Marine Corps Base Quantico News

Quantico bids farewell to Sgt. Maj. Barry as Sgt. Maj. Brown assumes post

Lance Cpl. Joaquin Carlos Dela Torre — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:00:00 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANITCO, Va. – Sgt. Maj. Collin D. Barry, outgoing sergeant major for the base, retired after 24 years of service as he was relieved by Sgt. Maj. Michael R. Brown, the oncoming sergeant major, during a relief and appointment ceremony at The Clubs at Quantico here, Dec. 8.

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation seeks Quantico volunteers

Lance Cpl. David Brandes — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 16:00:00 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – Virginia Toys for Tots representatives recently launched an initiative to identify local Marine volunteers to help collect and sort toys for underprivileged children this holiday season. With the organization’s headquarters located right outside Quantico’s front door in Triangle, Virginia, the Toys for Tots program is dedicated to making sure every child has a present to open Christmas morning.

US dignitaries, Marine Corps legends attend memorial service for fallen hero at Quantico National Cemetery

Lance Cpl. Joaquin Carlos Dela Torre — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 17:45:00 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va.----- On Sept. 11, people gathered around the world reflected on the tragedy that occurred in 2001. At Quantico National Cemetery a group of came together to honor the legacy of a recently fallen hero, retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Bayard Vic Taylor, who died May 26, 2023.

Col. Brooks welcomes visiting journalists for media roundtable discussion

Lance Cpl. David Brandes — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 17:15:00 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – Base Commander U.S. Marine Corps Col. Michael L. Brooks met with local civilian media outlets on August 31 to host a tour through several of MCBQ’s ranges and conduct a roundtable discussion on its relationship to the surrounding Prince William, Stafford, and Fauquier counties.

Building Inspiration brick by brick; Marine mom honors son's service through Lego creations

Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Recall the toys you played with as a child- were they dolls, blocks, or trucks? Looking back on these memories can evoke a strong sense of nostalgia. This same nostalgia was ignited for many as they stepped through the doors of the Dulles Expo Center to see BrickFair, an eastern United States Lego fan expo and convention. The Lego exhibits towered above the spectators, bringing a sense of wonder to all attending. Iconic movies, beloved TV shows and popular books were brought to life through displays that moved, shimmered with lights or played music. Amidst the many displays stood the iconic Marine Corps Eagle, Globe, and Anchor.

Lunga Park: Treasured Resource Reopens

Charles Wolf — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 15:27:45 GMT

Lunga Park reopened May 26, 2023 after being closed for more than a decade due to the discovery of unexploded munitions. A portion the Lunga Park and Recreation Area is open again after painstaking efforts to clear the area and ensure the new park is safe for use.

Marine for Life Network holds Corps-wide training at Quantico

Lance Cpl. Joaquin Carlos Dela Torre — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 13:52:45 GMT

Marine for Life Network Representatives from units across the Marine Corps came together June 5-9 at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. The annual meeting is a chance for the team to train together, share resources, and collaborate on ways to better assist Marines transitioning out of the Corps into civilian life.

First Corps-wide squad competition in nearly 30 years

Lance Cpl. Joaquin Carlos Dela Torre — Tue, 09 May 2023 18:41:00 GMT

U.S. Marine Corps infantry rifle squads from across all four divisions participated in the Corps’ service-wide Rifle Squad Competition hosted by Training Command on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, April 23-27, 2023. The ‘super squad’ style competition took the best squads from competitions at each of the four Marine divisions and saw them face off against each other head-to-head. To determine who was deserving of the title of 'Most Proficient Rifle Squad in the Marine Corps,' each squad was taken through a series of events designed to test their operational proficiency in a realistic training environment while challenging their physical and mental resilience...

Lunga Park opens after being closed for more than a decade

Kyle Olson — Mon, 08 May 2023 16:00:00 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, VIRGINIA - On May 26, Marine Corps Base Quantico is officially opening Lunga Park, an area of what was formerly known as Lunga Recreation Area. Lunga Recreation Area was closed in 2012 after munitions were discovered there due to explosive hazard risk.

Quantico Celebrates April, Month of the Military Child

Lance Cpl. David Brandes — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 16:00:00 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – While some are born into royalty, and others poverty, children of military parents find themselves born into a tradition of sacrifice and service. It is the indelible mark left on a child who watches their parents serve their country, who sees them risk their lives for something bigger than themselves. It is a badge of honor in our society, and one that will stay with these children their entire lives.

First Training and Education Command Fittest Instructor Competition

Lance Cpl. Joaquin Carlos Dela Torre — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMT

U.S. Marine Corps instructors from across the Corps participated in the first ever “Fittest Instructor Competition,” hosted by Training Command on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, from April 11-14. The Marines fought for the title of “Fittest Instructor,” through a series of events that challenged them both mentally and physically.

NEWS RELEASE

Communication Strategy and Operations Office — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 19:19:00 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – At approximately 12:35 p.m., base security dispatch received a report of five shots fired in vicinity of the Lyman Park housing area behind the commissary. Base personnel and residents were notified to shelter in place as units responded.

Quantico hosts a successful Tactical Resupply Unmanned Aircraft System demonstration

LCpl LeClaire, Kayla — Tue, 11 Apr 2023 16:30:00 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – Marine Corps Combat Development and Integration recently demonstrated an innovative method to transport combat supplies with the Tactical Resupply Unmanned Aircraft System (TRUAS) at the semi-annual Installations and Logistics Board (ILB) held here.

Three Marines prevent a knife attack while off duty

Cpl Bailey, Keegan T. — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 19:00:00 GMT

Quantico, VA. - “Marines to be awarded! Center! March!” rang throughout the courtyard. At the back of the formation, three U.S. Marines march around the formation to the front, stopping to face their superiors, Marine Corps Embassy Security Group Executive Officer Lt. Col. Matthew McNerney and Chief Instructor Advisor Gunnery Sgt. Aric Lonchar.

Controlling the burn; Quantico’s finest tame the flames

Charles Wolf — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Leaves and dust scatter as multiple emergency vehicles rumble towards a clearing located deep in the woods on the west side of Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ), Virginia, on March 10, 2023.

Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society kicks off Active Duty Fund Drive

LCpl. Brandes — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 17:00:00 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society kicked off its annual Active-Duty Fund Drive at Little Hall on Monday, February 27.

Interagency coordination enhances training evolution for noncommissioned officers throughout National Capital Region

Cpl Shumacher, Kedrick — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Deafening roars of motivation echo from the entrance of Little Hall as 66 Marines stand at attention and shout the Marine Corps noncommissioned officer’s creed on Feb. 16, 2023.

U.S. Marines from the Federated States of Micronesia are promoted to warrant officers

LCpl Dela Torre — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Quantico, Va. – On February 1, a crowd of Marines waited patiently as they prepared to take move from the enlisted ranks to being warrant officers. Among them were two Staff Sgts.’s from the Island State of Kosrae, Micronesia. According to U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Jack Kun, Warrant Officer Steve J. Asher and Warrant Officer Jerry A. Tolenoa are believed to be the first United States Marine Warrant Officers from the Federated States of Micronesia.

Partnership brings Vet Center to Marine Corps Museum

Courtesy Story — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

TRIANGLE, Va. -- The United States Marine Corps signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and on November 8, at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, a ceremony to commemorate the signing was held.

Leading the Race

Cpl Caden Phillips — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 05:24:00 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – While most people are fast asleep, an alarm blares through a room at 4:30 a.m. A man rises out of bed and sinks into his running shoes. Before the birds are chirping and while darkness still covers the outside with the exception of the occasional streetlight, the only sound to be heard is the thud of his shoes hitting the concrete for hours on end. It’s no easy task to train like this, but for a marathon runner, it becomes a part of the daily routine.