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2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward)
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(2MAWFWD)
Videos: 320
Audio: 298
News Stories: 194
Images: 1947
Publications: 0
21 Followers
Hometown: Cherry Point, NC, US
Current Personnel:
Cpl. Justin Boling
1st Lt. Alejandro Aguilera
Staff Sgt. Christopher Flurry
Staff Sgt. James Richardson
Staff Sgt. Ricardo Gomez
Lance Cpl. Robert Carrasco
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Recent AudioMaj. Gen. Glenn M. Walters
Maj. Gen. Glenn M. Walters talks to a WTKF-FM in Greenville, N.C. about the end of deployment in Afghanistan for the Marines in his unit.
Taken: 02.16.2012
Lance Corporal Brad Berube
Marine Lance Corporal Brad Berube from Eagle Lake, ME., talks with a Fox Sports Game Time React reporter about his deployment to Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, his duties and responsibilities, the New York Giants, Super Bowl and his family.
Taken: 02.10.2012
Petty Officer 3rd Class Jeffrey Whitson
Petty Officer 3rd Class Jeffrey Whitson talks to a WTKF-FM reporter about his job as a hospital corpsman, Camp Lejeune, joining the Navy, his life growing up in Charleston, S.C., Hawaii and Vidalia, Ga., Camp Lejuene and communicating with family. Audio only.
Taken: 02.09.2012
Maj. Mark Micke
Maj. Mark Micke talks with reporter from WTKF-FM about his job as executive and Operations officer for the Marine Control Group 28 at Camp Leatherneck, ground and air communications and coordination, troop draw-down, his history in the Marine Corps, difficulties, infrastructure, coming home, technology, keeping in touch and the Afghan people. Audio only.
Taken: 02.09.2012
Capt. Michael Gagnon
Capt. Michael Gagnon, from Oxford, Mass., talks to a Yuma Sun reporter, in Yuma, Ariz., about his duties overseeing the retrograde of helicopter landing zone equipment while deployed to Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan.
Taken: 02.06.2012
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News Stories Sailors earn Marine Corps combat qualification in Afghanistan
The Fleet Marine Force qualification, a military badge earned by sailors assigned to U.S. Marine Corps commands, is a source of pride for many in the Navy, a testament to experience, to time spent on the Navy’s “green side” – serving alongside U.S. Marines.
02.20.12 Story by Cpl. Brian Adam Jones
 Marine sergeant major serves with son in Afghanistan
As Sgt. Maj. Henry Prutch’s yearlong tour in Afghanistan draws to a close, only one thing worried him – he might not get to see his son out here.
02.2.12 Story by Cpl. Brian Adam Jones
 Afghanistan chapel dedicated to fallen Marines
A newly-constructed chapel at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan, was dedicated in a ceremony Jan. 31 to Marines who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.
02.1.12 Story by Cpl. Justin Boling
 Marines in Afghanistan honor brethren killed in helicopter crash
The Marines of Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363 filled the pews of a small chapel at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan, to bid farewell to six fallen brothers, Jan. 24.
01.24.12 Story by Cpl. Brian Adam Jones
 Mission accomplished: Marine Osprey squadron flies last mission of Afghanistan deployment
A Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey squadron flew its final combat mission, Jan. 17, to complete its deployment to Afghanistan.
01.17.12 Story by Cpl. Justin Boling
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Cherry Point, local response teams first on scene during training exercise
Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point crash fire rescue Marines fight a contained aircraft blaze during a mass casualty exercise on the air station flightline, April 24, in preparation for the upcoming MCAS Cherry Point Air Show, May 4-6. The purpose of the exercise was to test and evaluate the air station’s ability to respond to a mass casualty incident. |
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Sailors earn Marine Corps combat qualification in Afghanistan02/20/2012
Story by Cpl. Brian Adam Jones
CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan — The Fleet Marine Force qualification, a military badge earned by sailors assigned to U.S. Marine Corps commands, is a source of pride for many in the Navy, a testament to experience, to time spent on the Navy’s “green side” – serving alongside U.S. Marines.
More than 50 sailors attached to 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward) in Afghanistan now proudly wear the silver device on their chest, a distinction earned during their deployment.
“It means a great deal, it’s an honor to be able to wear this every day,” said Seaman Chase Lapradd, a corpsman attached to 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward), and a native of Drakes Branch, Va., who was presented his qualification badge during a ceremony at Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, Feb. 16.
The Fleet Marine Force qualification is issued to sailors who are trained and qualified to perform duties in support of U.S. Marine Corps operations, and can only be issued by Marine commanding generals or commanding officers of regimental-level commands.
Unlike many sailors who earn the Fleet Marine Force qualification, Lapradd’s service with Marines wasn’t part of a two or three year tour. The Drakes Branch, Va., native served temporarily with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward) – augmenting specifically to deploy to Afghanistan.
“It’s something I really wanted to do,” said Lapradd, an augment to the Wing from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Va., “Coming from a Naval command, this isn’t something I could do until I was attached to the Marines.”
During his time in Afghanistan, Lapradd worked for the Wing’s surgeon office, coordinated medical evacuations, provided medical support for coalition forces at the combined aid station, and provided medical coverage for enemy combatants at a detention facility in Helmand province.
Lapradd and the Wing’s other sailors who earned the qualification did so by demonstrating intricate knowledge of Marine Corps combat operations and the history of the Marine Corps.
“It’s a pretty intense program, the qualification process is not easy,” said Senior Chief Petty Officer Nathan Whiddon, the senior enlisted sailor with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward), and a native of Gray, Ga. “It takes a lot of time and effort, so it shows good initiative and dedication to do something like this, especially on a deployment.”
Since March 2011, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward) has served as the aviation combat element in southwestern Afghanistan.
The Wing provides vital functions to coalition forces on the ground, including close air support, troop movement, resupply, cargo delivery and aerial reconnaissance.
It’s a monumental task with tremendous challenges, made possible by the hard work of thousands of dedicated Marines and sailors.
“I’ve really enjoyed myself out here,” Lapradd said. “I’ve learned a ton and gained a lot of valuable experience to take back to my command.” |
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Recent Video Capt. Michael Gagnon
Capt. Michael Gagnon, a logistics officer with Marine Wing Support Squadron 371, from Webster, Mass., shares his thoughts on the New England Patriots' Super Bowl berth from Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan. Also available in high definition
Taken: 01.31.2012
 Cpl. Amy Lynn Henrikson
U.S. Marine Cpl. Amy Lynn Henrikson, an airframe mechanic with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 369 and 26-year-old native of Agawam, Mass., poses for a photograph in front of an AH-1W Super Cobra attack helicopter here, Jan. 30. Also sends a shout out to her family and the New England Patriots. U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Alfred V. Lopez. Available in high definition.
Taken: 01.30.2012
 Maj. Jeffrey Murphy New England Patriots Super Bowl Shout Out
Maj. Jeffrey Murphy, the director of safety and standardization for 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward), and a lifelong New Englander, shares his thoughts on the New England Patriot’s Super Bowl berth from Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan. Available in high definition.
Taken: 01.31.2012
 Capt. Ron Brown
Capt. Ron Brown, Haysville, N.C., sends a shout out to the Green Bay Packers. Produced by Cpl. Brian Adam Jones. Also available in high definition.
Taken: 01.12.2012
 Cpl. Craig Jenkins
Cpl. Craig Jenkins, New Orleans, La., sends a shout out to the New Orleans Saints. Produced by Cpl. Brian Adam Jones. Also available in high definition.
Taken: 01.12.2012
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Recent Greetings
Laney, William SSgt
Hometown JACKSONVILLE, NC, US
Holiday: Christmas
Language: English
Branch: Marines, Active
Location: Camp Bastion, Afghanistan
Posted: 12/22/11 3:53PM
Laney, William SSgt
Hometown WILLACOOCHEE, GA, US
Holiday: Christmas
Language: English
Branch: Marines, Active
Location: Camp Bastion, Afghanistan
Posted: 12/22/11 3:53PM
Laney, William SSgt
Hometown NY, US
Holiday: Christmas
Language: English
Branch: Marines, Active
Location: Camp Bastion, Afghanistan
Posted: 12/22/11 3:53PM
Le, Aaron LCpl
Hometown ARLINGTON, TX, US
Holiday: Christmas
Language: English
Branch: Marines, Active
Location: Camp Bastion, Afghanistan
Posted: 12/22/11 3:53PM
Oliver, Jennifer Sgt
Hometown HOUSTON, TX, US
Holiday: Christmas
Language: English
Branch: Marines, Active
Location: Camp Bastion, Afghanistan
Posted: 12/22/11 3:53PM
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