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James Mattis, the U.S. Secretary of Defense, speaks on the spirit of the U.S. Marine Corps in a tribute to the history of the 1st Marine Division (1st MARDIV). The video depicts historical footage of 1st MARDIV , the most decorated division in the U.S. Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Frank Cordoba)

Secretary of Defense James Mattis, United States Marine Corps (retired), participated as the Parade Reviewing Officer during the graduation of Alpha Company aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, November 17, 2017. During the graduation, Mattis awarded the bronze star to Gunnery Sgt. Kendall Haff , United States Marine Corps (retired), for his actions during operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Cody R. Woods)

Happy 242nd Birthday, Marines! Speeches include: Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Secretary of Defense James Mattis. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Robert Sweet)

The US Navy Commissions its newest ship, the USS Rafael Peralta, named after a Fallujah war hero, and the Marine Corps empowers leaders to get rid of unnecessary annual training. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Lance Cpl. Tara Bray)

U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Barracks Washington perform an evening parade at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., June 30, 2017. Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis attended as the Guest of Honor and Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Robert B. Neller hosted the parade. (U.S. Marine Motion Media by Cpl. Christopher Varnell)

The Reserve Report is a bimonthly newscast featuring news from across Marine Forces Reserve. This episode features MARADMIN 021/17, Lt. Gen. Rex C. McMillian celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Marine Corps Reserve in Denver and Secretary of Defense James Mattis visits South Korea. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Dallas Johnson/Released)

Welcome to The Corps Report, the Corps' premiere web update. In this week's episode, the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit prepares for deployment with the USS America (CVA/CV-66), Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis swears in, and severe weather conditions affect bases across the United States.

General James Mattis (Ret.) served in the United States Marine Corps from 1969 to 2013. During this time he was the 11th Commander of United States Central Command. We sat down with him and asked him your questions. 0:08 - What is the toughest decision you had to make while in the Marine Corps and did you ever regret your decision? 2:25 — How did you stay motivated throughout your Marine Corps career? 3:27 — How do you keep improving as a leader to meet the demand of each role in your career? 5:53 — There was a cold night in Afghanistan when you were walking the perimeter by yourself, greeting a bunch of young Marines. What were you thinking about? 7:16 — What is the one leadership lesson that you learned as a General grade officer that you wish you had known your whole career? 10:18 — What leadership books do you recommend? 11:55 — What did you look for in your NCO's and how should the relationship between an NCO and an officer compliment each other? 13:58 — What in your opinion is the most important leadership trait and why? 15:33 — What is the kill-casualty radius of the knife-hand? (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Tony Nardiello)