Battlefield Blades: 5 Fighting Knives That Could Save Your Life!

Battlefield Blades: 5 Fighting Knives That Could Save Your Life!

From the First Barbary War to Baghram and Baghdad, knives have been an essential part of the individual Marine’s arsenal. While all Marines are issued bayonnetes, there are a number of occasions where they just wont “cut it”. Here are 5 of the best blades on the market from brands that have been rigorously...

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Operation Western Gambit: Commander’s Point of View (Continuing Operations) (Features)

Article By Cpl. Clayton Vonderahe
On Nov. 26, Operation Western Gambit began. Marines from 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, loaded into helicopters and trucks from their bases in Now Zad and Musa Qal’eh Districts to enter into villages where coalition  

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From the Sands of Iwo Jima to Life on the Seven Seas (Features) (Marines Uncovered)

From the Sands of Iwo Jima to Life on the Seven Seas (Features) (Marines Uncovered)

Article By Seaman Apprentice Jonathan L. Correa
Experiencing things for the first time can be a scary or exciting moment in the lives of most people. Whether it is your first day of school, starting a new job, driving a car or  

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Assistant Commandant Sets the Record Straight (Features) (On Target)

Assistant Commandant Sets the Record Straight (Features) (On Target)

Article By Maj. Kelly Frushour
The Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., spoke to the Center for Strategic and International Studies Dec. 7. Highlights of his presentation include: An historical perspective of draw downs Notably he  

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The China Military Threat: A War Scenario

The China Military Threat: A War Scenario

Despite China’s Stealth Fighter, Naval advances and growth, does the China military pose a real threat to the United States? A look at the numbers might provide some insight into a war scenario. China military forces consist of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA): Ground Forces, Navy (includes marines and naval aviation), Air Force (Zhongguo...

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DANTES Testing and Online Military Colleges

DANTES Testing and Online Military Colleges

  Going to college might be one of the top three benefits of enlistment in the Armed services, and everyone has considered getting an education online. Online college courses require commitment and self discipline—traits that many members of the military already hold. And the flexibility that’s inherent with on-line degree programs can prove a...

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The Perfect Tactical Strength Training and Conditioning Program

The Perfect Tactical Strength Training and Conditioning Program

Tactical Strenght Training, Muscle Building, and Weight Loss – the Marine Corps Way. Lets face it, most unit strength training is lacking. The Daily 7 hasn’t changed since World War 2 and, other than MCMAP and CFT taining, Marines that want to get into superior shape are forced to look elsewhere. Enter the Modern...

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What’s next for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter?

What’s next for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter?

Article By Sgt. Michael S. Cifuentes
According to a recent National Defense magazine article, the Marine Corps would be weakened if the Joint Strike Fighter, the world’s first supersonic and radar-evading stealth aircraft with short take-off and vertical landing capabilities, isn’t  

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Marines respond to Thailand flood crisis (Continuing Operations) (Features)

Marines respond to Thailand flood crisis (Continuing Operations) (Features)

Article By Lance Cpl. Chelsea Flowers
Marines joined with Thailand forces in a true crisis situation on Oct. 15 when III Marine Expeditionary Force sent a task force of Marines to assist the Royal Government of Thailand in flood relief efforts.  

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