1st Marine Logistics Group
Hometown: Camp Pendleton, CA, US
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Logistics Marine won't settle for less
Gunnery Sgt. Damian LeClair, a unit movement control center chief with Combat Logistics Regiment 15, 1st Marine Logistics Group was recently recognized as the Logistician of the year and is slated to attend a dinner ceremony in Washington, D.C., March 14, 2013.
Courtesy Photo | 1stMLG | 03.07.2013
Recent Publications
The Convoy - 01.03.2013
Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics:7th ESB grenade Ranges, Vietnam veteran returns to Corps, Guard rider who will never forget, Sailor...
Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics:7th ESB grenade Ranges, Vietnam veteran returns to Corps, Guard rider who will never forget, Sailor...
The Convoy - 08.02.2013
Attached is the latest edition of the Convoy. Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics: - CLR-17 keeps motivation high with morning physical...
Attached is the latest edition of the Convoy. Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics: - CLR-17 keeps motivation high with morning physical...
The Convoy - 18.01.2013
Attached is the latest edition of the Convoy. Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics: - Marines splash for success at swim qualification -...
Attached is the latest edition of the Convoy. Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics: - Marines splash for success at swim qualification -...
The Convoy - 21.12.2012
Attached is the latest edition of the Convoy. Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics: - CLB-5 supports Exercise Steel Knight - CLB-13...
Attached is the latest edition of the Convoy. Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics: - CLB-5 supports Exercise Steel Knight - CLB-13...
The Convoy - 30.11.2012
Attached is the latest edition of the Convoy. Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics: - CLB-1 supports infantry in field exercise -...
Attached is the latest edition of the Convoy. Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics: - CLB-1 supports infantry in field exercise -...
The Convoy - 09.11.2012
Attached is the latest edition of the Convoy. Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics: - CLB-2 supports mission, supplies Marines - Video...
Attached is the latest edition of the Convoy. Highlighted in this week's edition are the following units and topics: - CLB-2 supports mission, supplies Marines - Video...
Featured Video
CLB-2 FOB Shukvani Supply Run
U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 2 (-) Reinforced (CLB-2(-)REIN), Combat Logistics Regiment 15 deliver supplies aboard Forward Operating Base Shukvani, Helmand province, Afghanistan, September 17, 2012. CLB-2(-) REIN provide tactical and logistical support to 1 Marine Expeditionary Force Forward in order to enable and support operations in the region. U.S. Marine Corps Motion Imagery by Lance Cpl. Alexander Quiles. Also available in High Definition.
Video by Lance Cpl. Alexander Quiles | 1stMLG | 09.18.2012
Featured Story
Logistics Marine won’t settle for less
03.07.2013 | CAMP PENDLETON, CA, USStory by Cpl. Laura Gauna
MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. – Standing out in the Marine Corps can be very competitive, but not for Gunnery Sgt. Damian LeClair, who has dedicated his life to excellence.
LeClair, a 34-year-old native of Hooksett, N.H., never takes shortcuts. In fact, he makes it a personal goal to never settle for anything less than his best.
The Logistician of the Year award recognizes and honors Marines that make the most outstanding contributions to the logistics field. These Marines have improved concepts, doctrine, technology or procedures that contribute to the development of logistics.
LeClair, a unit movement control center chief with Combat Logistics Regiment 15, 1st Marine Logistics Group, was noticed for his amazing work ethic during his deployment to Helmand province, Afghanistan, last year.
He and his team of five Marines were tasked with providing logistical support to more than 15,000 personnel within Regional Command Southwest.
In a given month, they processed approximately 600 logistical requests including food, equipment, gear, and supplies, often working 13 hour days to push supplies to coalition forces.
“I was just out there doing my job and trying to provide the best support I could to the Marines because they need and deserve the best support that you can give them,” said LeClair.
In 1997, LeClair joined the Marine Corps. He had a passion for working on vehicles and was thrilled to know he could do it as a career in the military.
“This gave me an opportunity to do what I enjoy doing,” said LeClair. “I love waking up every morning knowing I’m a Marine and doing what I love.”
LeClair has traveled to Japan, Korea, Indonesia, Thailand, Dubai, Australia, Iraq and Afghanistan and looks forward to exploring other places.
“There is always that unknown of where I will be in the next couple of years,” said LeClair. “I could be in a different part of the world doing something completely different.”
He is grateful that his family gives him their full support.
“My wife and daughter love being a part of the military,” added LeClair. “They loved going to all the places we’ve gone and seen the things we’ve seen. My wife supports me a hundred percent in everything I choose to do. It really makes a difference.”
LeClair has recently been selected to instruct logistics operations at Camp Johnson, N.C. He is scheduled to leave by the end of March.
“It was always one of my goals to instruct Marines,” said LeClair. “I hope to teach them out-of-the-box thinking. To not do things how it’s always been done, but to get creative.”
In honor of his recent recognition as Logistician of the Year, he is set to attend a dinner ceremony in Washington, D.C., March 14, 2013.
“It just goes to show hard work doesn’t go unrecognized,” added LeClair. “This just pushes me even more to do the best I can do no matter what it is I am doing.”
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Logistics Marine won't settle for less
Gunnery Sgt. Damian LeClair, a unit movement control center chief with Combat Logistics Regiment 15, 1st Marine Logistics Group was recently recognized as the...
Photo by Cpl. Laura Gauna | 1stMLG | 03.07.2013
Gunnery Sgt. Damian LeClair, a unit movement control center chief with Combat Logistics Regiment 15, 1st Marine Logistics Group was recently recognized as the...
Photo by Cpl. Laura Gauna | 1stMLG | 03.07.2013
Bulk fuelers bolster expeditionary operations
Marines with Bulk Fuel Company, 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, provide security for a hose line aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., Tuesday,...
Photo by Cpl. Kenneth Jasik | 1stMLG | 02.26.2013
Marines with Bulk Fuel Company, 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, provide security for a hose line aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., Tuesday,...
Photo by Cpl. Kenneth Jasik | 1stMLG | 02.26.2013
Optics technician stands out
Lance Cpl. Michael M. Estes, an optics technician with Ordnance Maintenance Company, 1st Maintenance Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 15, 1st Marine Logistics...
Photo by Cpl. Kenneth Jasik | 1stMLG | 02.28.2013
Lance Cpl. Michael M. Estes, an optics technician with Ordnance Maintenance Company, 1st Maintenance Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 15, 1st Marine Logistics...
Photo by Cpl. Kenneth Jasik | 1stMLG | 02.28.2013
Marines and sailors are recognized during awards ceremony
Petty Officer 1st Class Robert Campbell (left), Petty Officer 2nd Class Aimee Granger, Seaman Ashley Hobbs, Sgt. Delando Bradford, Petty Officer 1st Class Jason...
Photo by Cpl. Laura Gauna | 1stMLG | 02.22.2013
Petty Officer 1st Class Robert Campbell (left), Petty Officer 2nd Class Aimee Granger, Seaman Ashley Hobbs, Sgt. Delando Bradford, Petty Officer 1st Class Jason...
Photo by Cpl. Laura Gauna | 1stMLG | 02.22.2013
Supply Battalion holds annual field meet
A Marine with 1st Supply Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 15, 1st Marine Logistics Group, runs with ammo cans during the 1st Supply Bn. field meet aboard Camp...
Photo by Cpl. Kenneth Jasik | 1stMLG | 02.22.2013
A Marine with 1st Supply Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 15, 1st Marine Logistics Group, runs with ammo cans during the 1st Supply Bn. field meet aboard Camp...
Photo by Cpl. Kenneth Jasik | 1stMLG | 02.22.2013
A call to arms: Vietnam veteran returns to Corps
Jim Burke, a 66-year-old native of Manhattan, N.Y., is currently working as a Marine Corps Center for Lessons Learned representative, providing numerous types of...
Photo by Cpl. Laura Gauna | 1stMLG | 02.14.2013
Jim Burke, a 66-year-old native of Manhattan, N.Y., is currently working as a Marine Corps Center for Lessons Learned representative, providing numerous types of...
Photo by Cpl. Laura Gauna | 1stMLG | 02.14.2013