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10
Jun
2014

Marines from Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. present the colors during the Pledge of Allegiance at the 9th Annual National Capital Area A Cinderella Ball here, June 8, 2014. The Marines have played a part in A Cinderella Ball since it’s inauguration in 2006.

Cinderella Ball helps make dreams come true June 10, 2014, Defense Media Activity

The House, Inc. Student Leadership Center held its 9th Annual National Capital Area A Cinderella Ball at the Willard Intercontinental Hotel here on June 8th. A Cinderella Ball...

Lance Cpl. Kathy Nunez, Defense Media Activity

The House, Inc. Student Leadership Center held its 9th Annual National Capital Area A Cinderella Ball at the Willard Intercontinental Hotel here on June 8th. A Cinderella Ball gives middle and high school students with disabilities or life-threatening illnesses the opportunity to attend a prom event, which is not always available to them.“Prom time

10
Jun
2014

Veterans Administration releases data on quality, access to health care June 10, 2014, Defense Media Activity

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs released the results from its nationwide access audit, along with facility-level patient access data, medical center quality and...

Department of Veterans Affairs News Release, Defense Media Activity

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs released the results from its nationwide access audit, along with facility-level patient access data, medical center quality and efficiency data, and mental health provider survey data for all veteran health facilities, June 9.Full details made public at http://www.VA.gov follow Acting Veterans Affairs

10
Jun
2014

1st Lt. Manuel Ruiz, a Miami native, who serves as officer in charge of the NATO-based End Use Monitoring Program and platoon commander with Landing Support Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 37, 3rd Marine Division, currently assigned to International Security Assistance Force, Regional Command (South), Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, monitors a heating, ventilation and air conditioning class that Afghan National Army engineers serving with 1st Brigade, 205th Corps Afghan National Army were conducting on Camp Hero, May 3. Ruiz was assisting the Infrastructure Training and Advisory Team with their mission. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Whitney C. Houston)

Face of defense: Marine helps Afghan forces become accountable June 10, 2014, Defense Media Activity

June 9, 2014 - Marine Corps 1st Lt. Manuel Ruiz is helping Afghanistan's national security forces learn about accountability.Ruiz is a Miami native who serves as officer in...

Army Staff Sgt. Whitney C. Houston, Defense Media Activity

June 9, 2014 - Marine Corps 1st Lt. Manuel Ruiz is helping Afghanistan's national security forces learn about accountability.Ruiz is a Miami native who serves as officer in charge of the NATO-based End Use Monitoring Program and as platoon commander with Landing Support Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 37, 3rd Marine Division, currently serving

5
Jun
2014

President Obama nominates next commandant of Marine Corps June 5, 2014, Defense Media Activity

President Barack Obama has chosen Gen. Joseph Dunford Jr. to serve as the 36th commandant of the Marine Corps, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced today. The decision is...

Sgt. Chelsea Anderson, Defense Media Activity

President Barack Obama has chosen Gen. Joseph Dunford Jr. to serve as the 36th commandant of the Marine Corps, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced today. The decision is pending senate confirmation. Dunford is currently serving as the commander of the International Security Assistance Force and United States Forces-Afghanistan.Dunford will

4
Jun
2014

Last of original Navajo Code Talkers passes away June 4, 2014, Headquarters Marine Corps

The passing of Chester Nez, one of the original 29 Navajo Code Talkers, sadly marks the end of an era in our country's and Marine Corps' history. We mourn his passing but...

Headquarters Marine Corps, Headquarters Marine Corps

The passing of Chester Nez, one of the original 29 Navajo Code Talkers, sadly marks the end of an era in our country's and Marine Corps' history. We mourn his passing but honor and celebrate the indomitable spirit and dedication of those Marines who became known as the Navajo Code Talkers.The Navajo Code Talkers made invaluable contributions to the

4
Jun
2014

A rose lies on top of a tomb stone at the Arlington National Cemetery May 30, 2014. The cemetery commemorates its 150th anniversary June 15, 2014 and has a rich history of honoring those who served.

Arlington National Cemetery commemorates its 150th anniversary June 4, 2014, Defense Media Activity

From America’s founding to today, Marines and other service members have fought to ensure the nation’s survival and prosperity — many giving their lives as the ultimate...

Lance Cpl. Eric Keenan, Defense Media Activity

From America’s founding to today, Marines and other service members have fought to ensure the nation’s survival and prosperity — many giving their lives as the ultimate sacrifice.For the past 150 years, the Arlington National Cemetery has been recognized as a place to honor those who served.“When you think Arlington, you think two things: honor

15
May
2013

Marines Dominate Warrior Games Shooting Competition May 15, 2013,

As a hush went across the spectators, two Marines, tied in the finals for shooting an air rifle, lined up their final shots in a shoot-off. A tenth of a point on the last shot...

Shannon Collins, Joint Hometown News Service,

As a hush went across the spectators, two Marines, tied in the finals for shooting an air rifle, lined up their final shots in a shoot-off. A tenth of a point on the last shot meant the difference between winning gold and silver for these two Marines.These Marines were two of 13 Marines who made it to the finals and won 13 out of 24 medals -- four

24
Jan
2013

USMC STATEMENT ON THE LIFTING OF THE 1994 COMBAT EXCLUSION POLICY Jan. 24, 2013, Headquarters Marine Corps

"The entire Marine Corps is dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of combat readiness and capitalizing upon every opportunity to enhance our warfighting capabilities and...

Headquarters Marine Corps, Headquarters Marine Corps

"The entire Marine Corps is dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of combat readiness and capitalizing upon every opportunity to enhance our warfighting capabilities and the contributions of every Marine; it's simply the right thing to do. Our ongoing deliberate, measured and responsible approach to validate occupational performance

4
Jan
2013

Beginning Jan. 4, 2013, all non-deployed Marines and sailors assigned to Marine units, regardless of component, active or Reserve, will be required to wear the appropriate seasonal service uniform each Friday. The service B uniform, otherwise known as “bravos,” consists of a long-sleeve khaki shirt with a tie and trousers and is worn November through March. The service C uniform, popularly referred to as “charlies,” consists of a short-sleeve khaki shirt with trousers and is worn during daylight savings time.

Uniform Wear Policies Vary Among Military Services Jan. 4, 2013, Defense Media Activity

Goodbye casual Fridays, at least for the Marine Corps.Effective today, all nondeployed Marines and sailors assigned to Marine units are required to wear the appropriate...

Donna Miles, Defense Media Activity

Goodbye casual Fridays, at least for the Marine Corps.Effective today, all nondeployed Marines and sailors assigned to Marine units are required to wear the appropriate seasonal service uniform.Except in cases where commanders allow exceptions based on operational requirements, active- as well as reserve-component Marines will show up for duty

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