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CPL. JONATHAN G. WRIGHT Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
He grasped his rifle in a steady port arms position, his eyes not focused on those around him, but locked forward for the task at hand. He marched briskly forward, the points of his cover slicing through the chilly morning air. At his mark, he executed a left-face and stood at-ease, holding his position as his 18th century Continental Marines uniform drew the eyes of the hundreds of onlookers around him. The showing of historical uniforms of the past generations of Marines was one of the cornerstone events conducted during the annual Joint Daytime Ceremony, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and tenant commands’ celebration of the Marine Corps birthday, at Liversedge Field aboard the base, Nov. 9. “This ceremony is all about the customs, courtesies and traditions of our Marine Corps,” said Sgt. Maj. William C. Rice, sergeant major of MCB Camp Lejeune. “Marines from across the base come together to reflect on the Corps’ history and how the traditions we practice today won’t change with age.” The ceremony started with the marching and presentation of the
various color guards of all tenant commands aboard MCB Camp Lejeune, including Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune and the Joint Maritime Center. After all were in position, the historical pageant was held, showcasing a total of 15 uniform variations, beginning with the original garb first worn in 1775 and concluding with the Marine Corps Combat Utility Uniforms Marines wear today. An in-depth characterization was read by the ceremony’s narrator for each uniform adaption, describing the various conflicts each uniform saw and what notable Marines wore them. “A lot of Marines don’t know the history behind our uniforms and the changes they’ve gone through,” said Staff Sgt. Lacostia Powell, supply chief with Combat Logistics Regiment 25, 2nd Marine Logistics Group. “I feel it’s important to their professional development that the young Marines know about them, as well as the other traditions we have.” Following the pageant, the “roll call of honor” was sounded as taps was played by a lone bugler. Participants and attendees bowed their heads in remembrance for the Marines of the past and present lost. The final event for the ceremony was the cake presentation and cutting, in which a three-tiered cake was presented to Col. Daniel
J. Lecce, commanding officer of MCB Camp Lejeune, and Rice, who proceeded to cut and present a slice of birthday cake to the oldest and youngest Marines present, being Col. Grover Lewis, assistant chief of staff for Security and Emergency Services Department, Marine Corps Installations Command East, and Pfc. Alicia Avendano, clerk with the Administrative Service Center, Headquarters Battalion, School of Infantry – East. “The whole thing really opens your eyes to how set we are in our traditions,” said Pfc. Robert Twining, student at the Logistics Operations School aboard Camp Johnson. “My father retired from the Marine Corps after 22 years of service, and after hearing how today’s ceremony was, he said nothing about it has changed, just as all of our Corps’ traditions.” As the ceremony concluded and the various color guards and pageant Marines marched off the field, attendants were not only given a show of history and birthday celebration, but also reminded of everything the Marine Corps stands for and will continue to stand for. Traditions, like the Marines themselves, will ensure the succeeding generations of war fighters do not lose sight of what makes the Corps the forefront of America’s military.
Photos by Cpl. Jonathan G. Wright
(Top) The ceremonial birthday cake is guided across the field during the 2011 Joint Daytime Ceremony aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, Nov. 9. (Above) Color guards of various tenant commands stationed aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune stand at attention during the 2011 Joint Daytime Ceremony held aboard the base, Nov. 9.
Photo by Cpl. Damany S. Coleman
Col. Daniel J. Lecce, commanding officer of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune (center right), and Sgt. Maj. William C. Rice, sergeant major of MCB Camp Lejeune (center left) stand with the oldest and youngest Marine for the 2011 Joint Daytime Ceremony birthday cake-cutting event, Nov. 9.
CAMP GUERNSEY ARMY AIR FIELD, WYOMING
ANGLICO prepares for Afghanistan 5,000 feet above sea level CPL. WALTER D. MARINO II 2nd Marine Division
At an altitude of approximately 5,000 feet above sea level, it’s easy to get winded. Add in freezing temperatures, strong winds and a 70-pound pack and you have the conditions that Marines from 2nd Air-Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force, trained in for more than three weeks aboard Camp Guernsey Army Air Field, Wyo., recently. The distinct climate was chosen for a reason. Wyoming has striking similarities to Afghanistan in both cold weather and rugged terrain. These conditions proved to be optimal for preparing the unit for an upcoming deployment to Afghanistan. Their senior leadership also explained they want-
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ed to get away from possible distractions. With nothing but open plains and hills as far as the horizon, it’s quite possible they succeeded. “The terrain and weather is very beneficial,” said Sgt. Al Porter, a role playing insurgent, 2nd ANGLICO. “It’s great preparation for combat situations and they get hands-on experience.” ANGLICO works as a liaison between the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and allied forces. They provide organized teams that embed with coalition units to coordinate fire support. During their training, these four to six-man teams were vigorously tested. For their final evaluation, the troops were given a two-day event consisting of 20 different exercises, covering around 19
Coalition hosts celebration aboard Camp Leatherneck II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward)
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cal national, flagged us down,” said Fitzhugh. “Something seemed off – he knew we were coming, which set off a red flag in my mind. He was trying to entice us to go into the ranch to help his friend Bob and I told him I thought it would be safer to stay out here and asked him to bring Bob out to us.” Fitzhugh’s decision saved his group from an ambush of role-playing insurgents who awaited them in the barn. Although they made a great decision, the exercise didn’t end there. After the avoided ambush, a medical evacuation scenario was given to the Marines. They had an injured civilian that needed to be moved to an evacuation location. The task seemed simple enough except SEE ANGLICO 7A
CAMP LEATHERNECK, AFGHANISTAN
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miles of terrain, at elevations more than 5,000 feet above sea level. The various exercises tested them both mentally and physically. They were asked to navigate through the mountains, endure the freezing temperatures and run through several scenarios at each station. On the second exercise, a group of six Marines patrolled to their training location very cautiously. An eerie barn heightened their awareness. When a role player exited the barn asking for medical aid, Capt. Craig T. Fitzhugh, supporting arms liaison leader, 2nd ANGLICO, felt something was amiss. “We decided not to take the road and go up over by a ridge where there was a little cover and (so) we could see what’s going on. At that time, a role-playing lo-
Coalition forces hosted a celebration in observance of the Muslim holiday Eid al-Adha at Camp Leatherneck, Helmand province, Nov. 6. Eid al-Adha, the festival of sacrifice, is an important religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide to commemorate the willingness of Abraham to sacrifice his son, Ishmael, as an act of obedience to God. The festival normally lasts for three days. Distinguished guests included Maj. Gen. John A. Toolan, commanding general, Regional Command Southwest, Sgt. Maj. Michael F. Jones, Regional Command Southwest, and Brig. Gen. Nicholas Welch, deputy commander, Regional Command Southwest. “Sharing of cultural information while being so far away from our families, (and) learning about other ethnic backgrounds (can help us) to respect each other and become closer with those in America, which is such a diverse soci-
ety,” said Qamaruddian Jabarkhiel, RC (SW) cultural adviser, who was born in Afghanistan but is now a resident of Fairfax, Va. “I think as Marines learning about the culture and the people of Afghanistan is very important because by showing we care about them has a huge effect in a positive way,” said Lance Cpl. Lauren Kohls, a Marine attending the ceremony. Muslims in attendance put on their best clothing and danced to celebrate Eid. There was plenty of traditional Afghan food, but guests seemed keener on dancing than sitting to enjoy their food. “It is a way to celebrate the event for those who are far away from home,” said Humira Farooty, an enthusiastic dancer. “There will be dinner and then the traditional dance.” The event began with music, then Muslims and military officials in attendance gathered for a brief history of Eid. Afterward, the coalition forces and Afghans sat down for the meal. Some coalition guests dressed in traditional Afghan attire to show their support.
Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Jonathan Chandler
Afghan citizens play music during Eid al-Adha, the festival of sacrifice, aboard Camp Leatherneck, Helmand province, Nov 6. “We try to embrace the Afghan culture as much as we can and by wearing the Afghan clothing, it is a way of showing we are trying to understand,” explained Kohls. “Being here and seeing the festival is a great opportunity because we work with Afghans all day, every day and we don’t always get to experience what their life is like.”