By David H. Gurney and Jeffrey D. Smotherman--- Marine Corps
Joint Force Quarterly Interview by David H. Gurney and Jeffrey D. Smotherman. Joint Force Quarterly has kindly granted Small Wars Journal permission to publish this forthcoming JFQ article.
JFQ: For several years, the Marine Corps has been operating very closely with the United States Army in Iraq and Afghanistan. To what degree have sea...  [Preview]Full Story
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By Martin Casey--- Lifestyle
MCB QUANTICO, Va. (Aug. 26) -- The Marine Corps policy on alcohol consumption has changed under a revised policy dated Aug. 16.
Among several changes, the new policy liberalizes promotional pricing for drinks. Where the old policy “discontinued” promotional programs such as “happy/power hours,” the new policy simply limits reduced prices periods... [Preview]Full Story
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By Cpl. Christopher Duncan--- Quantico Events
MCB QUANTICO, Va. (Aug. 20) -- The Civilian Recreation Welfare Association hosted the 33rd annual Civilian Appreciation Day picnic Aug. 20 at Lunga Park to celebrate the civilians who work to support the Marine Corps’ missions and initiatives daily.
‘‘CRWA is funded by Marine Corps Community Services and with that we try to do as many activities... [Preview]Full Story
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By Yvonne Carlock--- Lifestyle
MCB QUANTICO, Va. -- What does it mean to me to serve the Marine Corps as a civilian? As a Core-Values-card-toting civilian, it means I get to continue doing something I love: Training and working with Marines.
I spent 12 years, eight months and 25 days on active duty (no, I wasn’t counting, that’s what it says on my DD214). And I was delighted... [Preview]Full Story
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By Cmdr. John T. Hannigan--- Religion
Important Note: Starting July 4, 2010, all divine services on base will be celebrated in the Little Hall Theater, 2034 Barnett Avenue. See schedule changes below. |
Honor and conscience |
"I love the name of honor more than I fear death."
Should we see in these words from Brutus to Cassius nothing more than a dramatic utterance befitting the... [Preview]Full Story
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By Submission--- Brief
Be ‘Street Smart’ Labor Day weekend
Street Smart is a one-hour presentation on drinking and driving from a paramedic/firefighter’s point of view.
All MCB Quantico personnel (military and civilian) are encouraged to attend.
It will be held Aug. 31 at 9 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. at the Little Hall Auditorium.
For more information, contact... [Preview]Full Story
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By Submission--- Quantico Events
Fall Bible study sign up begins today
The Women of the Chapel fall semester Bible study sign up begins today (Aug. 26) from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Chapel annex.
Classes are every Thursday and include fellowship and Bible study. Limited childcare provided and all are welcome.
Drool in the pool
Stafford County Parks, Recreation and Community... [Preview]Full Story
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By Submission--- Sports Column
Open chess championship in October
The 51st Annual U.S. Armed Forces Open Chess Championship will be Oct. 9-11 at the Community Airmen’s Center, Joint Base Andrews, Md. The tournament is open to all active-duty, reservists, military retirees, cadets, and ROTC (with DOD ID) who have a USCF Membership.
Get entry forms at... [Preview]Full Story
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