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ALERT: New Quantico base access procedures effective immediately January 28, 2019 — Marine Corps base Quantico is now using the Department of Defense’s (DOD) Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS), a single access control system. DBIDS utilizes local, state and federal records to vet cardholders across all military branches and their installations, better ensuring the safety of information and personnel aboard Quantico. MORE

Elaine Marsh, Commander's Secretary retires from over 31 years of federal service January 4, 2019 — After 31 years and 11 months of federal service, Marine Corps Base Quantico said goodbye to one of their most beloved team members. Ms. Elaine Marsh, the cornerstone of the command deck retired yesterday, January 3, from her role as the Commander’s Secretary. MORE

The Brute Krulak Center, Marine Corps University’s Energy & Innovation Scholars Program December 27, 2018 — MCINCR MCB Quantico, Va – Marine Corps University’s (MCU) Brute Krulak Center for Innovation and Creativity has now been open for a few years. But, until recently, few people were aware of the support provided by the Brute Krulak Center. That changed when Brig. Gen. William Bowers, President of the MCU decided he wanted to put some muscle and manpower into making it what it was meant to be at its inception. MORE

Finding your path to help others December 20, 2018 — Staff Sgt. Melissa Marnell, a combat photographer with MCBQ CommStrat, collects toys each year for Toys for Tots. She also takes photos for people outside of work, but for the season of giving, payments are not of monetary value. Instead she asks that her clients provide new and unwrapped toys as payment. MORE

Our Nation's promise kept for 75 years December 13, 2018 — Marine Corps Reserve Staff Sgt. Richard J. Murphy, combat correspondent, killed during World War II, was accounted for on July 25 and returned home to his family Nov. 29, 2018. MORE

MCB Quantico's base CO, sergeant major donates to Toys for Tots NoVA campaign December 11, 2018 — Marine Col. William C. Bentley III, commanding officer of Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ) and Sgt. Maj. Michael W. Hensley, sergeant major of MCBQ, delivers the base's donations to the Toys for Tots Northern Virginia campaign's warehouse in Fredericksburg, December 6, 2018. The donations came from MCBQ's Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony that occurred December 2. MORE

Committed to serving others, even in challenging times…… December 3, 2018 — Second Lieutenant Michelle Burris joined the United States Marine Corps as a way to give back to her community and her parents, and in her short time in the Corps, she is achieving her goal. MORE

First female Marine to serve in a combat zone November 27, 2018 — Master Sgt. Barbara Dulinsky arrived in Vietnam, after an 18-hour flight, March 18, 1967, at Bien Hoa Air Force Base, about 30 miles from Saigon. When she stepped off the plane, she made history, becoming the first female Marine to serve in a combat zone. MORE

Native American Heritage Month: Commemoration of Corps Pride November 21, 2018 — Marines all over the world gather around the dinner table for food, stories, and laughter as they give thanks to their country and loved ones this holiday season. In November, as the nation honors Native American Heritage month, a celebration of rich and diverse cultures and traditions, the Marine Corps commemorates and acknowledges Native Americans and their contributions to its success. MORE

Committed to Corps November 13, 2018 — “Once a Marine, always a Marine.” It’s a phrase used to remind Marines – all Marines, past and present – of when they earned the Eagle, Globe and Anchor and that the title Marine stays with them forever. The phrase also reminds them of the legacy they share, bound by the same cloth. MORE