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On 24 October 1942, the 1st Marine Division was occupying a defensive position around Henderson Field on Guadalcanal. The 1st Battalion 7th Marines, commanded by LtCol Lewis B “Chesty” Puller helped form this line.

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Marines and Sailors arrive in Hong Kong for port visit PDF Print E-mail
Thursday, 18 November 2010 11:30

Marines and Sailors arrive in Hong Kong for port visitHONG KONG, People’s Republic of China   — Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and Amphibious Squadron 11 arrived in Hong Kong for a port visit Nov. 16.

Nearly 2,500 Marines and Sailors, embarked aboard the USS Essex (LHD 2) and USS Denver (LPD 9) have an opportunity to explore the famous city with a variety of tours and hosted dinners with locals.

“The Marines are really looking forward to the visit and are planning to take full advantage of the cultural experience, said Col. Andrew MacMannis, 31st MEU commanding officer. "This is a beautiful city to enjoy a port visit."

The ship’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation division has provided a variety of tours, and opportunities to enjoy Hong Kong, for service members. The various trips include visits to Disneyland Hong Kong, Lantau Island Monastery and a trip showcasing the culture and history of the city.

 

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Philippine Marines learn boat skills from Baker PDF Print E-mail
Monday, 11 October 2010 22:00
Philippine Marines learn boat skills from BakerTERNATE, Republic of the Philippines (Oct. 12, 2010)  — Republic of the Philippines Marines received a class from U.S. Marines with Company B, Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, on procedures for operating a Combat Rubber Reconnaissance Craft during a boat raid.

According to the commanding officer of the Philippine Marine Corps’ boat company, the use of CRRCs is a fairly new for their Corps and they are still developing their own tactics and techniques.

Certified coxswains from Company B taught the class, which included the use of hand and arm signals to communicate as well as boat formations used during transit and beach assaults.

 

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