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U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Karis Mattingly, U.S. Marine Corps motion imagery by Lance Cpl. Faith Rose and Lance Cpl. Isaac Munce
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VIDEO| 9-11: Two Marines, two stories a generation apart

We sat down with two Marines, one born after the World Trade Center attacks, and the other prior to 9/11.
U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Sutton
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Air Force, Marines perform joint FARP training

A U.S. Air Force HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron descends slowly toward a landing zone Aug. 27, 2020, at Torri Station, Japan.
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Service Reflections: Marine recalls deadly Vietnam battles

My brother joined the Corps in 1959 and got out in 1962. I have a picture of him at the Marine Barracks, Key West, Florida, with President John F. Kennedy in 1961. He taught me how to "spitshine," emphasis on the shine.
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ethan M. LeBlanc
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1st MAW Marines participate in a MCIWS pre-screener

U.S. Marines with Marine Air Control Squadron 4, Marine Air Support Squadron 2 and Marine Wing Communications Squadron 18, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, swim 500 meters during a Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival Pre-Screener on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 12, 2020.
U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Mark A. Kauffman
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Two Marines from same unit wins $10K shopping spree

Cpl. “Paul” In B. Lee, a safety equipment technician, and Sgt. Jacob Myers, an airframe mechanic, are far away from home while being attached to 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit.
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ethan M. LeBlanc
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U.S. Marines and Airmen attend PWTI brief

U.S. Marines and Airmen with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing and 33rd Rescue Squadron attend a briefing for the Primer Weapons Tactics Instructors Course exercise, wherein service members will cooperate towards the goal of increasing interoperability and flexibility between U.S. Forces, Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 4, 2020.
Sarahi Wilson, a phlebotomist assigned to Naval Medical Center San Diego, Calif., draws blood from a volunteer, July 14, 2020. The medical center employs more than 6,000 active duty military personnel, civilians and contractors in Southern California. (Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Erwin Jacob V. Miciano.)
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Marines donate plasma in fight against COVID-19

Marines assigned to Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego in California who have tested positive for COVID-19 donated plasma at Naval Medical Center San Diego.
Marines and employees with the Camp Foster Mess Hall 488 prepare to-go chow for Marines on restriction of movement (ROM) at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, July 9, 2020. All inbound personnel to Okinawa must ROM for 14 days. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Larsen)
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MCIPAC food services provide thousands of boxed meals for Marines on restriction of movement

U.S. Marines and employees with the Camp Foster Mess Hall 488 prepare to-go chow for Marines on restricted of movement at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, July 9.
The winning squad consisted of: Sgt. Francisco Corona, Cpl. Jason Holdorf, Cpl. Garret Groshong, Cpl. Harris Alliger, Lance Cpl. Chloe Pham, Lance Cpl. Santino Imparato, Lance Cpl. John Andrzejek, Lance Cpl. Alexander Griffin, Lance Cpl. Kevin Argueta, Lance Cpl. Tyler Helms, Lance Cpl. Austin Atwood, Lance Cpl. Bryan Zuniga, Lance Cpl. William Agnew and Petty Officer 3rd Class Joseph Iffrig. Photo taken prior to COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. (U.S. Marine Corps Courtesy Photo / Released)
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Marines recognized for victory in squad competition

U.S. Marines from 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, won the 3rd Marine Division Squad Competition after a week of events at Camps Hansen and Gonsalves, in Okinawa, Japan, March 15 - 20, 2020.
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kameron Herndon
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Okinawa Marines maintain readiness amid pandemic

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Matthew Rowland scores his partners target point on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, May 6, 2020.
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8 mistakes foreigners make when eating in Japanese restaurants

Since Japan is home to some of the richest, tastiest, most unique dishes in the world, eating out over here can be an amazing experience.
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12 Unique Japanese Foods You MUST Try At Least Once!

Japanese food is a favorite for people around the world, and many visitors to Japan look forward to trying out popular fare like yakiniku, takoyaki, okonomiyaki, shabu shabu and more!
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Recipe: Mama LuLu's famous garlic bread

It's easy to prep while you're cooking the rest of dinner and then pop it in the oven after everything else is ready! Enjoy!
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Recipe: Zucchini apple bread with crumble topping

Preheat oven to 350, combine zucchini apple ingredients in a large bowl. Spray 2 standard loaf baking containers with non-stick grease and pour the mixture.
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3-in-1: Salsa, pico de gallo, and guacamole

Ready to make an easy 3-in-1 Mexican dip? This recipe is great for snacks, BBQ, tortilla chips & dip, tacos, nachos, quesadillas, and so much more!
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Cuisine: American

Okinawa restaurant offers classic American-style chicken wings

The Wing King in Chatan is popular spot for anyone craving that classic taste of American-style chicken wing.