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Faces of Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni: Mark DeSander

Mark DeSander, Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni station fuels director, introduces himself and his position at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, May 25, 2023. DeSander served 23 years in the United States Army before taking on his position as the station fuels director. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Raymond Tong)

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Secretary of Defense visits Marine Corps Air...

05.31.2023 | Photo by Cpl. Darien Wright

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is greeted by a detail comprised of Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni’s senior leaders at MCAS...

Citizenship Granted: Marine Corps Air Station...

05.31.2023 | Photo by Lance Cpl. David Getz

Service members wait for a naturalization ceremony to start at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 31, 2023. Naturalization is the...

Sweet treats and Momiji Leaves; Residents of MCAS...

05.23.2023 | Photo by Cpl. Calah Thompson

Yasufumi Nakamura, the president of the Momiji Manju Yamadaya factory, gives a presentation to members of a cultural adaptations trip on the...

First Lady of the United States visits Marine Corps...

05.21.2023 | Photo by Cpl. Calah Thompson

A child holds up a sign congratulating a member of the Matthew C. Perry High School graduating class of 2023 during a ceremony held at Marine...

First Lady of the United States visits Marine Corps...

05.20.2023 | Photo by Cpl. Raymond Tong

A U.S. Marine overlooks the crow during a ceremony held in celebration of the Matthew C. Perry High School graduating class at Marine Corps Air...

U.S. President Joseph R. Biden arrives in Japan for...

05.18.2023 | Photo by Lance Cpl. David Getz

President Joseph R. Biden walks towards Marine One at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 18, 2023. Biden is scheduled to attend the G7...

U.S. President Joseph R. Biden Arrives in Japan for...

05.18.2023 | Photo by Cpl. Raymond Tong

Air Force One lands at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 18, 2023. Biden is scheduled to attend the G7 Summit in Hiroshima alongside...

U.S. President Joseph R. Biden Arrives in Japan for...

05.18.2023 | Photo by Cpl. Isaac Orozco

President Joseph R. Biden arrives at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 18, 2023. Biden is scheduled to attend the G7 Summit in...

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Faces of Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni: Mark...

05.25.2023 | Video by Cpl. Raymond Tong

Mark DeSander, Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni station fuels director, introduces himself and his position at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, May 25, 2023....

U.S. President Joseph R. Biden Arrives in Japan for...

05.18.2023 | Video by Staff Sgt. Devin Andrews

President Joseph R. Biden arrives at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 18, 2023. Biden is scheduled to attend the G7 Summit in...

A learning experience: US service members and Japan...

04.14.2023 | Video by Cpl. Mitchell Austin

U.S. service members and Japan Self-Defense Force members display equipment for students during a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics...

Provost Marshal’s Office conducts active shooter...

03.22.2023 | Video by Cpl. Mitchell Austin

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Iwakuni’s Provost Marshal’s Office (PMO) and medical personnel assigned to Naval Family...

US Air Force, Japan Maritime Self Defense Force fly...

03.10.2023 | Video by Cpl. Mitchell Austin

U.S. Airmen assigned to 353rd Special Operations Wing (SOW), U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command, and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force...

US Air Force, Japan Maritime Self Defense Force...

03.03.2023 | Video by Cpl. Mitchell Austin

U.S. Airmen assigned to 353rd Special Operations Wing (SOW), U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command, and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force...

US Air Force, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force...

03.02.2023 | Video by Cpl. Mitchell Austin

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03.01.2023 | Video by Cpl. Lance Kell

U.S. Airmen assigned to 353rd Special Operations Wing (SOW), U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command, and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force...

Faces of Iwakuni, Gunnery Sgt. Dennis Kearn

06.08.2023 | Story by Lance Cpl. Micah Taylor

Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan – Being a resident of New Orleans, Louisiana, Dennis Kearn has always had a dedication to creating...

Sweet treats and Momiji Leaves; Residents of MCAS...

05.26.2023 | Story by Cpl. Calah Thompson

HATSUKAICHI, Japan (May 24th, 2023) -- The sweet smell of fresh baked goods dances through the air, and warm natural light pours in from the sky...

It’s all about passion; Marine Corps Air Station...

04.28.2023 | Story by Cpl. Calah Thompson

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan- "Things that some people would consider going above and beyond, are just part of the fun for me!" For...

Tick, tock, boom: Explosive Ordnance Disposal...

03.26.2023 | Story by Cpl. Raymond Tong

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, JAPAN – U.S. Marines stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan conducted an explosive ordnance...

The power of resilience: A US Marine's story of...

03.09.2023 | Story by Cpl. Raymond Tong

"It was hard being a young female Marine,” said Ret. U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Christina Grantham, recalling her time in service in the late...

The only way is forward: US Marine overcomes...

02.17.2023 | Story by Lance Cpl. David Getz

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan – “Your story is not about the beginning, your story is about the whole picture, people will keep...

Canine’s Best Friend: U.S. Army Soldier embraces...

01.06.2023 | Story by Cpl. Isaac Orozco

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan – On MCAS Iwakuni, Animal Care Specialists such U.S. Army Sgt. Monica Laverdure has been keeping animals...

Adaptability is key: U.S. Navy engineer reflects on...

12.23.2022 | Story by Cpl. Isaac Orozco

“Life’s all about finding a meaning in the job you do, the work you do, the hobbies you do. If you’re not trying to find a meaning then I...

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Lance Cpl. Joseph Alvarez

08.28.2014 | Courtesy Audio

Lance Cpl. Joseph Alvarez from Redlands, Calif. talks to a Redlands Daily Facts reporter about getting a promotion, his military history and why...

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12.10.2013 | Courtesy Audio

The island-wide beautification task force enlists the help of the U.S. Marine Corps. In the studio are Navy chaplain Lts. Travis Coffey and Dave...

MAG-12 CO interviews with Ray Gibson K57 AM

12.05.2013 | Courtesy Audio

Col. Hunter Hobson interviews with "The Breakfast Show" host Ray Gibson during Exercise Forager Fury II. Hobson is the commanding officer of...

Radio Interview with Lt. Col. Topel

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Lt. Col. Keith Topel speaks with Travis Coffman about the Exercise Forager Fury II. Topel is the Marine Aircraft Group 12 Operations Officer with...

Spook House

10.24.2012 | Courtesy Audio

Volunteers from Air Station Iwakuni help decorate MC Perry Elementary School's gym and walkways with all manors of Halloween spirit.

Iwakuni Clean Up

10.19.2012 | Courtesy Audio

Service Members from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni’s Single Marine Program occasionally go out unaccompanied into the Iwakuni community just...

Iwakuni Homecoming

09.27.2012 | Courtesy Audio

The MC Perry Football Team is bringing the community together on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan. Soundbites from Frank Macias, Carina...

Food Inspectors Keep Residents Safe

04.05.2011 | Courtesy Audio

Recent events in northern Japan have raised concerns about food safety aboard the air station. Cpl. Bradley Hanson talked with the station food...

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Kintai - 03.01.2023

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Kintai: A bridge between two cultures. Volume 48. Published Spring 2023. Contributors: Yukie Wada, Maj Gerard Farao, 1st Lt Aaron Ellis, GySgt...

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Kintai: A bridge between two cultures. Volume 47. Published Winter 2022. Contributors: Yukie Wada, Maj Gerard Farao, 1st Lt Aaron Ellis, GySgt...

Kintai - 08.29.2022

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Kintai: A bridge between two cultures. Volume 46. Published Fall 2022. Contributors: Yukie Wada, Maj Gerard Farao, 1st Lt Aaron Ellis, GySgt...

Kintai - 06.01.2022

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Kintai: A bridge between two cultures. Volume 45 Published Summer 2022. Contributors: Yukie Wada, Maj. Joshua S. Diddams, 1stLt. Aaron Ellis,...

Kintai - 03.01.2022

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Kintai: A bridge between two cultures. Volume 44. Published Spring 2022. Contributors: Yukie Wada, Maj. Joshua S. Diddams, 2ndLt Aaron Ellis,...

Kintai - 12.01.2021

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Kintai: A bridge between two cultures. Volume 43 Published Winter 2021. Contributors: Yukie Wada, Maj Joshua S. Diddams, 2nd Lt Aaron Ellis,...

Kintai - 09.01.2021

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Kintai: A bridge between two cultures. Volume 42. Published Fall 2021. Contributors: Yukie Wada, Maj Joshua S. Diddams, 2nd Lt Aaron Ellis,...

Kintai - 06.01.2021

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Kintai: A bridge between two cultures. Volume 41. Published Summer 2021. Contributors: Yukie Wada, Maj Joshua S. Diddams, 1st Lt Phillip J...

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