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Quantico, Virginia

Third-generation Marine carries on family tradition

Recruit Nicholas Mink graduates today. His family came to see their second son, third-generation Marine, graduate from recruit training at Parris Island. The new Marine has taken his first step toward carrying on the legacy set by his brother, father and grandfather. His grandfather enlisted and served time in Korea, attaining the rank of corporal,

Patriot Day honors 9-11 anniversary

"Today, our fellow citizens, our way of life, our very freedom came under attack in a series of deliberate and deadly terrorist acts ... these acts of mass murder were intended to frighten our nation into chaos and retreat. But they have failed. Our country is strong." These words spoken by President George W. Bush in his address to the nation on

PMO augments take a shot at Beaufort County Range

The Parris Island Provost Marshal's Office augmentees participated in a Familiarization Fire with MCAS and Depot Military Police personnel at the Beaufort County Range Aug. 24. The training, with the Benelli M1014 semi-automatic shotgun and the Beretta M-9 pistol, increased the shooters' comfort level with weapons that they may have to use in the

Depot firefighter wins Civilian Firefighter of the Year

Battling fires and taking control during a blazing inferno is only part of what makes a firefighter who can be deemed Firefighter of the Year. Captain Dwight Charleston, a Parris Island Fire Department engine captain, is not one to sit aside and watch things happen. Instead, he jumps into the fire and takes control. These are reasons why he was

Series commander returns 'home' to where it all began

Thousands of recruits pass through the squad bays of Parris Island each year, and once they receive the coveted Eagle, Globe and Anchor, most leave and never look back. Some vow to never return to the island where they endured three months of mental and physical anguish to earn the title of Marine. But for some, the tie to the Depot is intenseley

Depot firefighters undergo training to retrieve downed firefighters

More firefighters die in residential dwellings than in any other type of fire, and this is not surprising given this type of fire is the most common. Playing off of an incident in Philadelphia in which two firefighters died while fighting a residential fire, Capt. Dwight Charleston, a Parris Island Fire Department engine captain, kicked off a

1st Young Marines class graduates 'boot camp'

After 12 demanding weeks of Marine Corps "Boot Camp," dozens of anxious youngsters from Class 1-04 crossed the stage to graduate as Parris Island's first class of Young Marines at the Depot Saturday. Approximately 39 members, ranging from ages 8 - 17, walked across the stage with their brand-new, freshly-pressed uniforms to receive a certificate

Depot Marine awarded Bronze Star

A Depot Marine was awarded the Bronze Star with combat "V" March 17 for courageous acts in Operation Iraqi Freedom. First Lt. Matt Zummo, assistant series commander, Special Training Company, stood before Brig. Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., commanding general, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region, and a formation of his

Dental Corps celebrates 92nd birthday

Standing side by side with the Marine Corps and wearing the same uniform with as much pride as Marines, the Parris Island Navy personnel have played a key role in helping Parris Island train recruits to become Marines. Established in August of 1912, the Naval Dental Corps has now completed its 92nd year in notable existence. They have supported the

Marines could deploy at any moment, but are they ready?

Every Marine is aware of the common goal of achieving mission readiness, but are they really ready? As Marines return from deployment to Iraq and elsewhere, it begs the question, "how ready are you to face the challenges of a unanticipated deployment or assignment from Parris Island?" For Staff Sgt. Gerald Fenton, line staff noncommissioned officer

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