News Tags: Southwest
Lifelong mentor serves 37 years in Marine Corps
Story by Cpl. Timothy Lenzo | Regional Command Southwest | Date: 11.07.2012Twenty years is the retirement goal for many young Marines, but one Marine’s time in service nearly doubles the mark. With 37 years in the Marine Corps, the grand old man of Regimental Combat Team 7, Lt. Col.... Read More
One simple gesture embodies Marine Corps history, tradition, brotherhood
Story by Cpl. Timothy Lenzo | Regional Command Southwest | Date: 11.07.2012It is the defining moment during boot camp, and I remember it well. Tired, dirty and sweaty after the Crucible, the final test before recruits earn the title United States Marine, I marched back realizing weeks... Read More
Marine Brothers share quality family time in Afghanistan
Story by Cpl. Timothy Lenzo | Regional Command Southwest | Date: 11.05.2012One Marine never expected his reunion with his brother would take place moments before an operation over Helmand province, Afghanistan. Read More
Deployed runners push bodies, complete marathon overseas
Story by Cpl. Timothy Lenzo | Regional Command Southwest | Date: 10.29.2012Before the sunrise Sunday, participants of the Marine Corps Marathon Forward were preparing for the challenge that lay ahead. Read More
Marathon means more than a race, honors fallen heroes
Story by Cpl. Timothy Lenzo | Regional Command Southwest | Date: 10.29.2012A marathon tests runners’ physical and mental toughness. The 26.2 miles push even the most resolved individuals’ focus when faced with the daunting task. Read More