QUANTICO, Va — As the holiday season approaches, many Marines are looking for ways to spread joy and make a difference in the community. Fortunately, the Quantico Toys for Tots program provides a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to do just that.
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In a demonstration of U.S. Marine Corps’ evolving joint capabilities, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing showcased the compatibility of the Mobile User Objective System with CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd MAW, on Nov. 16, 2023. The event brought together U.S. Space Force Guardians with Space Systems Command, MUOS Program Office representatives, and Marines from across 3rd MAW and I Marine Expeditionary Force to witness the technology showcase.
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MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, Calif. – The Marines and Sailors of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, and Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 462, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, returned from deployments in support of the Unit Deployment Program and 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, to their home stations of Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton and MCAS Miramar, California, respectively, earlier this month.
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Since its 1775 establishment by the Continental Congress, the Marine Corps has been a force in transition. Initially serving as ship guards alongside the fledgling revolutionary Navy, Marines have left an indelible mark on our nation's history-- transforming into a versatile, expeditionary fighting force and distinguishing themselves in battles such as Iwo Jima, Guadalcanal, and Fallujah.
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