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Lance Cpl. Bryan Melius talks with Pfc. Alexander Allen outside the Home of the Commandants May 25. Melius serves as the corporal of the guard at Marine Barracks Washington. (Photo by Cpl. Joseph C. Cabrera) - Lance Cpl. Bryan Melius talks with Pfc. Alexander Allen outside the Home of the Commandants May 25. Melius serves as the corporal of the guard at Marine Barracks Washington. (Photo by Cpl. Joseph C. Cabrera)

On Guard

Every Marine has a story about why they enlisted or sought a commission in the Marine Corps. Some Marines chased after the dream of becoming a Marine, some saw the Corps as a way to earn money for college, some saw the Corps as a career opportunity in a struggling economy and for some Marines like Lance Cpl. Bryan A. Melius, they saw their peers go

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Marines with Alpha Company, Marine Barracks Washington, conduct live fire exercises at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., May 19. The exercise allowed Marines to complete annual training on Tables 3 and 4. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Jeremy Ware) - Marines with Alpha Company, Marine Barracks Washington, conduct live fire exercises at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., May 19. The exercise allowed Marines to complete annual training on Tables 3 and 4. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Jeremy Ware)

Field Operations

Before earning the title of Marine, recruits in basic training are taught the importance of working together as a team to endure the hardships of the training and build camaraderie.These lessons transcend and follow Marines throughout their careers whether they are in combat, garrison or on a field exercise.Marines with Company A, Marine Barracks

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Cpl. Chris, an office clerk with Guard Company, Marine Barracks Washington, constructs a fenced off an area for Habitat for Humanity volunteers to eat, May 7. Marines from MBW volunteered their time with Habitat for Humanity to construct affordable housing for families in the local community. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Jeremy Ware) - Cpl. Chris, an office clerk with Guard Company, Marine Barracks Washington, constructs a fenced off an area for Habitat for Humanity volunteers to eat, May 7. Marines from MBW volunteered their time with Habitat for Humanity to construct affordable housing for families in the local community. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Jeremy Ware)

Building a Foundation

As a young boy Cpl. Christopher Winkler took several mission trips to South America with his church’s youth group, to help build houses for the less fortunate. Winkler’s youth group aided the construction efforts of the local community, performing tasks ranging from hammering nails to testing plumbing.Winkler, an office clerk with Guard Company,

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Sgt. Maj. Eric Stockton receives the non-commissioned officer sword from Col. Andrew Smith during a post and relief ceremony held at Marine Barracks Washington, April 14. Stockton, who replaces Sgt. Maj. Sylvester Daniels as the MBW sergeant major, recently transferred from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. - Sgt. Maj. Eric Stockton receives the non-commissioned officer sword from Col. Andrew Smith during a post and relief ceremony held at Marine Barracks Washington, April 14. Stockton, who replaces Sgt. Maj. Sylvester Daniels as the MBW sergeant major, recently transferred from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C.

Relief and appointment at the Oldest Post

Sgt. Maj. Eric J. Stockton relieved Sgt. Maj. Sylvestor D. Daniels of his post to become the 26th segeant major of Marine Barracks Washington during a relief and appointment ceremony here, April 14.Stockton, a Boston native, who transferred from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, explained how being selected to come to Marine Barracks 8th

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Family care plans help Marines care for loved ones

Having dependents is a huge responsibility, especially for active duty Marines. Although most parents take care of their children’s everyday needs, it is easy to neglect emergency planning. As a Marine, duty calls in many forms, including combat deployments and training courses, which inevitably take parents away from their children and disrupt

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Lance Cpl. Ethan Leasman provides cover while his squad "buddy rushes" towards mock enemies during field training at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Mar. 24. - Lance Cpl. Ethan Leasman provides cover while his squad "buddy rushes" towards mock enemies during field training at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Mar. 24.

Alpha Company hist the field for helicopter training

Marine Barracks Washington ceremonial marchers traveled to Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., for field and helicopter exercises, March 23 and 24. Alpha Company’s first and second platoons received classes in land navigation, hand and arm signals and security patrolling.“Classes help, but getting to the field is when we learn the best.” said Lance

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Chairman of the Boards

At first glance, Cpl. Ryan McLellan doesn’t portray the image of a typical basketball prodigy. At 5’9, he looks like any another average Joe when he laces up his shoes. But when he steps out onto the floor with a basketball in his hand, he is anything but.For the last three years, McLellan has shown the Marine Corps that size doesn’t matter in the

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African Americans have served valiantly in the Marine Corps and have filled the ranks since integration in 1942. - African Americans have served valiantly in the Marine Corps and have filled the ranks since integration in 1942.

The History of the Black Marine

The year was 1941; our country was still overcoming the severe economic conditions of the Great Depression and racial segregation was widespread throughout the nation. At the time, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt wanted to create fair employment practices for the United States Armed Forces and decided to integrate the American military. He

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Marines have utilized virtual training to lower risks and costs associated with aviation training. Greater developments are helping Marine ground units train squad-sized elements. - Marines have utilized virtual training to lower risks and costs associated with aviation training. Greater developments are helping Marine ground units train squad-sized elements.

War Games

Today, military-themed video game dialogues have a distinct likeness to real world battlefields. Video games like Call of Duty, SOCOM Navy Seals and Delta Force have given society an in depth look into modern warfare.These games are designed to provide users with a realistic depiction of combat, illustrating every detail; including weapon systems,

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The Perils of Alcohol Abuse

For Marines, liberty is a time for personal interests and relaxation. But sometimes Marines don’t understand the serious consequences that can occur when they lose restraint, especially when alcohol is involved. “Alcohol can be a catalyst for many negative things,” said Gunnery Sgt. Carson Zumalt, Barracks Substance Abuse Control Officer. “Age is

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