Marine Corps Base Quantico -- The remains of 26 unclaimed veterans from World War I, World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, and seven spouses were escorted to their final resting place and honored with a full military service as part of the Missing in America Project at the Quantico National Cemetery on March 16, 2013. The unclaimed cremated remains of American veterans were … [Read more...]
Energy Drinks May Offer Morning Boost, but Could Have Adverse Effects
MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO -- For as long as there’s been an American military, coffee has been a staple, but in today’s modern military, troops are fueling up on a stronger beverage. According to a Walter Reed Army Institute of Research study, 45 percent of combat troops consume at least one energy drink per day, while 14 percent drink three or more per day. Even … [Read more...]
No More Tuition Assistance for the Marine Corps
By Cpl. Paris Capers | Marine Corps Base Quantico MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. -- Marines around the world interested in pursuing higher education -- whether to become competitive for promotion or prepare for a head start as a civilian -- received news March 4 that the Marine Corps no longer offers tuition assistance due to budgetary constraints. Without tuition … [Read more...]
Statement by the the President on H.R. 4310
January 3, 2012 STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT Today I have signed into law H.R. 4310, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013." I have approved this annual defense authorization legislation, as I have in previous years, because it authorizes essential support for service members and their families, renews vital national security programs, and helps ensure … [Read more...]
Hero T-shirt Club Offers Apparel for Men Who Crave Symbols of the Brave
LOS ANGELES, California -- January 3, 2013 -- “Pride, Honor, Respect and Camaraderie” are at the heart of a new entrepreneurial business recently launched online at herotshirtclub.com. Designed to raise awareness for the individuals who put their lives on the line to protect United States freedom here and abroad, the Hero T-shirt Club offers high quality, … [Read more...]