APRIL 23, 2020 - The U.S. Marine Corps prides itself in its reputation as the “First to Fight” in any clime and place. While 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing is a significant part of America’s force in readiness, it does not fly or fight alone. In an effort to ensure fellow pilots are trained and equipped with the latest in 5th Generation stealth technology, 3rd MAW’s Marine Fighter … [Read more...]

APRIL 20, 2020 - There are few tokens of gratitude within the Marine Corps that carry as much weight as the paddle – a staple of the Reconnaissance community that symbolizes the respect and honor that a unit holds for a specific Marine. A tradition that dates back to World War II, Recon Marines would be issued a paddle at the beginning of their training that they would be … [Read more...]

APRIL 16, 2020 - U.S. Marine Sgt. Austin Loppe had just started his shift providing security for Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH-20) on April 7 when he got an urgent call over the radio shortly before midnight. A local hospital was undergoing an emergency evacuation and was sending patients in 10 ambulances to the Comfort all at once. Medical … [Read more...]

APRIL 15, 2020 - Marathons are a test of human endurance and the ability to overcome great obstacles. This year the marathon itself is the one overcoming an obstacle. The Marine Corps Marathon community is working hard to have its scheduled races proceed in spite of the worldwide spread of the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19. As of March 27, the 45th annual Marine Corps … [Read more...]

APRIL 14, 2020 - Since 2008, deploying Marines have participated in a training course preparing them to survive emergency, underwater egress situations. The Underwater Egress Trainer program teaches Marines and other authorized personnel to egress from sinking or submerged platforms. Marines learn to employ life-support equipment—such as Supplemental Emergency Breathing … [Read more...]