Weapons experts demonstrate how M2-Flamethrowers were once used to destroy Japanese bunkers June 7, 2014, during World War II Weekend in Reading, Pa. Flamethrowers like these were once used throughout the Pacific Theater of the war to destroy Japanese bunkers and were banned from U.S. military use in 1978. The weekend transported visitors back in time as they were surrounded by thousands of re-enactors in period-style uniforms representing various nations. The weekend also featured period entertainment, weapons demonstrations, mock battles and an air show. (Photo by Cpl. David Bessey) - Weapons experts demonstrate how M2-Flamethrowers were once used to destroy Japanese bunkers June 7, 2014, during World War II Weekend in Reading, Pa. Flamethrowers like these were once used throughout the Pacific Theater of the war to destroy Japanese bunkers and were banned from U.S. military use in 1978. The weekend transported visitors back in time as they were surrounded by thousands of re-enactors in period-style uniforms representing various nations. The weekend also featured period entertainment, weapons demonstrations, mock battles and an air show. (Photo by Cpl. David Bessey)
Col McClintick Command Board Photo - Col McClintick Command Board Photo
The old Marine exchange building is scheduled for demolition in May 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The building was built in 1969 and was shut down after the completion of the current Marine Corps Exchange in 2008. In recent years, the building was used as temporary office space. Parris Island’s intent is to eventually transform the site, through a separately funded project, into a park that can be used by visitors and families who travel to here for graduations. (Photo by Cpl. David Bessey) - The old Marine exchange building is scheduled for demolition in May 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. The building was built in 1969 and was shut down after the completion of the current Marine Corps Exchange in 2008. In recent years, the building was used as temporary office space. Parris Island’s intent is to eventually transform the site, through a separately funded project, into a park that can be used by visitors and families who travel to here for graduations. (Photo by Cpl. David Bessey)
After 48 years, Sgt. James A. Reeves was surprised when his buddies from boot camp arranged for him to be formally presented with the Silver Star during the morning colors ceremony April 25, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C. - After 48 years, Sgt. James A. Reeves was surprised when his buddies from boot camp arranged for him to be formally presented with the Silver Star during the morning colors ceremony April 25, 2014, on Parris Island, S.C.
Midge Scott, the SARC for Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., and the Eastern Recruiting Region, was named the Corps’ 2014 exceptional coordinator on March 4, 2014. Scott, a 39-year-old native of Vidalia, Ga., showed superior devotion and compassion to the victims of a crime plaguing American society and the military. During her time here, Scott has created training for both recruits and Marines to educate them on sexual assault and how to help reduce it. Parris Island’s commanding general, Brig. Gen. Lori Reynolds, nominated Scott for the award, writing, “Her passion, winning personality and exceptional managerial skills have won the year for sexual assault prevention and response.” (Photo by Cpl. MaryAnn Hill) - Midge Scott, the SARC for Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., and the Eastern Recruiting Region, was named the Corps’ 2014 exceptional coordinator on March 4, 2014. Scott, a 39-year-old native of Vidalia, Ga., showed superior devotion and compassion to the victims of a crime plaguing American society and the military. During her time here, Scott has created training for both recruits and Marines to educate them on sexual assault and how to help reduce it. Parris Island’s commanding general, Brig. Gen. Lori Reynolds, nominated Scott for the award, writing, “Her passion, winning personality and exceptional managerial skills have won the year for sexual assault prevention and response.” (Photo by Cpl. MaryAnn Hill)
After being relieved of his post, Sgt. Maj. Gary Buck receives a Legion of Merit Feb. 21, 2014, following his relief and appointment ceremony for the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and Eastern Recruiting Region sergeant major on Parris Island, S.C. Buck retired after 29 years of service to the Corps, and was replaced by Sgt. Maj. Paul Archie. - After being relieved of his post, Sgt. Maj. Gary Buck receives a Legion of Merit Feb. 21, 2014, following his relief and appointment ceremony for the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and Eastern Recruiting Region sergeant major on Parris Island, S.C. Buck retired after 29 years of service to the Corps, and was replaced by Sgt. Maj. Paul Archie.
Medal of Honor recipient John James McGinty III. - Medal of Honor recipient John James McGinty III.