April 4, 2012 By J.D. Leipold WASHINGTON -- The loss of an arm or a leg from combat wasn't about to stop these band of Soldiers and Marines who make up the Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team, or WWAST, as they dominated a Washington area celebrity team made up of sports legends. In the second annual battle between the teams hosted by the Washington Nationals at their … [Read more...]
Support Marines, Sailors Help EOD Company Accomplish the Mission
April 4, 2012 By Sgt. John Jackson , 1st Marine Logistics Group (FWD) CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan — Operational tempo in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, continues at a high pace. Service members continue to conduct foot patrols, mounted patrols, resupply convoys and construction projects on a daily basis. Throughout these missions, the number one hostile threat to … [Read more...]
Barracks Marine Becomes Meritorious Gunnery Sergeant
April 3, 2012 By Cpl. Jeremy Ware, Marine Barracks 8th & I WASHINGTON — A Barracks Marine was meritoriously promoted to the rank of gunnery sergeant in the United Stated Marine Corps April 2. Gunnery Sgt. Corey J. Nawrocki, 29, enlisted in the Marine Corps Aug. 2001, and attended recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island. He has served as Guard Company’s … [Read more...]
National Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)
April 2012 Nationally, Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) occurs in April and commits to raising awareness and promoting the prevention of sexual violence through use of special events and public education. SAAM provides commands/installations an annual opportunity to highlight Department of Defense (DoD) and Service policies addressing sexual assault prevention and … [Read more...]
Month of the Military Child: Heroes for the Future, April 2012
April is designated as the Month of the Military Child, underscoring the important role military children play in the armed forces community. The Month of the Military Child is an opportunity to recognize military children and youth for their heroism, character, courage, sacrifices and continued resilience. Military installations, organizations and communities have created … [Read more...]