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U.S. Marine Corps Warrant Officer Steve Asher, a utilities officer with 1st Combat Engineer Battalion, 1st Marine Division, left, Akillino Harris Susaia, the ambassador of Micronesia, center, and Warrant Officer Jerry Tolenoa, a Marine Corps Community Services officer with Marine Corps Base Hawaii Kaneohe Bay, right, pose for a group photo after their pinning ceremony to warrant officer on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Feb. 1, 2023. The Ambassador of the Federated States of Micronesia to the United States, family and friends attended the promotion ceremony of Asher and Tolenoa who joined the Marine Corps from the Federated States of Micronesia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joaquin Dela Torre) - U.S. Marine Corps Warrant Officer Steve Asher, a utilities officer with 1st Combat Engineer Battalion, 1st Marine Division, left, Akillino Harris Susaia, the ambassador of Micronesia, center, and Warrant Officer Jerry Tolenoa, a Marine Corps Community Services officer with Marine Corps Base Hawaii Kaneohe Bay, right, pose for a group photo after their pinning ceremony to warrant officer on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Feb. 1, 2023. The Ambassador of the Federated States of Micronesia to the United States, family and friends attended the promotion ceremony of Asher and Tolenoa who joined the Marine Corps from the Federated States of Micronesia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joaquin Dela Torre)

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

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.

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One of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Mobile Vet Centers opens its doors for tours during a ceremony commemorating the partnership between the U.S. Marine Corps and the VA to provide the Mobile Vet Center services to eligible service members at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Nov. 8, 2022. Vet Centers offer confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families in a non-medical setting. The 300 Vet Centers and more than 80 Mobile Vet Centers are used as points of care to enhance the existing support service provided by the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Boster) - One of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Mobile Vet Centers opens its doors for tours during a ceremony commemorating the partnership between the U.S. Marine Corps and the VA to provide the Mobile Vet Center services to eligible service members at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Nov. 8, 2022. Vet Centers offer confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families in a non-medical setting. The 300 Vet Centers and more than 80 Mobile Vet Centers are used as points of care to enhance the existing support service provided by the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Boster)

Partnership brings Vet Center to Marine Corps Museum

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.

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U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Michael T. Condon, a native of San Diego, California, and a procurement chief assigned to the Marine Corps Base Quantico Regional Contracting Office, trains for the 47th Marine Corps Marathon on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Oct. 14, 2022. At 38 years old, Condon will be running his first Marine Corps Marathon. The Marine Corps Marathon is hosted annually in Arlington, Virginia for runners to experience the Nation’s most recognizable landmarks while being supported by the men and women of the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Caden Phillips) - U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Michael T. Condon, a native of San Diego, California, and a procurement chief assigned to the Marine Corps Base Quantico Regional Contracting Office, trains for the 47th Marine Corps Marathon on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Oct. 14, 2022. At 38 years old, Condon will be running his first Marine Corps Marathon. The Marine Corps Marathon is hosted annually in Arlington, Virginia for runners to experience the Nation’s most recognizable landmarks while being supported by the men and women of the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Caden Phillips)

Leading the Race

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.

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. David Hamptonfurr, administrative specialist, Marine Corps Base Quantico, poses for a photo on MCB Quantico, Oct. 4, 2022. Hamptonfurr competed in the 2022 Organization of Competitive Bodybuilding in Bowie, Maryland, making his professional debut. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Eric Huynh) - U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. David Hamptonfurr, administrative specialist, Marine Corps Base Quantico, poses for a photo on MCB Quantico, Oct. 4, 2022. Hamptonfurr competed in the 2022 Organization of Competitive Bodybuilding in Bowie, Maryland, making his professional debut. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Eric Huynh)

Chicago Marine Debuts in Professional Bodybuilding Competition

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. -- It’s almost show time - men and women line up against the walls backstage, fine-tuning their poses and perfecting their physiques with liquid tanning products. As the clock ticks, Sgt. David Hamptonfurr prepares to take the stage; he lifts weights and eats his last rice cake to pump up his muscles before making his professional debut.

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Kyle King, a native of Alexandria, Virginia, wins Marine Corps Marathon Historic Half with a time of one hour, 13 minutes and 24 seconds at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center, Fredericksburg, Virginia, May 22, 2022. The Historic Half is a 13.1 mile race drew roughly 4,000 participants to promote physical fitness, generate goodwill in the community, and showcase the organizational skills of the Marine Corps. The event also included the Semper Five, 5 miles, and the Devil Dog Double, 18.1 miles. (US Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LaMar) - Kyle King, a native of Alexandria, Virginia, wins Marine Corps Marathon Historic Half with a time of one hour, 13 minutes and 24 seconds at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center, Fredericksburg, Virginia, May 22, 2022. The Historic Half is a 13.1 mile race drew roughly 4,000 participants to promote physical fitness, generate goodwill in the community, and showcase the organizational skills of the Marine Corps. The event also included the Semper Five, 5 miles, and the Devil Dog Double, 18.1 miles. (US Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LaMar)

ALL-MARINE RUNNER’S ROAD TO THE MARINE CORPS MARATHON

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – For most service members, fitness plays an important part of their duty to their country. It is a requirement for Marines to be physically and mentally tough. Marines are expected to be fast, strong, and resilient, but some are faster than others. Capt. Kyle King is one of the fastest runners in the Marine Corps, and a member of the All-Marine Running Team.

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U.S. Marine Corps Col. Michael L. Brooks, base commander, Marine Corps Base Quantico, conducts an annual brief to the community at The Clubs of Quantico and Crossroads Event Center on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Oct. 6, 2022. The annual event ensures that key community partners are well informed about MCBQ’s economic impact to the community. (US Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire) - U.S. Marine Corps Col. Michael L. Brooks, base commander, Marine Corps Base Quantico, conducts an annual brief to the community at The Clubs of Quantico and Crossroads Event Center on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Oct. 6, 2022. The annual event ensures that key community partners are well informed about MCBQ’s economic impact to the community. (US Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire)

MCB Quantico Annual Brief to Local Community Representatives

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – Marine Corps Base Quantico Commanding Officer Col. Michael Brooks, along with other military and government officials, conducted an annual brief to the community at The Clubs of Quantico and Crossroads Event Center on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Oct. 6, 2022.

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Members from the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, National Museum of the Marine Corps, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Prince William County and Consigli construction company, partake in a groundbreaking ceremony at Semper Fidelis Memorial Park in Triangle, Virginia on Sept. 21, 2022. The expansion of the Semper Fidelis Memorial Park is meant to include memorials for Marines who served in operations from 1980 to the present day which is slated to be completed by the fall of 2023. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. George Nudo) - Members from the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, National Museum of the Marine Corps, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Prince William County and Consigli construction company, partake in a groundbreaking ceremony at Semper Fidelis Memorial Park in Triangle, Virginia on Sept. 21, 2022. The expansion of the Semper Fidelis Memorial Park is meant to include memorials for Marines who served in operations from 1980 to the present day which is slated to be completed by the fall of 2023. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. George Nudo)

Where Vision meets Reality; NMMC Semper Fidelis Park Expansion Ground Breaking Ceremony

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation hosted a ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps’ Semper Fidelis Memorial Park, announcing the park's expansion, Sept. 21, 2022. The park currently includes just over a mile of trails and over 30,000 commemorative bricks which line the paths of the park.

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Civilian personnel from Marine Corps Base Quantico pose for a group photo during the Marine Corps Acculturation Program (MCAP) held at The Clubs of Quantico on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Sept. 8, 2022. The purpose of MCAP is to introduce the civilian workforce aboard Marine Corps bases to the unique history, customs, courtesies, culture, and organizational structure of the Marine Corps. MCB Quantico hosts the quarterly MCAP course in person and encourages all new civilian hires to attend within the first year of onboarding. The two-day course is broken into five learning modules and includes a tour of the National Museum of the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Jessica A. Foraker) - Civilian personnel from Marine Corps Base Quantico pose for a group photo during the Marine Corps Acculturation Program (MCAP) held at The Clubs of Quantico on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Sept. 8, 2022. The purpose of MCAP is to introduce the civilian workforce aboard Marine Corps bases to the unique history, customs, courtesies, culture, and organizational structure of the Marine Corps. MCB Quantico hosts the quarterly MCAP course in person and encourages all new civilian hires to attend within the first year of onboarding. The two-day course is broken into five learning modules and includes a tour of the National Museum of the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Jessica A. Foraker)

Earning the Title “Civilian Marine”

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. -- The civilian workforce plays a vital role in the U.S. Marine Corps remaining a “force in readiness.” Civilians who work in and for a military installation contribute unique talents and expertise, which support the mission of the base. Working closely with their Marine counterparts, civilians have an opportunity to earn, or rather “learn,” the title of “Civilian Marine.”

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Christian Anthony, a native of Branchburg, New Jersey, assigned to the Marine Corps Base Quantico Ceremonial Platoon, practices the flag folding procedure for a funeral detail at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 17, 2022. The MCB Quantico Ceremonial Platoon provides color guard detail for on and off base events, to include: funerals, ceremonies, parades, and the raising and lowering of the colors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Keegan Bailey) - U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Christian Anthony, a native of Branchburg, New Jersey, assigned to the Marine Corps Base Quantico Ceremonial Platoon, practices the flag folding procedure for a funeral detail at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 17, 2022. The MCB Quantico Ceremonial Platoon provides color guard detail for on and off base events, to include: funerals, ceremonies, parades, and the raising and lowering of the colors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Keegan Bailey)

Marines of the Crossroads-Lance Cpl. Christian Anthony, Ceremonial Platoon

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – When someone hears the word ‘Marine’, they picture the professional renowned Dress Blue Uniforms, and the men and women who embody the core values of honor, courage, and commitment. Who they envision, are the Marines with the Marine Corps Ceremonial Platoons.

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Carol Flenard, Prince William County Public Schools Deputy Superintendent, receives the Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence Award from U.S. Marine Corps Col. Michael L. Brooks, commanding officer, Marine Corps Base Quantico at The Clubs of Quantico, Sept. 9, 2022. The Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence Award recognizes successful partnerships and projects that ultimately benefit military-connected children. Prince William County Schools’ dedication to “Providing A World-Class Education” focuses learning and achieving exacting standards that support the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Eric Huynh) - Carol Flenard, Prince William County Public Schools Deputy Superintendent, receives the Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence Award from U.S. Marine Corps Col. Michael L. Brooks, commanding officer, Marine Corps Base Quantico at The Clubs of Quantico, Sept. 9, 2022. The Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence Award recognizes successful partnerships and projects that ultimately benefit military-connected children. Prince William County Schools’ dedication to “Providing A World-Class Education” focuses learning and achieving exacting standards that support the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Eric Huynh)

Prince William County Schools awarded the Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence Award

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – The Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence Award was presented to Prince William County School Division in appreciation of the collaboration with Marine Corps Base Quantico and PWCS for the “PWCS Goes Purple” project; a program which meets the needs of military-connected students and their families.

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