Category: Marine Corps

—

by

in Conflicts, Family, History, Marine Corps, Military, Personal Stories, USMC, Values, veterans, Women Marines Association, WWI

Lakota Woman Warrior By: Brenda White Bull “‘Lakota Woman Warrior,’ a title I hold to the highest standards. As I look in the mirror, I give myself permission to feel very proud. I not only see my own image, but I see glimpses of my ancestors’ blood running through my veins. I come from a…

Molly Marine 4014 and 4015 Oscar Co

—

by

in Awards, Boot Camp, Female Marine, Marine Corps, Military, Molly Marines, USMC

This award is presented to one recruit, chosen by her peers, in each graduating platoon that has demonstrated qualities of an exemplary Marine. This is the only award given by WMA in the name of Molly Marine. A certificate, photo of Molly Marine as well as Molly Marine commemorative coin are presented. In addition, an…

Molly Marine PFC V.D.Odell

—

by

in Awards, Boot Camp, Female Marine, Marine Corps, Military, Molly Marines, USMC, WMA, Women Marines Association

Molly Marine Platoon 4015 Private First Class Odell United States Marine is a title that is “earned, never given.” The journey to earn this honorable title all begins with the first steps on the yellow footprints. It is not a path that many people choose, but those who do, find themselves pushed past their limits…

Molly Marine PFC G.Anglade

—

by

in Awards, Boot Camp, Female Marine, Marine Corps, Military, Molly Marines, USMC, Values, Women Marines Association

Molly Marine Platoon 4014 O Private First Class Anglade Marine Corps Recruit Training is a place where few choose to go, and even fewer endure the challenge to earn the title of a United States Marine. Two main characteristics that are important in order to be successful in recruit training are teamwork and motivation. A…

Molly Marine J. Woodend

—

by

in Awards, Female Marine, Marine Corps, Military, Molly Marines, Personal Stories, Training, USMC, WMA

Molly Marine Platoon 4013 Private First Class Jade Woodend The Molly Marine is someone who puts others before themselves, always giving 100% and nothing less. Never giving up even when things feel impossible and keeping others motivated to excel to the best of their abilities. I was surprised when I was voted Molly Marine. Coming…

Molly Marine B.A. Guerrero

—

by

in Awards, Boot Camp, Family, Female Marine, History, Marine Corps, Military, Molly Marines, Training, USMC

Molly Marine Platoon 4012 Private First Class Becky A. Guerrero Molly Marine – the term is so simple. Just two proper nouns; a title most would never even think twice about. Gaze down the catwalks toward the barracks of November Company and the term changes entirely. Not because of what the recruits believe it to mean,…

Molly Marine K.J. Anteau

—

by

in Awards, Boot Camp, Female Marine, Marine Corps, Military, Molly Marines, Training, USMC, Values, WMA

Molly Marine Platoon 4011 Private First Class Kristina J. Anteau What should I do with my life? This was the question going through my mind while sitting in my psychology class at Saginaw Valley State University. I was visualizing my life after college, but seemed not able to. I thought about my lifelong dream of…

Molly Marine A.T. Kramer

—

by

in Awards, Boot Camp, Female Marine, Marine Corps, Military, Molly Marines, Training, USMC, Values, WMA, Women Marines Association

Molly Marine Platoon 4010 Private First Class Anne T. Kramer I have learned many lessons throughout recruit training but the most important is to never take anything for granted. Every day is a blessing and I try to live each day giving all that I can give. I am very honored to be named Molly…

Molly Marines 2015 4008 4009 N Co

—

by

in Awards, Female Marine, Marine Corps, Military, Molly Marines, Training, USMC, WMA

4008 & 4009 November Co This award is presented to one recruit, chosen by her peers, in each graduating platoon that has demonstrated qualities of an exemplary Marine. This is the only award given by WMA in the name of Molly Marine. A certificate, photo of Molly Marine as well as Molly Marine commemorative…

MollyMarine K.L.Pillitteri

May 2, 2015

—

by

in Awards, Boot Camp, Female Marine, Marine Corps, Military, Molly Marines, Personal Stories, Training, USMC, Values, WMA

Molly Marine Platoon 4009 Private First Class Kortney L. Pillitteri What is a Molly Marine and what qualities does she possess? A Molly Marine is someone who strives to display the Marine Corps values of honor, courage, and commitment at all times. A Molly Marine is not a perfect Marine but a humble one; she…

The Bridge Between

May 2, 2015

—

by