July 23, 2012 By Claudette Roulo American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON – Syrian leaders should not even think about using chemical weapons, Pentagon Press Secretary George Little told reporters today. “The Syrian regime is already responsible for unacceptable levels of deplorable violence against the Syrian population, and they should not think one iota about … [Read more...]
Marine Advisor Builds Relations with Afghans
7/20/2012 By Sgt. Michele Watson , 1st Marine Logistics Group (FWD) CAMP DWYER, Afghanistan — In 2001, a surge of applicants lined up at the doors of recruiting offices, eager for a chance to defend the nation’s honor after the terrorist attacks on our nation. For Staff Sergeant Harry Petit-Homme, his choice to join the Marine Corps had already been … [Read more...]
Afghan Forces Graduate 19 Advance Administrators Under Marine Tutelage
July 19, 2012 By Master Sgt. Grady Fontana, 1st Marine Division CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan — After more than 10 years of war in Afghanistan, the Afghan National Security Forces have gained a certain proficiency in war fighting unlike any they have ever experienced in past years. As they’ve developed their tactics, techniques and procedures in … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Swagger
July 18, 2012 FEATURES, MARINES UNCOVERED By Sgt. Maj. Michael S. Burke Marines put a lot of stock in bearing. One of the 14 Marine Corps Leadership Traits is defined as: “The way you conduct or carry yourself. Your manner should reflect alertness, competence, confidence, and control.” Personally, I prefer the word comportment but it’s the same thing. A … [Read more...]
The Anatomy of a Soldier
July 17, 2012 Written by Steven Madison When you are in the military, you know that reporting to your unit in poor physical fitness starts things off on the wrong foot. It's not just a matter of pride; it's important for the job. Studies have found a strong correlation between the survival of soldiers on the battlefield after being wounded and the level of their physical … [Read more...]