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Marines complete joint fire observer course

Story by Lance Cpl. Jose Lujano | III Marine Expeditionary Force / Marine Corps Installations Pacific | Date: 10.16.2012

Twenty Marines completed a joint fire observer course taught by instructors of the Marine detachment at Fort Sill, Okla., Oct. 5-19 at Camp Hansen to become certified JFOs. Read More

Snipers take flight: Snipers train to provide precise support from above

Story by Lance Cpl. Daniel Valle | III Marine Expeditionary Force / Marine Corps Installations Pacific | Date: 10.15.2012

As a gentle breeze swayed the grass from side to side, the sound of buzzing insects echoed through the training grounds. However, these sounds were soon overcome by the sound of an incoming helicopter. Read More

Marines hone skills, strengthen cohesion

Story by Lance Cpl. Jose Lujano | III Marine Expeditionary Force / Marine Corps Installations Pacific | Date: 10.13.2012

Among a dizzying array of antennas, radio chatter could be heard as Marines with Company A, 7th Communication Battalion, strengthened their knowledge of satellite and radio communications. Read More

Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated

Story by Lance Cpl. Nicholas Ranum | III Marine Expeditionary Force / Marine Corps Installations Pacific | Date: 10.05.2012

Marines and sailors across Okinawa have been observing Hispanic Heritage Month, which began Sept. 15 across Okinawa. Read More

Marines make repairs, enable future training evolutions

Story by Lance Cpl. Daniel Valle | III Marine Expeditionary Force / Marine Corps Installations Pacific | Date: 10.03.2012

Marines stationed on Okinawa are no strangers to the sometimes dangerous conditions that come with destructive weather. The island was recently struck by Typhoon Jelawat, which caused damage to various training... Read More