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Service Reflections: Marine veteran recalls bloody battles of Korean War

I was born into a large family of nine children in 1930 and raised in Isle, Nebraska, during the Great Depression.
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Service Reflections: Veteran recalls being a teen in Vietnam War

I wish I could point to some patriotic or altruistic motive. The truth is I was kicked out of high school in the 10th grade.
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See what's happening on your base!

Check out all the great things happening on your base. Events are as accurate as possible at press time. Since times or event schedules can change, please verify events before attending. (This was updated February 21)
U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Malik Daniel
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III MIG 244th Marine Corps Birthday Run

U.S. Marines and Sailors with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group (III MIG) participate in a motivational run to commemorate the 244th birthday of the United States Marine Corps on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 15, 2019.
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Karis Mattingly
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MCIPAC Commanding General signs the Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the proclamation signing is held to signify the importance of preventing domestic violence.
Lt. Gen. Eric M. Smith, right, and Lt. Gen. H. Stacy Clardy, III, salute the colors during a pass and review as part of the III Marine Expeditionary Force change of command ceremony at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, May 31, 2019. Smith passed his duties as the commanding general of III MEF onto Lt. Gen. H. Stacy Clardy, III. Smith said the U.S.-Japan alliance is fortunate to have a veteran of Japan come back as the commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Francesca de la Reza)
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III MEF Commanding General Change of Command

Lt. Gen. Eric M. Smith relinquished command of III Marine Expeditionary Force to Lt. Gen. H. Stacy Clardy, III, May 31, 2019 at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan.
An F-35B Lightning II with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121 departs Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Sept. 18, 2017. An F-35B with the same squadron was damaged by a birdstrike at Iwakuni on May 7, 2019. (AARON HENSON/U.S. MARINE CORPS)
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F-35B bird strike at Marine air station in Japan does over $2 million in damage

A bird strike has caused more than $2 million damage to a Japan-based Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II fighter, according to a U.S. military spokesman.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Lucas Vega
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MCIPAC Marines break bread at Bravo Company Mess Night

U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific – Marine Corps Base Smedley D. Butler, applaud following the conclusion of the Bravo Company Mess Night May 9, 2019 at the Butler Officer’s Club, Okinawa, Japan.
U.S. Marine Corps, Army and Navy World War II veterans render honors during the 74th Annual Reunion of Honor ceremony March 23, 2019 at Iwo To, Japan. Dozens of WWII veterans and veterans of the Battle of Iwo Jima took part in the ceremony. The Reunion of Honor ceremony is held annually to commemorate the heroism and sacrifices made by service members during the Battle of Iwo Jima in World War II. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Tiffany Edwards)
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74th Reunion of Honor: Marines, Japan honor those who fought in Battle of Iwo Jima

Veterans, their family members, and distinguished guests from the U.S. and Japan will gather on Iwo To March 23, 2019 to pay tribute to one another and those lost during the battle of Iwo Jima.
Sgt. Robert Huber with the Target Acquisition Platoon, counter-battery radar at 11th Marines inspects a newly-fielded Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar Block 2 radar system at Camp Pendleton, California. Program Executive Officer Land Systems recently started fielding the G/ATOR Block 2, which supports MAGTF counter-fire and counterbattery missions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Calingo)
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Artillery Marines’ new radar brings the distance on the battlefield

G/ATOR, an expeditionary, three-dimensional medium-range radar system, is being developed and fielded in three blocks that will support the Marine Air-Ground Task Force across the range of its capabilities.
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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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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.