers and suicide bombers are a common threat to American military members in today’s war zones.With an abundance of new Marines, some may think Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, could be seriously unprepared for the dangers they MORE

Assistant Commandant of Marine Corps visits Ramadi November 1, 2006 — General Bob Magnus, assistant commandant of the Marine Corps, visited the Marines of 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment at Hurricane Point in Ar Ramadi, Iraq on Nov. 1. More than 50 Marines and sailors gathered in the battalion conference room for the chance to meet the assistant commandant. “This was a rare opportunity,” said Pvt. Jaime A. MORE

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