U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Ryan Pallas, Rotor Wing Majors Monitor, and Capt. Kenneth Jackson, Company Grade Combat Arms Monitor, give an update on the Manpower Management Officer Assignments Virtual Roadshow and the 2021 Summer Slating Process in Quantico, VA, Oct. 20, 2020. Marine officers are encouarged to contact their Military Occupational Specialty Monitors before next summer, as well as, visit the Manpower Management website for current and upcoming information. (U.S. Mmarine Corps video by Cpl. Joshua Pinkney)
Bodies huddle together, shivering for warmth as the sound of eager laughter fills the air and crinkling hand warmers whisper through the masses. The first light of the winter sun cuts through white, steamy breath and bare, towering oak trees. Sloshing water slaps the plastic tub where corpsmen stand, prepared for anything. Clusters of U.S. Marines, gear in hand, move towards the stage for a safety brief before crossing the departure line to...
As the sun rises, light trickles in slightly to reveal gourmet delicacies. Above the sound of running dishwater and sizzling chicken, firm commands can be heard being directed from one cook to another. U.S. Marines file into the building, a mix of aromas filling their nostrils. Their eyes scan over the various foods being showcased. The steady tap of boots is heard in anticipation of the main event. Finally, lunch is served.
