Leighton Willhite visited Virginia to see the tank he drove at Iwo Jima, 80 years ago. The post World War II Marine veteran reunites with tank he drove on Iwo Jima appeared first on Task & Purpose.| Task & Purpose
On average, new F-35s were delivered 238 days late in 2024. A government watchdog found that the F-35 builder continues to collect “hundreds of millions” in fees despite sagging delivery times. The post Every single F-35 delivered to the US military last year was late appeared first on Task & Purpose.| Task & Purpose
One of the original Marine Raiders, Frank S. Wright and was bayoneted in the stomach and shot in the chest during combat across the Pacific in World War II, including at Iwo Jima. The post Legendary Marine Raider finally promoted to sergeant at 100 appeared first on Task & Purpose.| Task & Purpose
The U.S. Navy is testing hydrogen-powered drones and balloons to enhance over-the-horizon surveillance, reduce logistics, and extend range.| The Debrief
It was the dangdest thing.| Chron
The Marine Corps is asking for enlisted troops to volunteer to leave the service early between now and Sept. 30.| Task & Purpose
The Air Force has curtailed using the pistol following the death of an airman, but the other services continue to use the M18 and M17.| Task & Purpose
Officials from the three services said they have no plans to modify or pause use of the Sig Sauer pistol after the death of an airman.| Task & Purpose
By Brian Kerg Captains Brendan Costello and Tyler Muniz of the United States Marine Corps join Brian to discuss their article “The Marine Littoral Regiment’s Missing Link” published in the Marine Corps Gazette. Download Sea Control 518 Notes Brendan Costello and Tyler Muniz, “The Marine Littoral Regiment’s Missing Link,” Marine Corps Gazette (15 August, 2024) … Continue reading Sea Control 581: The MLR’s Missing Link→| Center for International Maritime Security
The officer interviewed more than 150 soldiers as part of his research, which was presented at an annual Marine Corps exhibition in April.| Task & Purpose
Marines typically change duty stations every three years, but they should be able to stay where they are for longer, said Gen. Eric M. Smith.| Task & Purpose
Sgt. Maj. Troy Black’s departure follows a meeting with Air Force Gen. Dan “Razin” Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.| Task & Purpose
Dakota Meyer insisted that he not receive any special treatment, and that he would have to earn a promotion to staff sergeant.| Task & Purpose
US Northern Command has identified the units to which the first 1,000 soldiers and 500 Marines deploying to the southern border are assigned.| Task & Purpose
Lt. Col. Stuart Scheller and Lt. Col. Matthew Lohmeier were both relieved of command for publicly criticizing their superiors.| Task & Purpose
When Chris Carberg’s father, a Camp Lejeune Marine, was diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2012, it ignited a quest for answers. It was then that Chris first learned about the water contamination at Camp Lejeune. Despite a valiant fight, Chris’s dad, John, lost his battle with the aggressive cancer in 2018, leaving his son determined… The post A Personal Mission: The Story Behind the Camp Lejeune Claims Center appeared first on Camp Lejeune Claims Center.| Camp Lejeune Claims Center
The Camp Lejeune water contamination resulted from leaking fuel tanks and an off-base dry cleaning company that released toxic chemicals, including trichloroethylene (TCE) and benzene, into the groundwater. The military used the water to supply drinking water to the base and nearby civilian communities from 1953 until 1987. The water contamination at Camp Lejeune caused… The post 3 Reasons Why Camp Lejeune Justice Is Good for ALL Veterans appeared first on Camp Lejeune Claims Center.| Camp Lejeune Claims Center
My dad, U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) John Carberg, was diagnosed with aggressive bladder cancer in 2012. Over the next six years, my dad would face countless treatments, surgeries, infections, and hospitalizations related to his bladder. No matter what we did to try and help him, the cancer was always one step ahead of us. At… The post Why We Exist: Honoring My Father and Pursuing Justice for Camp Lejeune Veterans appeared first on Camp Lejeune Claims Center.| Camp Lejeune Claims Center
Learn about the new Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 which allow victims to seek financial compensation for their injuries and illnesses.| Camp Lejeune Claims Center