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Archive: March, 2014

Navy Cross recipient passes legacy to new Marines March 14, 2014 — A drill instructor here knows very well how important his job is in training and preparing recruits for the rigors and hardships of combat.Staff Sgt. Aubrey L. McDade, Navy Cross recipient and drill instructor, Platoon 3214, Company I, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, uses his experiences from combat to passionately train recruits.According to MORE

Commandant returns Corps to rolled sleeves tradition March 13, 2014 — Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos, prepared the Marine Corps to bring back sleeves up, which started March 9.The Marine Corps leaders circuited around the Corps asking non-commissioned officers their opinions and made their decision to bring “rolled sleeves” back.“Sgt. Maj. Barrett and I have now spoken to the majority of you about MORE

Marine react to Semper Durus March 13, 2014 — Personnel aboard the depot performed a Semper Durus Exercise mission to test the depots ability to respond to emergencies from Feb. 25 to 26.The purpose of Semper Durus was to exercise emergency response plans, policies and procedures in response to an all-hazards incident. The exercise was specifically designed as active shooter or terrorist MORE

Marines learn to use field protective mask March 13, 2014 — Marines of Company I, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, were exposed CS gas for the first time during the Crucible week at Edson Range, March 3. The purpose of the event was for the Marines to learn the basics of the M-50 Joint Service General Purpose Mask before going into the chamber. Once they were in the chamber, they had to gain the MORE

Recruits learn fundamentals of marksmanship March 13, 2014 — “Our Corps, our culture has as its very basis, marksmanship skills—the ability to perform with a rifle. If you can’t shoot, you are not going to become a Marine,” said Gen. James T. Conway, 34th Commandant of the Marine Corps.Recruits of Company H, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, were taught the fundamentals of marksmanship at Edson Range, Feb. MORE

Co. M overcomes fear of Confidence Course March 13, 2014 — Storming into a building with armed suspects, traversing across a high mountain pass and driving into known enemy territory riddled with Improvised Explosive Devices all have one item in common, it requires confidence and courage to accomplish. Recruits of Company M, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, overcame their fears and conquered the Confidence MORE

Co. I recruits dig deep to overcome CFT March 7, 2014 — Recruits of Company I, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, overcame challenges of the final Combat Fitness Test aboard the depot, Feb. 20.The purpose of the CFT was to ensure recruits were ready for the arduous demands of combat operations.“The Marine Corps implemented the CFT due to our combat focused orientation,” said Sgt. Mark D. Reconsal, drill MORE

Iwo Jima vets have 69th reunion on the depot March 7, 2014 — Fifteen Marine Corps veterans received a tour of the depot as well as celebrated the Iwo Jima Veterans 69th Anniversary Reunion with their families here, Feb. 21.Their reunion aboard the base included a visit to the yellow footprints, a tour of the Command Museum and lunch at the base’s dining facility.For many it was a nostalgic event that filled MORE

New Marine finishes six year journey March 7, 2014 — The quest to earn the title Marine usually starts at recruit training. But for Pfc. William N. Cunningham, it started when he attended the Platoon Leaders Course to become a commissioned officer.Cunningham, Platoon 2111, Company E, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, battled adversity and waited almost six years for the opportunity to become a MORE

Depot riders enjoy first motorcycle ride March 7, 2014 — Marines of 3rd Recruit Training Battalion took part in their quarterly ride to Carlsbad, Calif., which was part of the battalion’s motorcycle club ride, Jan. 28.The purpose of the motorcycle club is to improve unit morale, promote rider awareness and improve individual rider skills. The club is also tasked with establishing and maintaining MORE

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