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Marines now have a new senior enlisted leader

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Troy Black was succeeded by Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz during a ceremony at Marine Cops Barracks Washington Thursday.

By Irene Loewenson

7 weeks ago

New in 2023: A woman-led Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon

Capt. Kelsey M. Hastings assumed command of the Silent Drill Platoon in November.

By Irene Loewenson

9 months ago

Marine Corps’ top dog promoted to private 1st class

Unlike Chesty XV, Chesty XVI hasn’t attacked any scabbards or tried to jump on guests at parades.

By Irene Loewenson

10 months ago

Top enlisted Marine gets an official home at historic DC barracks

The dedicated residence for the Marine senior enlisted adviser on the same compound as its top officer is a first among the military branches.

14 months ago

Frontline Photos: Sept. 5, 2021

U.S. troops help Afghans, Haitians and Louisianans, and more in this week's Frontline Photos.

2 years ago

Creating a DC National Guard quick-reaction force is a bad idea

We need to keep our nation’s seat of government safe, but creating a quick-reaction force is not the right solution, says the author of this commentary.

By Retired Maj. Gen. Arnold L. Punaro

2 years ago