Story by Cpl. Paul Peterson | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 11.01.2013
There’s no psychological relief from the fact that you’re sitting. It’s not rest but rather subtle torment as fatigue sneaks into the body. The discomfort is unavoidable while strapped into a bucket seat, rubbernecking the world around you, without the ability to move or fully extend a leg....
Story by Cpl. Paul Peterson | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 11.01.2013
Somewhere in the darkness they found a football, a Frisbee and a hidden reserve of energy. After nearly 20 hours of continuous operations, the servicemembers simply embraced a little bit of spontaneity and started to play....
Story by 2nd Lt. John Parry | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 11.01.2013
The Afghan National Army received the largest transfer of medical materials during Operation Enduring Freedom from Combat Logistics Regiment 2, Regional Command (Southwest), here, Oct. 26 – 28....
Story by Cpl. Paul Peterson | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 10.25.2013
Raised rough and tumble in the modest Widwestern city of Mineral Point, Wis., Gunnery Sgt. Robin Baker came from an extended family dominated by males....
Story by Cpl. Paul Peterson | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 10.23.2013
They have a covenant of responsibility to tradition, mission and the Marines they lead. The ability to uphold the covenant, however, is not issued with their rank....
Story by Cpl. Paul Peterson | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 10.23.2013
From working as a card dealer under the bright lights in Las Vegas to combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, he is no stranger to risk or its rewards....
Story by 1st Lt. John Parry | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 10.16.2013
A Maryland, N.Y., native and U.S. Marine was recently recognized for commendatory service in Helmand province here with Combat Logistics Regiment 2, Regional Command (Southwest), in support of Operation Enduring Freedom....
Story by Cpl. Paul Peterson | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 10.10.2013
Cheek nestled against the stock of his machine gun … He hoped the man would heed his warning.
