Posts Tagged ‘Regimental Combat Team 6’
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Generations of Marines Connect Through the Eagle, Globe and Anchor
It 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 [Read more...]
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Marines Help Sangin Stand Tall
It has been seven long months for the Marines and sailors of 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 6, but they will soon return home from Sangin, Afghanistan, to be reunited with family and friends. [Read more...]
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Marines Secure New Areas in Afghanistan
Entering the Trek Nawa District of Helmand province, Afghanistan, Marines with Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 6, provided a military presence absent to the region for nearly a year. Arriving [Read more...]
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Proper equipment saves Marine’s life
PATROL BASE DETROIT, Afghanistan – Every day Marines put on their protective gear and put their lives in danger. They wear a heavy flak jacket, Kevlar helmet and fire retardant clothing. With temperatures reaching more [Read more...]
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First Time, First Firefight – Marine Stays Focused During Combat
It’s a moment of truth for many Marines – the first time they are in combat and their training is put to the test. When his squad took enemy contact during a recent patrol through [Read more...]
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Tanks Support Infantry Marines in Afghanistan
One of a Marine’s best friends in battle is 67-tons of steel, armor and fire power. In Helmand province, Afghanistan, Marines with Bravo Company, 2nd Tank Battalion, Regimental Combat Team 6, are using the M1A1 [Read more...]