Molly Marines May 30, 2012
Posted in: Awards, Molly Marines, TrainingThe city of New Orleans dedicated the first United States monument of a woman in service uniform: “Molly Marine” November 10, 1943. A local recruiter commissioned the statue to help recruit women during World War II. For female Marines around the world, Molly has come to represent the countless significant contributions they have made to
The Best of the Season
Posted in: History, Military, Personal Stories, Training, USMC, WMABay State Chapter MA-1 held their annual Christmas party and meeting at the Adams Inn in North Quincy, MA on December 4, 2011 at 1200. Everyone brought in donations for Toys for Tots, our Veteran’s Hospitals, cards for Morgan and donations for the homeless. Our special guest was Lorna Dupouy, Area Director. WWII Marine Ruth
Molly Marines April 15, 2011
Posted in: Awards, Molly Marines, TrainingThe city of New Orleans dedicated the first United States monument of a woman in service uniform: “Molly Marine” November 10, 1943. A local recruiter commissioned the statue to help recruit women during World War II. For female Marines around the world, Molly has come to represent the countless significant contributions they have made to
Warrior: The Making of A Female Marine
Posted in: Boot Camp, Personal Stories, Physical Fitness, Training, USMCBy Amber J. Cabrera “Move your butt, Cabrera!” The drill instructor shouted. Startled, I realized the precarious position I was in. I grabbed a thick, knotted rope hanging from the obstacle course. I held it with both hands, wrapped the end around my left foot and with all of my weight, pressed with my right foot
From Molly Marine to OCS
Posted in: Boot Camp, Molly Marines, Personal Stories, Training, WMABy 1stLt Catherine Carty, USMC I was born and raised in North Canton, Ohio, which is about an hour south of Cleveland. I am one of seven kids. My dad’s generation was drafted in Vietnam. However, I am the only one from my generation (20 total) in the military. Like many, I decided to join the
My Molly Marine Award
Posted in: Awards, Boot Camp, Molly Marines, Personal Stories, TrainingNovember 1975, when I was a young and eager 18 year old, I was selected by vote of the platoon to receive the Molly Marine Award. This award was given to the recruit which best exemplifies the spirit of Molly Marine and was the best example of a United States Marine. At the time, I
Molly Marine 9 March 2011
Posted in: Awards, Molly Marines, Training, USMCPFC Abigail M. Krause, Platoon 4008, O Company, Stacy, MN “Just 13 weeks ago, I was a simple teenage girl curious about where the future would lead me. Now, as I stand here today, I find myself surrounded by a group of women whom I can call sisters. These sisters of mine; Platoon 4008 have
Molly Marines 5 January 2011
Posted in: Awards, Molly Marines, Training, WMAThe city of New Orleans dedicated the first United States monument of a woman in service uniform: “Molly Marine” November 10, 1943. A local recruiter commissioned the statue to help recruit women during World War II. For female Marines around the world, Molly has come to represent the countless significant contributions they have made to the Corps.
A Runners Spirit
Posted in: Awards, Personal Stories, Physical Fitness, Training, veterans, Womens IssuesBy Melissa Peek Burton When I got out of the Marine Corps in 1995, I swore I’d never run again. My knees would ache for days after a run. It just wasn’t worth it. My sedentary lifestyle caught up with me and I gained a lot of weight. I was miserable inside and out. I
Ah, Boot Camp!
Posted in: Boot Camp, History, Military, Personal Stories, TrainingWhether you’re a Marine who served in 1918, 1942, 1955, 1968, 1977, 1985, 1999, or 2010, boot camp is a memory no female Marine will ever forget! Think back to that first day when you were herded off the bus in the wee hours of the night. The yelling began almost immediately! You were a
Marine Excels in training
Posted in: Awards, Boot Camp, Family, Molly Marines, Training, ValuesOctober 5, 2010 By Donna Hales Phoenix Staff Writer The Muskogee Phoenix Tue Oct 05, 2010, 12:02 AM CDT Muskogee native Jessica Pearson is working as a Marine recruiter after receiving numerous awards while in basic training at Parris Island, S.C. Pearson, 19, is the daughter of Stephanie and Sheriff Charles Pearson. Jessica Pearson received
Female Marine in bootcamp
Posted in: Boot Camp, Martial Arts, Physical Fitness, TrainingFemale Marines in a Marine Corps Martial Arts position with rifle.