MCB HAWAII, KANEOHE BAY, Hawaii -- More than 110 prominent business and community leaders watched Hawaii Marines execute an attack at MCB Hawaii's Range Training Facility Oct. 24.
The special guests were part of the Defense Orientation Conference Association, and were in town to see what the Corps' capabilities are, and to watch Marines in action.
While the group is completely independent of the Department of Defense, DOCA's purpose is provide a means for the country's opinion leaders to learn about DoD in a non-partisan, non-political and non-profit environment, and to share their experiences with others.
Formerly part of the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference, where they had high-level briefings explaining the important aspects of DoD, most of the DOCA members have a solid understanding of the nation's defense infrastructure.
The guests requested a briefing about Marine Forces Pacific and MCB Hawaii, and they were treated to that, and more.
Marines from Kilo Co., 1st Bn., 3rd Marine Regiment, along with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363 and Combat Service Support Group 3, demonstrated the capabilities of a properly supported Marine rifle company while at the Range Training Facility.
Once the guests saw first-hand what the Marines can do, they received a command brief and enjoyed refreshments with Brig. Gen. Jerry C. McAbee, commanding general of MCB Hawaii, and other officers, at the newly-renovated Officers Club.
Founded in 1952, DOCA has no direct or indirect affiliation with business, political or religious organizations, and members are invited to participate in the association either after participating in JCOC, AR after a nomination by a current DOCA member.
While in Hawaii, DOCA members visited the Pacific Command, all of the component commands, and the Coast Guard.
Members also visited historical military attractions including the USS Arizona Memorial.