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January 4, 2011
Heather L
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A Legacy Walk through Marine Corps History

Posted in Military Life, and Reviews

A Legacy Walk through Marine Corps History The Timeline Exhibit of the National Museum of the Marine Corps We were fortunate to be part of the opening ceremonies for the Marine Corps Museum.  We were stationed near Quantico, Va, so we were able to watch as the museum was constructed.  On opening day, people were bused in because the crowds were so great.  Marines young and old, activity duty, reservists, and retirees showed up for this momentous occasion.  Finally, the Marine Corps had a place to where people could come together and remember the long, illustrious history of the Marine…

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February 27, 2010
Heather L
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Commandant’s Own & Silent Drill Platoon

Posted in Military Life, and Photography

Just a few pictures from Friday morning’s presentation.  I took so many pictures, but I had to narrow it down to just a few… We’ve enjoyed listening to the Commandant’s Own practice each day here on base.  It was great to be able to go watch both the Commandant’s Own and the Silent Drill Platoon.  We sat on blankets right by the parade deck.  The kids loved it.  The atmosphere is so different from the evening performance at 8th & I.