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By James Clark Nov 27, 2020
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8 unbelievable stories from the Second Battle Of Fallujah

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By Hope Hodge Seck, Military.com Jan 6, 2018
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The Marines Just Took A Big Step Toward Broader Adoption Of The Beloved M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle

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Minutes after Daniel Mendez departed to serve his country in parts unknown, thieves were rifling through his home in Leverett’s...
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Unsung Heroes

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Unsung Heroes

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On July 1, 2010, Marine Cpl. Larry D. Harris, a mortarman with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, was on a...
By James Clark Apr 7, 2016
Unsung Heroes

UNSUNG HEROES: This Squad Leader Took Command Of A Platoon During An Enemy Ambush

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By Chris Jones Jan 14, 2016
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As A Veteran, Here’s How I Feel Watching Continued Fighting In Afghanistan

Last year, thousands of Iraq combat veterans watched the country they'd fought in fall to ISIS. Days ago, a dusty...
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