U.S. Marines with 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division receive instruction on the use of the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (M142 HIMARS) on Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb. 23, 2021. The M142 HIMARS enables time-critical responsive fires by enhancing coalition operations, training, logistics and coordination. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Skylar M. Harris)
Every year, U.S. Navy commands throughout the fleet nominate their Blue Jacket of the Year. The award recognizes Sailors who stand out above the rest. Gonzalez a corpsmen with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment (2/6), 2d MarDiv is this year’s awardee.
CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. – It was just another day for Cpl. Wesley D. Smith until a neighbor rushed to his home and asked for his help. As he rushed to the scene he quickly determined the situation was a life or death situation. Smith had to act fast as his neighbor’s life was in immediate danger.