MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. (April 11, 2013) -- The deputy commandant for Installations and Logistics recently released a message reminding service members, civilians and family members about the challenges associated with the rapidly approaching peak moving season. According to the message, planning, preparation and communication are the keys to executing a … [Read more...]

USS KEARSARGE, At Sea -- Marines assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit have the opportunity to earn an U.S. Navy’s Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist pin aboard the USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), at sea, during their 2013 deployment. Within the first two weeks more than 116 Marines have enlisted in the program. “This class will teach the Marines what the … [Read more...]

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- Base officials began issuing blood-alcohol testing devices to unit commanders here April 1, moving forward with a Corpswide screening program scheduled to be fully implemented by summer. The Alcomate Premium breath alcohol testers will be used to deter Marines from having measurable amounts of alcohol in their system during duty hours. “A lot … [Read more...]

March 21, 2013 -- CAMP SCHWAB, Japan - Marines take great pride in serving as America’s force in readiness. For the members of Combat Assault Battalion, that pride stands a little stronger perhaps, as they are unique within the Marine Corps. CAB is the only battalion-sized combat assault unit in the Marine Corps. It provides the 3rd Marine Division, III Marine … [Read more...]

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO -- In light of the fatal shooting on Marine Corps Base Quantico March 21, a press conference was held at the National Museum of the Marine Corps on March 22. Below is a transcript from the conference. “Good morning ladies and gentlemen, I am Lieutenant Agustin Solivan. I am a Media Officer for Marine Corps Base Quantico. This morning Colonel … [Read more...]