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Archive: September, 2017

Capt. Mike Howley, Program Executive Officer (PEO) Land Systems (LS) command, WWII veteran Marine Tech Sgt. Theodore R. Marolda Sr. and Col. Kirk Mullins, ACV product manager, PEO LS toured the Modern Day Marine Military Exposition Sept. 20 to show Marolda how equipment has changed since he served in the Corps. - Capt. Mike Howley, Program Executive Officer (PEO) Land Systems (LS) command, WWII veteran Marine Tech Sgt. Theodore R. Marolda Sr. and Col. Kirk Mullins, ACV product manager, PEO LS toured the Modern Day Marine Military Exposition Sept. 20 to show Marolda how equipment has changed since he served in the Corps.

World War II vet sees firsthand how the Marine Corps has changed

As the Modern Day Marine Military Exposition (MDMME) provided a glimpse into the future, the event also attracted veterans with a rich history of wars past—wars which laid the foundation of the future displayed during the three day event.

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Lt. Gen. Michael Rocco, deputy commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs joined Marines from Security Battalion, LCpl Bryce W. Allen (left) and LCpl Brandon L. White (right) Aug. 31 at the main gate to wish a happy and safe Labor Day weekend to service members and civilians entering the base. They took the opportunity to hand out resource information related to September's National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. - Lt. Gen. Michael Rocco, deputy commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs joined Marines from Security Battalion, LCpl Bryce W. Allen (left) and LCpl Brandon L. White (right) Aug. 31 at the main gate to wish a happy and safe Labor Day weekend to service members and civilians entering the base. They took the opportunity to hand out resource information related to September's National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

Where the audio meets the visual: Quantico helps build awareness about suicide prevention

As the sun began to crest over the horizon at Quantico Aug. 31, Marines aboard Quantico were getting a head start at the front gate of the base in raising awareness about September being Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. To emphasize the importance of the observance, Lt. Gen. Michael Rocco, deputy commandant of Manpower & Reserve Affairs (M&RA) personally greeted everybody passing through the entrance of the “Crossroads of the Marine Corps” and also passed out important information to each Marine, sailor and civilian Marine in an effort to emphasize that the Marine Corps cares about their family and their safety.

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Past what seems to be the end of the Town of Quantico, nearly 150 boat slips line the water’s edge. Just beyond the east end of Potomac Avenue, sit two small buildings. One on either end of the road. Kayaks are stacked rows high; life jackets hang to dry in the sun, and outdoor gear waits to be fitted for its weekend destination on the Potomac River. - Kate Cutshall, outdoor commercial recreation program manager, Marine Corps Community Services speaks about the new Lunga Recreation Facility on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, July 18, 2022. Lunga will be open for camping, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The facility closed in 2012 due to the discovery of unexploded ordnance. Cleanup efforts are currently being made by Marine Corps Community Services Quantico and Navy Facilities Command Washington to restore Lunga as a safe and fun place for Marines and their families. The new Lunga Recreation Facility is expected to open in the near future. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Boster)

PUBLIC NOTICE: Water discoloration reported in base housing

Water Flushing Update (9/21): Water in housing has been tested and is safe to drink. Public Works Utility crews have now completed flushing the water lines in Geiger Ridge, Thomason Park and Lyman Park. Public Works will continue with its semi-annual flushing plan for the remainder of the base. The schedule for the remaining flushing throughout the base will be published shortly. To report water discoloration in housing, call Lincoln Military Housing via Lincoln At Your Service at 1-888-578-4141. Base Public Works will respond to LMH/resident concerns passed about the water.

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Modern Day Marine Military Expo will be held at MCBQ Sept 19 - 21. MDMME is open to Department of Defense and Defense Industry affiliated personnel only - it is not open to the general public. - Modern Day Marine Military Expo will be held at MCBQ Sept 19 - 21. MDMME is open to Department of Defense and Defense Industry affiliated personnel only - it is not open to the general public.

Modern Day Marine Military Expo will be held at MCBQ Sept 19 - 21

MDMME is open to Department of Defense and Defense Industry affiliated personnel only - it is not open to the general public.

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Shacquanda Anquoine Clark, sexual assault prevention and response victim advocate Marine Corps Installations National Capital Region‒ Marine Corps Base Quantico wins the Department of Defense Sexual Assault Prevention Innovation Award - Shacquanda Anquoine Clark, sexual assault prevention and response victim advocate Marine Corps Installations National Capital Region‒ Marine Corps Base Quantico wins the Department of Defense Sexual Assault Prevention Innovation Award