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- William Palmer defends his Top Fan crown this week! You can join the competition by contributing via post, comment, or like on our page. Our thoughts and prayers this weekend are with those along the eastern seaboard as they make final preparations for Sandy.
- Black Sea Rotational Force 12, comprised of 350 Marines and sailors from units across the country, deployed to Eastern Europe o build bonds and improve cooperation between United States forces and partner nations in the Baltic, Black Sea and Caucasus regions. READ MORE: http://buff.ly/RP10BR
- MARFORRES shooters hone marksmanship skills
MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – More than 100 Marines from across the country enrolled in this year’s Reserve Combat Marksmanship Coaches Course held here Oct. 8 to Oct. 21 at the Weapon’s Training Battalion. READ MORE: http://buff.ly/RMquzw - FAIRMONT, West Va. (Oct. 18, 2012)- Governor Earl Ray Tomblin, Senator Joe Manchin, and Maj. Gen. James Hoyer join Medal of Honor recipient Hershel “Woody” Williams and his daughters to celebrate the dedication of a new armed forces reserve center named for Williams. READ MORE: buff.ly/RI0iX1
- FAIRMONT, Va.- The 68,000 square foot Hershel “Woody” Williams Fairmont Armed Forces Reserve Center will soon be home to the 901st Medical Battalion of the Army Reserve and the 1st Battalion, 201st Field Artillery Battalion of the West Virginia National Guard. READ MORE: http://buff.ly/RI0iX1
- Border to border, coast to coast, and all around the world- Marine Corps Band New Orleans is there. For more info, please see: http://buff.ly/RyLkm3
- In remembrance of the Marines and sailors lost in the Oct. 23, 1983 terrorist bombing at the Marine barracks in Beirut, Lebanon. For historical, video, and photo resources, please see: http://buff.ly/S234Zz
- MARFORRES alumnus accepts "Reservist of the Year" honors from Marine Corps League. READ MORE: http://buff.ly/S1Woec
- FORWARD OPERATING BASE SABIT QADAM, Afghanistan – Volunteering to deploy to Afghanistan may come as a tough decision for some, but for Lance Cpl. Marbelyn Cepeda, the choice was easy... http://buff.ly/Rpyq9W
- Looking for support for your local Marine Corps Birthday Celebration? The below items will help ensure a successful observance!
1. MARADMIN 583/12, 2012 Marine Corps Birthday Celebration Support- (http://buff.ly/RWNbnj) This MARADMIN pro... - Officer Neuman K. Paye was recognized for his service while a member of the United States Marine Corps Reserve. Paye, an officer with the West Orange Police Department since 2009, served three tours of duty overseas; 7 months in Iraq in 2003, 1 year in Iraq in 2007 and 1 year in Afghanistan 2010. READ MORE: http://buff.ly/Rjb4CK
- William Palmer captured the Top Fan crown this week! You can join the competition by contributing via post, comment, or like on our page. Hoping you all have a safe and relaxing weekend!
- 4th MAW prepares for repositioning of West Coast assets
NEW ORLEANS -- The 4th Marine Aircraft Wing used the recent air show aboard MCAS Miramar, Calif., as a recruiting venue in support of its "Way Ahead." READ MORE: http://buff.ly/RNbRyG - Ever wonder what the four Fleur-de-lis in our cover photo represents? What's your guess?
- Are you a member of the media or someone just looking for quick facts & background information about your Marine Corps Reserve? We got you covered! Please see: http://buff.ly/RKVylL
- We just wanted to take a moment to let you know how much we appreciate your engagement with our page. Whether you participate through likes, comments or shares, we value having you aboard!
- Virginia support unit poised for busy year ahead
QUANTICO, Va. - The Reserve Support Unit at Camp Upshur has spent at the last year building up its “camp within a camp” to handle increased clientele. Now, with fighting in the Middle East continuing to draw down, the unit is braced for a record-setting year ahead. READ MORE: http://buff.ly/R1KFsT - In addition to participating in operational requirements across the globe and in community relations events here at home, our active-duty Marines are assigned to Inspector – Instructor and Reserve Site Support staffs steadfastly and diligently execute the significant responsibility of military funeral honors. VIDEO: http://buff.ly/RFbXrX
- Crescent City lady leathernecks awarded for their achievements
NEW ORLEANS- The Molly Marine chapter of the Women Marines Association captured the Ruth and Dick Broe Award, the most prestigious honor given for overall outstanding chapter achievement. READ MORE: http://buff.ly/QRQgSD - Active duty units are always looking for qualified Marine Corps Reserves to fill billet vacancies around the globe. For additional details and requirements, please see: http://buff.ly/QOoCG4
- "Fizz Rigging" the Corps' Reserve Force
NEW ORLEANS - Shortly after being introduced in planning meetings, many armed forces abbreviations are morphed into new, four-letter words, which eventually take hold in our common military vocabulary. READ MORE: http://buff.ly/PwACjg - "Fizz Rigging" the Corps' Reserve Force
NEW ORLEANS - Shortly after being introduced in planning meetings, many armed forces abbreviations are morphed into new, four-letter words, which eventually take hold in our common military vocabulary. READ MORE: http://buff.ly/PwACjg - “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band is America’s oldest continuously active professional musical organization. The group appears regularly at the White House and for more than 500 public performances across the nation each year. For upcoming tour dates and ticket information, please see: http://buff.ly/PwujMF
- If you're a Reservist or Guardsmen looking for a job, or perhaps something a little different, then check out one of these Hiring Our Heroes job fairs!
- MARFORRES Marine Aircraft Wing unit showcases 'Way Ahead' MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, Calif. – The 4th Marine Aircraft Wing is looking for a few good men and women at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show here, Oct. 12 through the 14. READ MORE: http://buff.ly/Tqss7s
- Christopher Slavings captured the Top Fan crown this week! You can join the action by contributing via post, comment, or like on our page. Hoping you all have a safe and relaxing weekend!
- Please join us in wishing a happy anniversary to the men and women of the United States Navy!
- #Toys4tots- Border to border, coast to coast, and since 1947, we are wherever this gentleman requests.
- The weekend is in sight, so finish strong just like the Marines that helped young Ben Baltz overcome adversity during a recent triathlon. Thanks also to The Louisiana Marathon for their shout out yesterday: http://buff.ly/Tlk0Xc
- What positive steps does your local command take to encourage responsible decision making? The Commander's Fall/Winter Force Protection message provides suggestions & tools to assist: http://buff.ly/PqkeAK
- Wondering how your Marine Corps Reserve is prepared to remain "Ready, Relevant & Responsive" for the current fight and beyond? Please see: http://buff.ly/PpFB5e
- Like or share this post to help us welcome Robin Rodriguez, Donald Musumeci, Miadah Hajbi and all of our new friends to our MARFORRES Facebook community!
- DID YOU KNOW? Commander, Marine Forces Reserve also leads Marine Forces North, a command designed to leverage America's 911 Force for homeland defense. To learn more, please see: http://buff.ly/Pnpzsy
- Only 29 days until 2012 Election! Have you registered? For your state's deadline and much more helpful info, please go to: www.fvap.gov
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