JANUARY 23, 2020 - 3rd Marine Air Wing made history when it welcomed the Marine Corps’ first F-35C Lightning II to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, Jan. 21, 2020. The Marines and sailors of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, the “Black Knights,” are extremely proud of their legacy and tradition of making aviation history. “It should be no surprise … [Read more...]

JANUARY 17, 2020 - Across the Department of Defense, military working dogs serve many purposes. K-9’s are utilized to subdue suspects, find specific items, and people. Most are only capable of one or two of these functions; Diego and Yenkie, residents of the Marine Corps Base Hawaii Provost Marshal’s Office kennels, are a bit different. Typically, military working dogs are … [Read more...]

JANUARY 13, 2020 - Marines with the 8th Marine Corps District engaged with competitors and spectators at Ultimatum II, an esports competition featuring the game “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate,” at Esports Stadium Arlington from December 27-29. The event represented the Marine Corps’ first activation at North America’s largest dedicated esports facility which covers 100,000 … [Read more...]

DECEMBER 30, 2019 - For many Marines and Sailors, the Single Marine Program gives them a great opportunity to get out of the barracks, explore the area around their duty station and make new friends. Whether it’s by participating in the many volunteering opportunities they offer, or going to one of the numerous sponsored events they hold on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry … [Read more...]

DECEMBER 27, 2019 - The world is constantly advancing around us. As the most feared fighting force in the world, it is imperative Marines advance their capabilities along with it. The Corps’ new Amphibious Combat Vehicle is here to improve Marines’ amphibious capabilities. Marines with the Amphibious Vehicle Test Branch, Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity, tested … [Read more...]