October 23, 2015, by Brooke Chaplan - Smoking, alcohol, prescription drugs, and illegal substances are often considered a crutch for a bigger underlying problem. In the case of returning veterans, it is a historical fact that war and drugs go hand in hand. How then, can we expect a decrease in substance abuse in our military heroes of today? History of War and Drugs As … [Read more...]
Recon Marines Take Flight During Parachute Training
BAY SAINT LOUIS, Miss. -- Marines with 3rd Force Reconnaissance Company, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, conducted parachute training operations at Stennis International Airport, Oct. 15, 2015. Reconnaissance Marines are some of the first responders to potential crisis if called upon by the U.S. Government, and maintaining readiness is critical to completing their … [Read more...]
How Has Body Armor Developed to Protect Marines?
October 22, 2015, By Chris Taylor - More than any other profession, the Marines need body armor. However, their requirements for protective clothing are far more extensive than in any other profession, and the difficulties they have faced in finding suitable body armor stretch back many years. One of the main problems facing Marines is the weight and bulk of armor. Making … [Read more...]
Marines Use Tablet Technology to Advance War Fighting Skills
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION YUMA, Ariz., October 19, 2015 -- Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One hosted the Mobility Joint Capability Technology Demonstration to showcase emerging technology as well as to test it under realistic conditions at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 14-15, 2015. The Mobility JCTD was conducted to further develop and implement … [Read more...]
Remembering a True American Patriot
October 16, 2015 - MARINE CORPS AIR STATION BEAUFORT, S.C. -- Not all Marines wear flak jackets and carry rifles; some have fur and walk on four legs. Military working dogs and their handlers are incredibly valuable members of the Marine Corps community and have extremely important jobs. An MWD named Xxenos passed away earlier this year at the age of 10. Xxenos had been … [Read more...]