Story by Cpl. Ricardo Hurtado | I Marine Expeditionary Force | 11.18.2014
Marines are known for being riflemen above all else. Regardless of their military occupational specialty, every Marine is trained to fight and win in a combat environment. Although Marines perform different duties across the Corps, they constantly train to keep their combat mindset and skills up-to-date....
Story by Lance Cpl. Ashton Buckingham | 1st Marine Division | 05.19.2014
As the seven-ton-truck came to a halt, Marines hastily jumped out of the back. The M777A2 lightweight howitzer was dug into position and aimed on target within four minutes. Soon the order for suppressive fire came through the radio. In 30 seconds, two 110 pound high explosive rounds were soaring through the air toward their destination....
