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Marines

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24th MEU (SOC) celebrates Navy Birthday in Kosovo: Photo Essay

On a rainy October afternoon, Marines and Sailors from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) gathered together to celebrate the Navy's 227th Birthday.During the ceremony, Commanding Officer, Col. Richard Mills, told the Marines some significant points in the Navy's history followed by the reading of the Navy Birthday

MSSG-24 proves success of ATLASS II+ in Kosovo

One of the greatest features of a forward deployed unit is its self-reliance. During Operation Dynamic Response 2002, the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) has proven it possesses this quality through the effectiveness of its MEU Service Support Group. Throughout the mission in Kosovo, MSSG-24 has been the glue of the

Civil Affairs Projects maximize public support in Kosovo

In a place where many local residents are poor, unemployed or without the means to receive proper medical or dental care, Marines and Sailors from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) stepped in to provide them with services they don't normally receive. The MEU accomplished this through four Civil Affairs projects. These

Btry. F Marines patrol Dragas, Kosovo: Photo Essay

In support of Operation Dynamic Response 2002, Marines from Battery F, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Bn., 2nd Marines, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) recently went on a patrol through the area of Dragas.The Marines on patrol were looking for illegal border-crossers and individuals involved in other illegal activities.

Echo fast-ropes in Kosovo: Photo Essay

Marines from 2nd platoon, Echo Company, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Bn, 2nd Marines, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) recently participated in fast-rope training with a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter. Marines rotated squads as the helicopter hovered above the camp.During the training, the Marines strengthened their skills,

Marines, Germans connect through sports: Photo Essay

Marines from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) and Soldiers from the German Army recently got together for an afternoon of friendly competition in soccer and basketball.The Marines ended up on top in both sports winning the soccer match 3-0 and the basketball game 88-51, but a good time was had by all and the afternoon

53s refuel in skies over Southern Kosovo: Photo Essay

Two CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 263 (rein), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) recently conducted some aerial refueling training over the skies of Southern Kosovo while participating in Operation Dynamic Response 2002.

Force Recon blasts range in Kosovo: Photo Essay

Marines from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) Force Reconnaissance Platoon recently conducted a live-fire shoot on a range in Prizren, Kosovo.During the shoot, the Marines fired M-4 rifle and .45 pistol on a combat skills shooting course. They also conducted some M-4 sustainment training.

BLT Marines overcome mountainous terrain

When the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) entered the Multi National Brigade South Area of Operations in Kosovo, there was an undeniable obstacle before them - miles and miles of mountainous terrain. While participating in Operation Dynamic Response 2002, the Marines of Company E, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Bn., 2nd

ACE Marines show versatility in Kosovo

As the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) continues its mission in Kosovo, it is clear that the function of the Aviation Combat Element plays a vital role in ensuring its success. Tasked with numerous responsibilities, the ACE demonstrates enormous versatility in the daily operations of a forward-deployed Marine Air-Ground