Story by Cpl. Michelle Reif | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 05.03.2016
When asked what their favorite day of the year is, many people would name a holiday or birthday, but for the residents of one South Florida senior center, the day that they look forward to the most is the day the Marines and Sailors visit....
Story by Cpl. Michelle Reif | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 04.22.2016
In his opening remarks to his Marines and Sailors, Col. Joseph T. Allena, the commanding officer of 10th Marine Regiment, told the audience that Marines never fight alone. He was talking about much more than warfare. He was speaking about the commitment among Marines to give each other support and to pull each other back from the metaphorical ledge when they are in need....
Story by Cpl. Michelle Reif | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 04.20.2016
It is commonly known in warfighting strategy that to conquer an enemy you must sever the head from the body. When the head of the II Marine Expeditionary Force took to the simulated battlefield, the Military Police faithfully protected it from enemies, ensuring that the headquarters element completed the mission....
Story by Cpl. Michelle Reif | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 01.27.2016
The busiest season for duty station changes is fast approaching and a new policy was recently released in an effort to make travel procedures smoother for Marines. According to Marine administrative message 001/16, beginning Jan. 1, Marines undergoing a permanent change of station must use their government travel charge card for all expenses related to the move....
Story by Cpl. Michelle Reif | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 01.12.2016
Today was not just another routine flight for 1st Lt. Erik Erlandson, of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Training Squadron 204. Today was the day that he proved his skills as an MV-22B Osprey pilot. Today was the day that he was judged against the strict standards and requirements of the Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures Standardization Program. Today was the day he completed the final steps......
Story by Cpl. Michelle Reif | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 11.19.2015
“If it ain’t rainin’, we ain’t trainin’!” a Marine laughed as the sky opened up and the rain began to pound. All around him the Marines were soaked to the bone yet their spirits remained high. They had a mission to accomplish and it would take more than a little inclement weather to stop them from firing the 60mm mortar....
Story by Cpl. Michelle Reif | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 09.22.2015
The Marines in the cramped rear compartment of the simulated amphibious assault vehicle braced themselves as the cold water rushed over their bodies. They each gulped one last deep breath as the vehicle submerged completely into the pool, plunging into total darkness....
Story by Cpl. Michelle Reif | II Marine Expeditionary Force | 08.28.2015
Know your enemy, and know yourself. Never stop exercising your mind, always continue to learn and work towards becoming a master of your trade. This is the advice Lt. Col. Brett A. Hart, the executive officer of Marine Aircraft Group 26, gave to the Squadron Intelligence Training and Certification Course (SITCC) students during their graduation ceremony....
