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Essays on War: Mattis

by Stan Coerr November 28, 2016 America knows General James Mattis as a character, Mad Dog Mattis, fount of funny quotes and Chuck Norris-caliber memes. Those of us who served with him know that he is a caring, erudite, warfighting general. And we know that there is a reason he uses the callsign Chaos: he … Read moreEssays on War: Mattis

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General Mattis Quotes

“You are part of the world’s most feared and trusted force. Engage your brain before you engage your weapon.” “You cannot allow any of your people to avoid the brutal facts. If they start living in a dream world, it’s going to be bad.” “The most important 6 inches on the battlefield is between your … Read moreGeneral Mattis Quotes

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A General Mattis Christmas Story

A couple of months ago, when I told General Krulak, the former Commandant of the Marine Corps, now the chair of the Naval Academy Board of Visitors, that we were having General Mattis speak this evening, he said, “Let me tell you a Jim Mattis story.” General Krulak said, when he was Commandant of the … Read moreA General Mattis Christmas Story

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Three Marines with SPMAGTF-CR-CC earn Purple Hearts 2018/12/10

Cpl. Tyler A. Frazier, a mortar Marine with 3d Battalion, 7th Marines, who recently returned to Twentynine Palms following a deployment with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force – Crisis Response – Central Command, was awarded the Purple Heart Medal by Lt. Col. Steven M. Ford on November 7, 2018.

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“The President’s Own” Remembers George H. W. Bush 2018/12/04

As the nation mourns the passing of one its finest patriots, current and former members of the Marine Band remember President George H. W. Bush as a man whose love of music and uncommon graciousness elevated the unique relationship between the Chief Executive and “The President’s Own.”

Master Sgt. Kristin duBois

The fight for Tarawa: 75th anniversary of one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific Theater of WWII 2018/12/04

It was photographs and video scenes of American casualties lining the beach that would stun the American people in the aftermath of the Battle of Tarawa. Imagery of significant casualties floating in the surf disturbed the public, setting into motion public protest and angry letters from families mourning loved ones lost in battle.

2nd Lt. Alyssa Morales

43 Years Later, Retired Vietnam Vet Receives Navy Cross 2018/12/03

It’s the summer of 1968 in Vietnam, a sergeant with Company K, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines was forced

Cpl. Michael Parks

Special Reaction Team Marines enhance specialized precision marksmanship capabilities 2018/12/03

Marines with Special Reaction Team conducted marksman-observer training Nov. 29 on Ranges 171 and

Lance Cpl. Brennan Priest

Capabilities on display | 3rd Medical Battalion establishes Role II facilities 2018/12/03

CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa, Japan—The medical field hospital, known as Role II, was on display Nov. 26-30, 2018 at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan so that 3rd Medical Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group Marines and Sailors could demonstrate their knowledge and proficiency of successfully deploying and employing a Role II facility.

Lance Cpl. Mark Fike

“Marauding” Marine Makes Mark with Manuscript 2018/11/29

Former jack-of-all trades Marine Reservist Lance Cpl. David Roach spent six years learning infantry tactics, machine gunnery, bulk fuels and heavy equipment while serving in the Marine Corps from 2002-2008.

Shannon Collins

November Company becomes first company to graduate in new female dress blues 2018/11/19

A company of female Marines made history Friday after becoming the first group of new Marines to debut the Corps’ latest dress uniform.

Staff Sgt. Tyler Hlavac

Eight Gold Stars, One Bronze and One Purple Heart awarded 2018/11/18

In one of the largest presentation ceremonies ever held at Camp Lejeune, eight Gold Stars in lieu of

Cpl. Nikki Morales

Eye in the Sky 2018/11/18

It’s 2:00 a.m. on the Camp Pendleton coastline. Along the pitch-black rigid waters, an unknown

Cpl. Dylan Chagnon