CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C.
For an evolving Marine Corps, a step forward means having fewer Marines and Sailors in the ranks, but a more effective strength to carry out the mission.
The Corps faced several cuts last year, and the trend continues into 2021 as 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, ends its most recent, 70-year, activation period with a deactivation ceremony on January 28.
“It’s just a natural transition that we go through as we contract or expand the Marine Corps in certain locations and places, either by skillset or by geographical location, that fits with force design,” said Maj. Gen. Frank Donovan, commanding general, 2nd MARDIV.
Decades later, World War II veteran finally honored
Daniel Crowley has inspired Norfolk Sailors
and last updated 2021-01-11 17:58:08-05
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. - Decades after he served America in the Pacific during World War II, Daniel Crowley has been recognized with the awards and honors he never received.
Crowley was awarded an honorary Combat Infantry Badge for his actions in the Philippines fighting the Japanese, as well as the Prisoner of War Medal, during a ceremony at the Bradley International Airport s Air National Guard hanger in Connecticut last week.
He was also promoted to the rank of sergeant, something he had earned but never been formally advanced during his service in the U.S. Army Air Corps and in the 4th Marines Regimental Reserve.
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