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in the future - u will be able to do some more stuff here,,,!! like pat catgirl- i mean um yeah... for now u can only see others's posts :c
In alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5400.17 and recent Executive Orders issued by the President, the United States Marine Corps is reviewing and adjusting its social media content to ensure compliance with DoD policies and priorities.
As a result, certain posts have been removed or modified to maintain consistency with federal guidance and uphold the integrity of our official communication channels.
The Marine Corps remains committed to transparency, professionalism, and adherence to DoD directives while continuing to engage with our community in a manner that reflects our core values of honor, courage, and commitment.
For any questions regarding social media policies, please refer to official DoD guidance at: www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodi
Semper Fidelis.
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As part of her Joining Forces initiative, First Lady Jill Biden hosts a U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots event at the White House with local Marine Corps families.
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In this exclusive interview, Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson, Commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, shares insights on leading over 32,000 Marines and the unique path that led him to join the Marine Corps. Initially inspired by the original "Top Gun" movie, Anderson switched from the Navy to the Marines, earning his commission in 1993. His message to all Marines? Stay active duty—or explore the purpose and camaraderie of the Marine Forces Reserve.
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#MarineCorps #MarineForcesReserve #LtGenAnderson #USMarines #MilitaryService #MarineLeadership
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Job Opening: Human Resources Specialist (Military)
Location: Marine Forces Reserve, New Orleans, La.
Opening & Closing Dates: 10/04/2024 to 10/11/2024
Salary: $86,962 - $113,047 annually
Travel: Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
· You will analyze and advise management on the evaluation and effectiveness of all matters relating to the activation of SMCR Units and Detachments.
· You will review completed travel authorizations, ensuring correctness and that all claimed expenses are legitimate and legal.
· You will review, edit, and provide recommendations on all/any directives, orders, policies and messages with any impact or information concerning activation and personnel administration requirements.
· You will manage the development and implementation of Marine Corps policies and procedures for Military Human Resource management associated with activation, deployment, re-deployment and deactivation of SMCR personnel.
For a detailed overview of the role and to apply, please visit:
www.usajobs.gov/job/812811000
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📢 Today at 10 a.m. Eastern: Lt. Gen. Leonard Anderson IV will speak before the House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee, advocating for the FY2025 budget for Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South. Tune in to hear our support for our forces' future. #MilitaryFunding
👉 appropriations.house.gov/events/hearings/budget-he…
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On this day in 1976, Rick Monday, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve veteran and MLB player, heroically rescued the American flag.
At Dodger Stadium, the Chicago Cubs' center fielder swiftly grabbed the flag from two protesters who intended to set it ablaze. Monday attributed his quick response to his upbringing and the values instilled in him during his six years of service in the Marine Corps Reserve.
He later remarked, "I'm glad I managed to save it, because I didn't want any of my former Marine drill instructors to confront me, asking 'Hey Marine! Why did you just stand there while they set the American flag on fire?'"
https://youtu.be/hbr1hNp-nI4?si=f1zKl...
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Our Marines with 4th Marine Division recently took time to celebrate the 99th birthday of Marine Corps veteran Cpl. Lou Ruth “Mama Lou” Keller, in Gilroy, California. Joined by veterans service organizations including members of the Wine Country Marines and the Women Marine Association CA-3, Keller shared her story of joining the Marine Corps during World War II in honor of her father, who fought in World War I, and expressed her desire for everyone to return next year for her 100th birthday.
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Today we honor National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Let's take a moment to recognize the bravery and sacrifices of the men and women who served during the Vietnam War, as well as their families. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
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*New Orleans based Marine Corps Command receives new Commander – incumbent retires after 35 years*
Story by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher
NEW ORLEANS – Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South held a change of command ceremony March 21, 2024, here.
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. David Bellon relinquished command to Lt. Gen. Leonard Anderson IV during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans. Later that day, Bellon retired from the Marine Corps after 35 years of faithful service at a separate ceremony at the National World War II Museum.
Bellon, a native of Fort Polk, Louisiana, took command of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces North in 2019. The latter command relocated to Norfolk, Virginia, in 2020. Bellon assumed command of Marine Forces South in 2022 when it relocated from Doral, Florida to here.
Prior to assuming his new command, Anderson served as commanding general of 4th Marine Aircraft Wing in New Orleans.
Gen. Eric Smith, 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, presided over the change of command. Smith explained to the crowd looking upon the formation of Marines that as Bellon was relieved of duty, Anderson had big shoes to fill.
“This is two full-time jobs that you’ve handled masterfully,” Smith said to Bellon. “We’ve asked a lot of our (Reserve Marines), and we were lucky to have you in the seat. You’ve held the line. Well done my friend, you are irreplaceable.”
Smith, who served with Bellon at the Battle of Fallujah, praised him for his outstanding work commanding two force-level commands. He then went on to express his confidence in Anderson’s ability to follow in Bellon’s footsteps.
“But if we are trying to replace Dave Bellon, we couldn’t pick anyone better than Loni Anderson. Loni, you’ve got the gusto to make things happen. We can’t wait to see what you do with the place,” Smith said.
Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, abbreviated as MARFORRES and MARFORSOUTH, hosts a unique command structure with a single commander serving as the leader of both organizations. MARFORRES is comprised of four major subordinate commands: 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, 4th Marine Division, 4th Marine Logistics Group and Force Headquarters Group; and one major support element: Marine Innovation Unit. It was activated June 6, 1992, following lessons learned about Reserve activations during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
MARFORSOUTH is the Service component of U.S. Southern Command, responsible for all U.S. Marine activity in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. MARFORSOUTH provides contingency planning, operations, and security cooperation plans to deter aggression, defeat threats, rapidly respond to crises, and build regional capacity, working with our allies, partner nations, and U.S. government team members to enhance security and help defend the U.S. homeland and our national interests.
During the ceremony, Bellon explained the formation of Marines standing behind him represented more than 90,000 Marines who are a part of MARFORRES and MARFORSOUTH. He wished Anderson luck with taking charge of this mass amount of responsibility and expressed his gratitude to take on such a challenge.
“There is an ongoing contingency that Anderson is now responsible for. This institution does not miss a beat, and what an amazing opportunity to be a part of it,” said Bellon.
Following the change of command, Bellon escorted guests to his retirement ceremony at the National World War II Museum. Bellon was retired by his longtime friend and colleague, retired Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Austin Renforth, who served with Bellon early in their careers.
There are givers and takers in this world,” Renforth said. “Dave is a giver; he defines selfless service.”
Bellon was presented with a Distinguished Service Medal, a letter from the Commandant of the Marine Corps and a folded American flag flown at the Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington Virginia, March 12, 2024. It is customary to present a retiring Marine with the National Colors as a token of appreciation from a grateful nation for dedicated and faithful service.
Bellon spoke about his loving family and how they supported him throughout his career. He thanked all the friends he had made, and the Marines lost along the way.
He ended the ceremony by saying, “This is the gift of service. When you join an institution where the standards are excellence and selflessness, you subordinate yourself to be successful as a team. If you live in that life long enough, you just become a better person. How blessed am I?”
Interested in more information about MARFORRES and MARFORSOUTH? Please visit www.marforres.marines.mil or www.marforsouth.marine.mil or on social media at:
Facebook: /marforres
Twitter/X: /marforres
YouTube: /marineforcesreserve
Instagram: /usmcreserve
Threads: www.threads.net/@usmcreserve
LinkedIn: /marforres
Linktree: linktr.ee/usmcreserve
Website: www.marforres.marines.mil/
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CURRENT CRISIS RESPONSE OPERATION
U.S. Marine Corps Forces South is currently seeking eighteen volunteers who meet the requirements (rank can be one up, one down) to take a minimum of 181 day active-duty orders to MARFORSOUTH located in New Orleans in support of current crisis response operations.
Report date is ASAP.
If qualified and interested, please complete the application form, found here: www.marforsouth.marines.mil/About/Opportunities/
#MARFORSOUTHVolunteers #USMarineCorpsSouth #ActiveDutyOpportunity #NewOrleansMilitarySupport #CrisisResponseTeam #MarineCorpsVolunteerCall #MilitaryServiceOpportunity #USMCSouthDeployment #MarineForcesSouthMission #SupportOurTroopsNOLA
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Welcome to the official YouTube channel of Marine Forces Reserve. This channel provides an inside look at the training, operations, and community engagement efforts of Reserve Marines. Viewers can explore a variety of content, including field exercises, operational updates, and initiatives such as Toys for Tots. Learn how the Marine Corps Reserve leverages modern technology and innovative solutions to meet today’s challenges. Subscribe to stay informed about how our Marines, Sailors, and their families contribute to national security and community resilience. Semper Fi!
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