Marines with 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division conduct several exercises during Deployed For Training Exercise at Fort Pickett, Virginia, Aug. 14, 2017. DFT is a week long exercise aimed at promoting proficiency and operational readiness.
U.S. and international forces with Marine Air-Ground Task Force Hawaii wrap up the two-week force integration training phase of Rim of the Pacific exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii. RIMPAC provides high-value training for task-organized, highly capable Marine Air-Ground Task Force and enhances the critical crisis response capability of Marines in the Pacific. Marines in the Pacific. Twenty-five nations, 46 ships, five submarines, about 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 27 to Aug. 2 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California.
(U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Eric Tso and Lance Cpl. Adam Montera)
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This year, the Marine Corps celebrates 244 years of warfighting excellence and uncommon valor. United States Marines define the world's image of elite warrior-citizens. We take great pride in the legacy built by those who came before us and in carrying that legacy into the future. Capabilities, battlefields and adversaries change, and Marines continue to adapt to every challenge - prepared to fight and win wherever and whenever our Nation calls. What does not change is the Marine spirit - a warrior spirit rooted in our core values.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3819XhXNfmU
Full Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-e-ypHUupk&list=PLcK9mGOZrMLlNXVogz5O0AlY5x2cZl0ng
The Commandant's Message to the Force focuses on three themes: Live the Title You’ve Earned, Hone Your Warfighter Mindset, and Lead Like You Want to be Led.
Read full message: https://go.usa.gov/xnGPY
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After 100 years of female Marines serving in the Marine Corps, we take a look back to show their impact and contributions to our beloved Corps. This Through the Decades focuses on the cultural growth of the fabulous 50's. This is the fourth in a 10-part series celebrating the contributions females have made.
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On and off the battlefield, the stories of Montford Point Marines like Master Gunnery Sgt. John Spencer define honor, courage and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Tyler Abbott)
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Sgt. Maj. John Canley will become the 300th Marine to be awarded the Medal of Honor.
As a gunnery sergeant during the Vietnam War, Canley took command of Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, after his company commander was wounded during the Battle of Hue City. Over several days, he led his Marines while saving lives and eliminating enemy threats.
He was originally awarded a Navy Cross for his actions. It is being upgraded to a Medal of Honor
(U.S. Marine Corps video by Mat Gleeson and Ric Robinson)
WATCH MORE:
Sgt. Maj. John Canley MoH News Announcement:
A History of Marines and the Medal of Honor:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNW0C3FxrSA
Canley's Navy Cross Citation:
https://valor.militarytimes.com/hero/4479
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? Aisne-Marne American Cemetery, Belleau, France (May 28, 2023)
#Marines conduct a Memorial Day ceremony alongside service members from France and Germany.
In commemoration of the 105th anniversary of the battle of Belleau Wood, the ceremony helps to memorialize and honor those service members who fought and died there, and strengthens the alliance we share today.
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#USMC #SemperFi #USMCHistory
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