Marines hit three feet of rough water as they leave their LST to take the beach at Cape Gloucester, New Britian on Dec. 26, 1943.
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Writings and musings on the eccentric beauty of sacrifice. Come journey and write with us. We are resolved to capture something positive in a troubled world and laugh when we can along the way. This, then, is dedicated in Loving Memory to LCpl. Aaron C. Austin, USMC KIA Fallujah, Iraq on April 26, 2004. Rock On...
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You're right about that Steve. We'll improvise, adapt, and overcome if we have to. Many have set the example before us, many are doing it as we speak, and many more future examples in generations to come. Semper Fi.
I was in the Air Force, but I know that of all the branches, it is the Marines whose history is tied so strongly to loyalty to brothers-in-arms and a fierce determination to get the job done. The Marines are the embodiment of the American warrior.
I didn't know that until just now. Appreciate your service to this country Steve. Semper Fi.
Greg and I, Army once. Marine now.
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