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Sgt. Mark Berger, a cyber network operator with Headquarters Company, 3rd Marine Regiment, and a Sulligent, Ala., native, fireman carries a simulated casualty during Sergeants Course aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii Aug 19, 2015. The squad Berger was in was ambushed resulting in a Marine becaming a simulated casualty in the scenario. Sergeants Course is a vital part of professional military education for any Marine and helps to maintain the standards amongst the NCOs of the Marine Corps. The course supports MCB Hawaii’s mission, which is to provide facilities, programs and services in direct support of units, individuals and families to enhance and sustain combat readiness for all operating forces and tenant organizations aboard the installation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Khalil Ross/Released) - Sgt. Mark Berger, a cyber network operator with Headquarters Company, 3rd Marine Regiment, and a Sulligent, Ala., native, fireman carries a simulated casualty during Sergeants Course aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii Aug 19, 2015. The squad Berger was in was ambushed resulting in a Marine becaming a simulated casualty in the scenario. Sergeants Course is a vital part of professional military education for any Marine and helps to maintain the standards amongst the NCOs of the Marine Corps. The course supports MCB Hawaii’s mission, which is to provide facilities, programs and services in direct support of units, individuals and families to enhance and sustain combat readiness for all operating forces and tenant organizations aboard the installation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Khalil Ross/Released)

Building the backbone of the Corps

A wounded man lies in a vast open field while a cool breeze plays over the grass and flowers. One Marine enters the field, followed by a second, then a third. The Marines walk heel to toe creating the illusion of gliding. Even with rifles and gear they hardly make a sound. As the Marines enter the field their heads swivel to and fro, always watching, scanning the area. Gunshots ring through the air and the Marines drop to their knees, each of them focused on where the sound is coming from. “Bang, Bang!” they yell, advancing on the targets while some provide cover to the wounded man.

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U.S. Marines evacuate a simulated casualty while on an urban patrol exercise during a joint Corporals course, class 1-23, hosted by Headquarters Battalion, Training and Education Command, and Security Battalion on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Feb. 10, 2023. The Small Unit Leadership Evaluation event’s purpose is to test the students on material covered during the course, using practical application to develop critical thinking skills. - U.S. Marines evacuate a simulated casualty while on an urban patrol exercise during a joint Corporals course, class 1-23, hosted by Headquarters Battalion, Training and Education Command, and Security Battalion on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Feb. 10, 2023. The Small Unit Leadership Evaluation event’s purpose is to test the students on material covered during the course, using practical application to develop critical thinking skills.

Interagency coordination enhances training evolution for noncommissioned officers throughout National Capital Region

Deafening roars of motivation echo from the entrance of Little Hall as 66 Marines stand at attention and shout the Marine Corps noncommissioned officer’s creed on Feb. 16, 2023. These Marines are the graduates of Corporals Course 1-23 and they represent 19 different units from Marine Corps Base Quantico and the National Capital Region...

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It’s on: Squadron challenges personnel to war game

In war, uncertainty is unavoidable. Teaching and developing Marines to be critical thinkers prepares them to make timely decisions with the information at hand. Traditional professional military education curriculum slide shows present ideas and concepts to the audience. However, adapting a more engaging and interactive teaching method can help the audience retain those developed skills. One such method already in action is war gaming...

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Lance Cpl. Keven A. Temple, left, and Garrett R. Jolley, heavy equipment mechanics with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, move fork lifts into the garage for repairs at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, March 27, 2019. Temple, a native of Jacksonville, Florida, graduated from River City Science Academy in June 2016 before enlisting in January 2017. Temple joined the Marine Corps to follow his family legacy. Since joining the Marines, he has learned traits of good leadership, including dedication, team work and responsibility. Jolley, a native of Glenwood Spring, Colorado, graduated from Coal Ridge High School in May 2015 before enlisting in August 2018. He joined to experience team work, dedication and culture. Since enlisting he has learned more about respect to others and understanding people from different backgrounds, units and culture. - Lance Cpl. Keven A. Temple, left, and Garrett R. Jolley, heavy equipment mechanics with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, move fork lifts into the garage for repairs at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, March 27, 2019. Temple, a native of Jacksonville, Florida, graduated from River City Science Academy in June 2016 before enlisting in January 2017. Temple joined the Marine Corps to follow his family legacy. Since joining the Marines, he has learned traits of good leadership, including dedication, team work and responsibility. Jolley, a native of Glenwood Spring, Colorado, graduated from Coal Ridge High School in May 2015 before enlisting in August 2018. He joined to experience team work, dedication and culture. Since enlisting he has learned more about respect to others and understanding people from different backgrounds, units and culture.

E-3s are the Bee’s Knees

If noncommissioned officers are the backbone of the Marine Corps, then lance corporals are the

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