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CAMP NAHA, Okinawa, Japan – U.S. military personnel with 3rd Medical Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group; 18th Medical Group, 18th Wing Support Squadron and U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, attended a presentation and tour given by Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers with Medical Department, Ground Staff Office, Western Army, Dec.

Military occupational specialties are the foundation of the Marine Corps. Each MOS is a cog, working with and relying on each other to keep the fighting machine that is the United States Marine Corps running. The postal clerk field is one of these cogs.

It’s pitch black outside and the sun won’t shine for a few more hours. Suddenly, a light comes on, illuminating the room. The dogs are awake and ready for attention from their handlers -- the sound of rattling cages and barking fills the room. They know what comes next -- it’s feeding time and the start of their day.

CAMP SCHWAB, OKINAWA, Japan - Sweat drips off the face of a leader as he addresses his troops. The day has been long but the power of his voice resonates among the men entrusted under his care.

Winter is here and Christmas is near. Some seek warmth in Hot Toddies and some take comfort in Eggnog. The Noggin’ Split is a cocktail spinoff off Eggnog with a spiced and creamy combination of deliciousness. Starting with a whole egg dry shaken with Korea’s famous banana milk, it’s a real flip cocktail to please all eggnog lovers.

It’s Christmas time and Japanese children are excitedly awaiting the arrival of Santa Claus, just like American children. Streets and towns across Japan are decorated in lights, just like in America. Malls and stores in Japan are crowded with Christmas shoppers and pump out holiday music, just like in the States.