Warrior Wednesday highlights the individual stories of the Marines and sailors that dedicate their lives to the protection and prosperity of our nation. Each service member embodies the traits of a professional warrior, and many possess exceptional talents and skills that contribute to the uniqueness of the Corps. Here is a look at the Marines and sailors who use these special abilities to...
The United States Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment provides and enables assistance to wounded, ill and injured Marines, sailors attached to or in support of Marine units, and their family members in order to assist them as they return to duty or transition to civilian life. The Regimental headquarters element, located in Quantico, Va., commands the operations of two Wounded Warrior...
More than 170 Marines recently returned from a seven-month deployment to Afghanistan will visit 16 wounded warriors from their unit who had to be evacuated for injuries sustained in theatre. The Marines of Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 6th Marines, nicknamed "BlackIron," served three consecutive combat deployments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom over the past three years.
