Marines
Balikatan 2014: Stability and Security
- Title
- Balikatan 2014: Stability and Security
- Runtime
- 1:02
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Balikatan is a bilateral training exercise between the Philippines and U.S. designed to foster cooperation and interoperability between the two nations' armed forces through training as well as humanitarian aid and disaster relief projects, and to increase stability and security within the region.
- Title
- Rounds On Target: Refresher on the Range
- Runtime
- 2:16
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- "Marines enjoy shooting machine guns. Can't do this anywhere else."
Marines with Bulk Fuel Company, 8th Engineer Support Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group conducted a live-fire exercise with the M-240 and .50-caliber machine guns at SR-8 aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., May 5. Marines fired at targets ranging up to 800 meters to hone proficiency with the weapon systems.
Video by: Cpl. Devin Nichols
- Title
- Hospital Corpsmen: No Pain, No Gain
- Runtime
- 2:01
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Corpsmen with 3rd Medical Battalion underwent a field training exercise April 28 to May 1 to introduce them to basic Marine combat training and field medical care.
Video by: Lance Cpl. Wes Lucko
- Title
- Rifle Range — Sending Rounds Down Range
- Runtime
- 0:52
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines with Bravo Company, 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, train in the Combat Rifle Program aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif. April 23, 2014.
Video by Cpl. Timothy Childers
- Title
- The Corps Report Ep. 38 - Navy Cross Awarded and MARSOC Wants You
- Runtime
- 2:14
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Welcome to the Marine Corps' web update, "The Corps Report." Want to know what's been happening in the Corps recently? Check us out every payday for all the latest gouge.
This week's episode of The Corps Report discusses a new App that replaces the annual almanac, Gunnery Sgt. Richard Jibson being awarded the Navy Cross, and MARSOC's need for a variety of actors.
Android MCCP APP - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.metrostarsystems.usmccp
iPhone MCCP APP - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/usmccp/id814053840?ls=1&mt=8
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- Title
- The Guardians of Nolay
- Runtime
- 1:53
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- A team of Marines assigned as the general suport unit with Security Force Assistance Advisor Team 2-215 is known as the "Guardians of Nolay" aboard Forward Operating Base Nolay, Helmand province, Afghanistan. Their mission is to ensure the safety of everyone aboard the base and to provide security for advisors, medics and the helicopter landing zone.
Video by: Cpl. Joshua Young
- Title
- Marines Conduct Foreign Humanitarian Aid Drills
- Runtime
- 1:45
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines with Third Battalion, Sixth Marine Regiment from Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC., used Kiwanis Park in Yuma, Ariz., to conduct a Foreign Humanitarian Aid Drill with support from aircraft and role-players from Marine Corps Air Station Yuma. The drill is part of the bi-annual Weapons and Tactics Instructor's Course hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One aboard MCAS Yuma.
Video by: Lance Cpl. Travis Gershaneck
- Title
- Summer Shield - 2014
- Runtime
- 2:55
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- On 25 April, 2014, Black Sea Rotational Force's Combat Camera created a video production that highlighted the events that took place at Camp Adazi, Latvia, 7-16, April, 2014. This is the 11th iteration of the Summer Shield exercise, a joint, staff planning and combined-arms live fire maneuver event designed to enhance the Latvian Land Force's capacity and capability to integrate fires and maneuver at the battalion and brigade level as well as increase partner capacity, promote regional stability and continue to develop Latvian, Lithuanian, Estonian and U.S. interoperability.
- Title
- Social Media Etiquette Pt. 2: Think Before You Post
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Sgt. Boling was having a great morning and enjoying the fresh, North Carolina air. Then, this happened.
On a serious note, watch what you post, Marines. You can be held accountable for what you say on social media.
- Title
- 100 Year Old Marine Vet Receives Birthday Cake
- Runtime
- 1:12
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines from Detachment 1, Communications Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 45, 4th Marine Logistics Group, of Peru, Ind., delivered a birthday cake and a signed letter from the Commandant of the Marine Corps to Marine Corps Veteran Mary Cochrane for her 100th birthday. Cochrane served as a motor transportation operator during WorldWar II.
Video by: Lance Cpl. Brytani Musick
- Title
- Stay Alert. Stay Alive. — USMC Eagle Eyes
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Reporting suspicious activity can make all the difference. By remaining vigilant, every Marine can do their part to ensure the safety of their community.
USMCEagleEyes.org is a quick, effective way to report suspicious activity.
- Title
- A Decade Later, A Legend Lives On
- Runtime
- 3:04
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- On April 18, 2004, Cpl. Jason L. Dunham gave his life shielding his fellow Marines from a grenade. He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his selfless actions. Ten years later, his legendary actions live on.
Produced: Lance Cpl. Eric Keenan
Imagery courtesy of Marine Corps and Navy archives
- Title
- Marines Attempt the Basic Jungle Survival Course
- Runtime
- 2:26
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines with the III MEF Combat Assault Battalion completed the endurance course, the culminating event in the Basic Jungle Survival Course at the Jungle Warfare Training Center in Okinawa, Japan. Includes sound bites from Cpl. Antoni King III, Engineer Chief and Capt. Matthew Hohl, Company Commander.
Video by Cpl. Stephen Himes
- Title
- Marines Train With Australian Soldiers
- Runtime
- 1:25
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines with Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, Marine Rotational Force Darwin, head to Northern Territory, Australia to train with Australian Soldiers. The training included weaponry interoperability to strengthen operational fluidity between both parties.
Video by: Cpl. Scott Reel
- Title
- Sexual Assault Prevention and Response
- Runtime
- 2:07
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- We want to hear from you!
Post your questions about Marine Corps Sexual Assault Prevention and Response policies and processes. Your questions will be answered in a follow-up video.
- Title
- House to House, Street to Street: Urban Leaders School
- Runtime
- 1:37
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines participating in 1st Marine Division Schools' Urban Leaders Course conducted a squad tactics exercise aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., April 9, 2014. The three-day course included roadside bomb simulations, gas drills and patrols that tested the Marines' proficiency in urban combat tactics.
Video by: Cpl. Christopher Moore
- Title
- Volunteer Appreciation Month
- Runtime
- 1:02
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James Amos and First Lady of the Marine Corps Bonnie Amos speak to Marines on the importance of volunteering.
(U.S. Marine Corps video by HQMC Combat Camera/ Released)
- Title
- With the Gear — Breaking Barriers With the Electric Litter Carrier
- Runtime
- 3:16
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Corporal Clayton Filipowicz takes us to Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia to get a first-hand look at the Corps' newest piece of gear, the Electric Litter Carrier.
The Marine Corps Warfighting Lab, with engineers from Virginia Tech University, are developing the Electric Litter Carrier. Although the project is only 6 months old, the equipment is able to carry up to 300 pounds, takes only one person to operate and lessens the burden of carrying a wounded comrade to safety.
The gear is still in early development, but the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab hopes to develop the equipment to help quickly and effectively transport wounded Marines to safety.
Video by: Sgt. Tyler Main, Sgt. Daniel Wetzel, Sgt. Jimmy Shea
- Title
- The Corps Report Ep. 37 - Uniform App and Ssang Yong
- Runtime
- 1:47
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Welcome to the Marine Corps' web update, "The Corps Report." Want to know what's been happening in the Corps recently? Check us out every payday for all the latest gouge.
This week's episode of The Corps Report discusses a new App to help you stay informed on uniform regulations and Exercise Ssang Yong 2014.
Org Wear App - http://marines.dodlive.mil/2014/04/07/marine-corps-releases-organizational-wear-guide-app-for-smartphones/
Ssang Yong - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Km5RSlwVh18
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- Title
- "Duck Hunt" - Marine Corps Style!
- Runtime
- 2:05
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Low Altitude Air Defense Marines train to defend themselves and America against air threats with a variety of surface-to-air weapons systems.
(U.S. Marine Corps video by MAWTS-1 Combat Camera/ Released)
- Title
- Exercise Ssang Yong 14 | Expeditionary Might
- Runtime
- 4:45
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Ssang Yong 14 is the culmination of a multitude of training events and exercises between the U.S. and Republic of Korea forces, which take place across the Asia-Pacific region throughout the year. This year's evolution was the largest in its storied history and was comprised of three Expeditionary Units: two US and one ROK. The exercise was led by the 3rd MEB based in Okinawa Japan and showcased both interoperability and sea based operations in the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Marine Corps motion media/Released)
Shot by:
III MEF Combat Camera, MCIPAC Combat Camera, III MEF PAO, MARFORRES Combat Camera, 13th MEU and the 31st MEU
- Title
- Ssang Yong 14: Marines Storm the Beaches
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Ssang Yong 14 is a culmination of training events and exercises between the U.S. and Republic of Korea forces, which take place across the Asia-Pacific region throughout the year. This year's evolution was the largest in its history and was comprised of three Expeditionary Units: two US and one ROK. The exercise was led by the 3rd MEB based in Okinawa Japan and showcased both interoperability and sea based operations in the Korean Peninsula.
To learn more about Exercise Ssang Yong 14, check out this featured documentary:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Km5RSlwVh18
Video footage courtesy of III Marine Expeditionary Force Combat Camera
- Title
- New Uniform App for Smartphones Clears up Regs
- Runtime
- 1:20
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Confused over the regs? Not sure if you can wear your beanie or frog gear? Well download the Organizational Wear Guide App so you never find yourself confused again. Now available for Android. Coming soon to iPhone.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pe.android.battlebook
- Title
- Grunt Tech: Marines Gain Greater Intel Before Boots Hit Ground
- Runtime
- 1:20
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Infantry Officer's Course utilizes tablets with the F-35's
Block 2B software to increase situational awareness and plan
operations during a long range raid on San Clemente Island, Calif., March 24, 2014.
Produced and Edited by: Lance Cpl. Eric Keenan, DMA Marines
Video by: Sgt. Isaac Lamberth, Cpl. Max Pennington and
Lance Cpl. Owen Kimbrel, MCAS Miramar Public Affairs
Additional footage: Staff Sgt. Jeff Curtin, Cpl. Eric Waddell, Cpl. Matthew Manning, Cpl. Joshua M. Rudy, Cpl. Kevin Crist,
- Title
- Pull String, Go Boom
- Runtime
- 2:44
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines with 2nd Battalion, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division, participate in an Assault Support Tactics One exercise in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course aboard Chocolate Mountain Aerial Gunnery Range, Calif.
(U.S. Marine Corps video by MAWTS-1 Combat Camera/ Released)
- Title
- Load Up: Getting the "Bang" to the Front Lines
- Runtime
- 2:30
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Landing Support Specialists train to load up the necessary equipment for helicopters to bring to the fight.
A 0481 Landing Support Specialist supports the establishment, maintenance and control of transportation on beaches, landing zones, ports, and terminals used in support of MAGTF operations and deployments.
(U.S. Marine Corps video by MAWTS-1 Combat Camera/Released)
- Title
- The Corps Report Ep. 36 — Marines Head To Australia and Driver Safety
- Runtime
- 2:16
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Welcome to the Marine Corps' web update, "The Corps Report." Want to know what's been happening in the Corps recently? Check us out every payday for all the latest gouge.
This week's episode of The Corps Report discusses the move of Marines to Australia, driver safety, and a featured Marine that saved a man from a burning truck.
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- Title
- Social Media Etiquette Part 1: Facebook Behind the Wheel
- Runtime
- 0:30
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- These two Marines were about to check out a sweet backpack sale at the exchange, but then, the unthinkable happened. Well, not really unthinkable. Stuff like this happens way too much. Drive safely, Marines.
- Title
- Evaluate This: Marines Showcase Their Combat Readiness
- Runtime
- 1:32
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment took part in a Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., March 16-22. The intent of the evaluation is to see how efficient the Marines are in a deployed environment.
Video by Lance Cpl. William Perkins
- Title
- Marines Crush Skulls in Pugil Stick Fight
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- OUCH! Marines are getting hit so hard that even the Doc feels it!
Who had the best hit? You decide!
Engineer battalions and companies from 1st Marine Logistics Group, 1st Marine Division and the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, compete in the annual St. Patrick's Day field meet aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., March 17.
Video by Cpl. Timothy Childers
- Title
- What is Cold Response?
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines and coalition forces are training above the Arctic Circle in Norway during exercise Cold Response 2014. But, what is Cold Response, anyway? Cold Response 14 brings together nearly 16,000 troops from 16 countries to train high-intensity operations in the unique climate above the Arctic Circle and strengthen the alliance of partners and their commitment to global security in any clime and place.
- Title
- Marines Train With Georgian Soldiers
- Runtime
- 0:55
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- U.S. Marines and soldiers from the Republic of Georgia training together during an exercise as part of the Georgia Deployment Program - ISAF at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in Hohenfels, Germany, Feb. 2014. The U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa-led program is designed to prepare Georgian infantry battalions to support the International Security Assistance Force and its operations in Afghanistan.
Video by: Master Sgt. Chad McMeen
- Title
- Priceless Merchandise: Marine Mobile Exchange
- Runtime
- 1:50
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Who said money doesn't buy happiness? It buys energy drinks and soap, right?
A small group of Marines known as a Warfighter Express Services team travels throughout the Regional Command Southwest battle space and sets up shop inside an empty shipping container to provide postal, disbursing and Marine Corps Exchange services for Marines and sailors on different forward operating bases. Includes sound bites from Sgt. Robert Stone, Morale Welfare Recreational Specialist; Cpl. Shawn Gaffney, Disbursing Agent and Cpl. Enrique Gonzalez, Postal Clerk.
Video by: Sgt. Frances Johnson
- Title
- Howitzer Training With Afghan National Army Soldiers
- Runtime
- 1:37
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Afghan National Army soldiers participate in a live fire of the 122mm Howitzer 2A18 (D-30) during Operation Enduring Freedom in Helmand province Afghanistan.
Video by Cpl. James Pauly
- Title
- The Corps Report Ep. 35 With Rob Riggle
- Runtime
- 3:26
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Welcome to the Marine Corps' web update, "The Corps Report." Want to know what's been happening in the Corps recently? Check us out every payday for all the latest gouge.
This week's episode of The Corps Report discusses the introduction of the Ground Combat Experimental Task Force, a sit-down with Rob Riggle, and Marines training in Norway.
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Experimental Task Force story:
http://www.hqmc.marines.mil/News/NewsArticleDisplay/tabid/3488/Article/160476/experimental-combat-unit-to-test-integrating-female-marines.aspx
Cold Response story: http://www.marforeur.marines.mil/News/NewsArticleDisplay/tabid/7617/Article/160346/sharpening-spear-marines-prepare-equipment-for-cold-response-2014.aspx
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- Title
- #AskCMC | You asked. The top Marine answered.
- Runtime
- 31:18
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- We asked for your questions for the Commandant of the Marine Corps on our official social media outlets and took the top questions to the top Marine. He sat down with one of MarinesTV's own in the Pentagon to answer your questions.
Did you ask a question but didn't get an answer? You have another chance to be heard Friday, March 14. This time, the CMC and the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps are hosting an online town hall from 4 to 5 p.m. EDT to answer more of your questions. Join the conversation at facebook.com/marines or send a tweet to @usmc with #AskCMC or #AskSMMC.
Watch the video to see if your question has already been answered. Don't have half an hour? Click the time hacks below to jump straight to the answers you're most interested in.
0:20 Why answer questions from social media?
1:31 How can the Commandant lead the Marine Corps in a reawakening without a ground combat record?
4:17 Why push the Reawakening ...
- Title
- Different Levels, Same Goals: Veteran vs. Rookie
- Runtime
- 1:34
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marine veteran Joshua Kelly has participated in the Marine Corps Trials, competitions for wounded warriors within the Marine Corps, three years in a row. He said his goal this year is to make it to the Warrior Games, a Paralympic-style competition for all services.
This year is Sgt. Josh Smith's first time competing at the Marine Corps Trials. Although he hasn't mastered wheelchair basketball, he says he will never give up.
Video by: Cpl. Ally Beiswanger
- Title
- Momma Knows Best
- Runtime
- 2:41
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- It's true, momma really does know best.
Marine veteran Cpl. Richard Stalder, a 23-year-old former machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, began suffering from kidney stones and full-body tremors in early 2010. Richard's mother, Claudia Stalder, or "Momma," has been his caregiver ever since.
Video by Sgt. Michael Walters
- Title
- Wounded Marine Overcomes Obstacles, Becomes A Pro
- Runtime
- 1:15
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Cpl. Ivan Sears was hit by an improvised explosive device while on patrol in Afghanistan in 2010. The Marines in his unit saved his life but Sears lost both legs above the knee. His life changed forever. Sears overcame his difficulties by competing in sports and has competed in national wheelchair race competitions.
Video by Cpl. Lisette Leyva
- Title
- Marine's Best Friend
- Runtime
- 1:13
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Nothing compares to a Marine and his dog. Retired Cpl. Kyle Reid was deployed to Afghanistan in 2011 and now suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder. His service dog, Shamus, is trained to calm him down when his heart rate picks up during seizures.
Video By: Cpl. Ally Beiswanger
- Title
- Wounded Warrior Marine Continues in the Corps
- Runtime
- 1:45
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Sgt. Michael Pride, a motor vehicle operator out of Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., was wounded by an improvised explosive devise while deployed to Afghanistan in 2008. Sports in the Marine Corps helped him in his recovery. While Pride continues in the Marine Corps today, he helps wounded warriors every year by coaching track for the Marine Corps Trials and Warrior Games.
Video by Sgt. Daniel Wetzel/Released
- Title
- A Positive Spin
- Runtime
- 1:11
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Staff Sgt. Timothy Brown lost both his legs above the knee and his right arm above the elbow in an IED explosion in 2011. He refuses to give up on life and continues to put a positive spin on the challenges he faces daily.
(U.S. Marine Corps multimedia production by Sgt. Michael V. Walters/Released)
- Title
- Sun's Out, Guns Out: How to Roll Your Sleeves
- Runtime
- 2:28
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Sgt. Donell Bryant gives a period of instruction on how to make sure your sleeves are good to go.
Produced by: Eric Moreno
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- Title
- Marines Dig In With the Earthmover
- Runtime
- 1:08
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines are breaking ground, ya dig?
Marines with 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, familirized its heavy equipment operators and mechanics with the new M9 Armored Combat Earthmover during a five day training exercise from FEb. 24-Mar. 1, 2014, at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C.
The week long training explained the new uprgrades to both operators and mechanics. The M9 ACE is able to provide support to front-line Marines by clearing enemy obstacles, repairing roads and supply routes, and build fighting positions.
Interview 1: Capt. Gregory Procaccini, M9 Project ACE officer
Video by Cpl. Austin Long
- Title
- The Corps Report Ep. 34 — Rolled Sleeves Return and Commandant Answers Questions
- Runtime
- 3:17
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Welcome to the Marine Corps' web update, "The Corps Report." Want to know what's been happening in the Corps recently? Check us out every payday for all the latest gouge.
This week's episode of The Corps Report discusses the commissioning of U.S.S Somerset, Lance Cpl. Juedes' story, rolled sleeves returning and the Commandant answering your questions.
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Visit www.navy.mil for a live broadcast of the commissioning of the U.S.S Somerset.
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- Title
- Force Recon Reigns Supreme
- Runtime
- 0:55
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Who doesn't love to see recon Marines jumping out of planes?
Sgt. Collin Johansen talks about what it takes to conduct reconnaissance operations like parachuting.
Force Company, 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion's Delta Detachment conducted its third field exercise from Feb. 18-21, 2014. A full day was spent on inserting by parachute before teams patrolled on foot over eight kilometers to their observation posts.
Marines jumped twice in one day. The first jump without a combat load and the second with a full combat load. Loads weighed between 100-150lbs. and consisted of a weapon, rucksack, and load-bearing vest with ammo.
After the insertion Marines observed enemy troops for three days and two nights to practice clandestine operations.
Video by: Cpl. Austin Long and Lance Cpl. Joey Mendez
- Title
- Marine Corps Reawakening: Engaged Leadership
- Runtime
- 3:11
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines always look out for one another's well-being. No matter the rank, at the end of the day our only known identity is that of a United States Marine.
Cpl. Burton is one of several Marines who will be featured in videos supporting the Reawakening Campaign throughout the year.
What's your take on small unit leadership and the responsibility of accounting for your Marines?
- Title
- Marines Brave the Polar Bear Plunge
- Runtime
- 1:07
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Marines from Little Rock Air Force Base take part in the 2nd Annual Polar Bear Plunge. The run supported unit cohesion and camaraderie among the Marines.
Video by A1C Megan Mallory
- Title
- This is My Life: "Doc Brute"
- Runtime
- 2:37
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Leave it to the doc to boost morale.
Petty Officer 3rd Class Kristopher Krysa, 27, from La Grange Park, Ill., a medical advisor with Security Force Assistance Advisor Team 2-215, puts the mission and morale first aboard Forward Operating Base Nolay, Helmand province, Afghanistan.
Krysa's light-hearted humor and love of music uplifts the attitudes of those around him.
Video by: Cpl. Joshua Young
- Title
- The Corps Report Ep. 33 — New Flak Jackets and Tuition Assistance Update
- Runtime
- 3:55
- Date posted
- 13 years ago
- Description
- Welcome to the Marine Corps' web update, "The Corps Report." Want to know what's been happening in the Corps recently? Check us out every payday for all the latest gouge.
This week's episode of The Corps Report discusses the Corps' newest flak jackets, updates on tuition assistance, the story of Captain Brian Jordan, and remembrance of Iwo Jima.
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Link to tuition assistance story: http://www.quantico.marines.mil/News/NewsArticleDisplay/tabid/10834/Article/158690/tuition-assistance-fully-restored-for-remainder-of-fy-2014.aspx
Link to Modular Scalable Vest story:
http://www.dvidshub.net/news/119807/field-survey-puts-prototype-vest-test#.Uv5T0qRAScM
