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Sailors with the 2nd Marine Logistics Group listen as Sgt. Maj. Herbert W. Wrench, the 2nd MLG sergeant major, conducts a period of military education at the 2nd MLG Chaplain Center aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., Nov. 30, 2011. During the PME, sailors with the various religious ministry teams across the unit learned the Marine Corps leadership traits and principles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Franklin E. Mercado) - Sailors with the 2nd Marine Logistics Group listen as Sgt. Maj. Herbert W. Wrench, the 2nd MLG sergeant major, conducts a period of military education at the 2nd MLG Chaplain Center aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., Nov. 30, 2011. During the PME, sailors with the various religious ministry teams across the unit learned the Marine Corps leadership traits and principles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Franklin E. Mercado)

Religious leadership merges with Corps’ values

No matter what your rank, you are a leader. It’s what Marines are taught from the moment they begin basic training.Senior leadership worked to embed the essential traits taught to their Marines from day one to the sailors with the religious ministry teams throughout the 2nd Marine Logistics Group during a period of military education at the 2nd MLG

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Little more than two months ago, the region through which Route 611 traced north through Helmand province was a dangerous one, at best, and saw little commercial activity. As seen through the windshield of a "7-ton" Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement truck, Nov. 22, near-ghost towns are teeming with life once again as a result of Operation Eastern Storm. The major offensive, led by the 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, aimed to drive the Taliban-led insurgency from the region, while also reestablishing a sense of order among the local populace. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Justin J. Shemanski) - Little more than two months ago, the region through which Route 611 traced north through Helmand province was a dangerous one, at best, and saw little commercial activity. As seen through the windshield of a "7-ton" Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement truck, Nov. 22, near-ghost towns are teeming with life once again as a result of Operation Eastern Storm. The major offensive, led by the 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, aimed to drive the Taliban-led insurgency from the region, while also reestablishing a sense of order among the local populace. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Justin J. Shemanski)

CLC-6 Marines support Task Force 1/6 during ‘Eastern Storm’

Little more than two months ago, the region through which Route 611 traced north through Helmand province was a dangerous one, at best. Known as the last Taliban stronghold in southern Afghanistan, the Upper Sangin Valley was gripped in terror and saw little activity in the way of local commerce and development along its main thoroughfare. The

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A construction vehicle belonging to Combat Logistics Battalion 1, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), stands parked aboard Forward Operating Base Geronimo, Afghanistan, in the early morning hours of Nov. 22. The Marines with CLB-1 are currently building Route Victoria in Helmand province. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Katherine M. Solano) - A construction vehicle belonging to Combat Logistics Battalion 1, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), stands parked aboard Forward Operating Base Geronimo, Afghanistan, in the early morning hours of Nov. 22. The Marines with CLB-1 are currently building Route Victoria in Helmand province. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Katherine M. Solano)

Open for Business: CLB-1 builds route, brings growth to Helmand

The Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 1, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), are currently in the midst of a first-time operation. They are constructing a route between the Nowa and Marjah districts in Helmand province. The multiple-week project along Route Victoria will bring a route to an area that has no other distinguished roads.

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Marines with the 2nd Marine Logistics Group unload their all terrain vehicles before the off-road quarterly ride at Busco Beach in Goldsboro, N.C., November 18, 2011. The intent of the training was to facilitate off-road training for Marines and sailors with the 2nd MLG. The training was given by more experienced riders who possessed the knowledge junior riders could benefit from. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by. Pfc. Franklin E. Mercado) - Marines with the 2nd Marine Logistics Group unload their all terrain vehicles before the off-road quarterly ride at Busco Beach in Goldsboro, N.C., November 18, 2011. The intent of the training was to facilitate off-road training for Marines and sailors with the 2nd MLG. The training was given by more experienced riders who possessed the knowledge junior riders could benefit from. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by. Pfc. Franklin E. Mercado)

Marines shred the hills on dirt bikes, ATVs

Steep hills, sharp turns and mounds of dirt served as the backdrop while the 2nd Marine Logistics Group promoted safety and proper riding techniques during the off-road quarterly ride at Busco Beach in Goldsboro, N.C., November 18.The intent of the exercise was to facilitate off-road training for Marines and sailors with the 2nd MLG. The training

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The entrance to the new postal facility aboard Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, is adorned with a sign dedicating it to Lance Cpl. Tavon L. Hubbard, who was killed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. More than 10,000 pounds of mail is sorted and delivered at the facility on a daily basis. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Katherine M. Solano) - The entrance to the new postal facility aboard Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, is adorned with a sign dedicating it to Lance Cpl. Tavon L. Hubbard, who was killed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. More than 10,000 pounds of mail is sorted and delivered at the facility on a daily basis. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Katherine M. Solano)

Operation North Pole ramps up for holiday mail rush

The Marines with the Postal Detachment, Headquarters and Service Company, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward) are accustomed to moving upward of 10,000 pounds of mail per day, but with the holiday season approaching, that amount will nearly double. With the increase of letters and packaging reaching 20,000 pounds or more per day, the postal

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Cpl. Daniel Botero, a combat engineer with the Combat Logistics Battalion 1 Embedded Partnering Team, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), kicks a soccer ball around Camp Shorabak, Afghanistan, with the EPT's Afghan National Army Counterparts, Nov. 16. Botero was diagnosed with cancer in 2009, but thanks to chemotherapy and two surgeries, he has been in remission since October 2010. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Katherine M. Solano) - Cpl. Daniel Botero, a combat engineer with the Combat Logistics Battalion 1 Embedded Partnering Team, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), kicks a soccer ball around Camp Shorabak, Afghanistan, with the EPT's Afghan National Army Counterparts, Nov. 16. Botero was diagnosed with cancer in 2009, but thanks to chemotherapy and two surgeries, he has been in remission since October 2010. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Katherine M. Solano)

Enjoying every minute of life: Marine beats cancer, gains new outlook

At 18 years young, many men are thinking about their first year of college, their high-school sweetheart, their favorite sports team or even their impending adulthood and the responsibilities that come with it. For many, the furthest thing from their mind is a cancer diagnosis – for Cpl. Daniel Botero, it was a reality. The Colombia, South America,

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Sgt. Jennifer Chitwood, an administration specialist with Headquarters and Service Company, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), raises her right hand as she states her re-enlistment oath aboard an aircraft above Helmand province, Afghanistan, Oct. 27. Chitwood decided to re-enlist with the intention of becoming a drill instructor. (Courtesy Photo) - Sgt. Jennifer Chitwood, an administration specialist with Headquarters and Service Company, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), raises her right hand as she states her re-enlistment oath aboard an aircraft above Helmand province, Afghanistan, Oct. 27. Chitwood decided to re-enlist with the intention of becoming a drill instructor. (Courtesy Photo)

Meritorious promotion, re-enlistment in combat zone: One Marine does it all

Sgt. Jennifer Chitwood, the manpower chief with Headquarters and Service Company, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), can be described with one word: stubborn. Since stepping on the yellow footprints at recruit training aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., she has not let anyone or anything deter her from her goals. Mere hours

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The Marines with the Combat Logistics Battalion 1 Embedded Partnering Team, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), stand outside of their compound entrance aboard Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, Nov. 12. The team works with their Afghan National Army counterparts to train and advise them on various operational and tactical procedures. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Katherine M. Solano) - The Marines with the Combat Logistics Battalion 1 Embedded Partnering Team, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), stand outside of their compound entrance aboard Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, Nov. 12. The team works with their Afghan National Army counterparts to train and advise them on various operational and tactical procedures. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Katherine M. Solano)

‘Working ourselves out of a job’: Extensive training leads CLB-1 EPT to success with ANA

Like those before them, Combat Logistics Battalion 1, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), made a concerted effort to put together a well-rounded group of Marines to create their Embedded Partnering Team. The EPT is responsible for training, mentoring and advising Afghan National Army units as they work to become independent from coalition forces,

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Marines stand in line to get food at Mess Hall 521 during a Marine Corps’ birthday celebration lunch aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., Nov. 8, 2011. During the event food service Marines prepared steak and lobster, as well as a cake for everyone attending the lunch. (Photo by Cpl. Bruno J. Bego) - Marines stand in line to get food at Mess Hall 521 during a Marine Corps’ birthday celebration lunch aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., Nov. 8, 2011. During the event food service Marines prepared steak and lobster, as well as a cake for everyone attending the lunch. (Photo by Cpl. Bruno J. Bego)

Food service organizes lunch to celebrate 236th Marine Corps birthday

As the Marine Corps prepared to celebrate its 236th birthday, many units made arrangements to celebrate the event.On this occasion, food service specialists with Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group organized a lunch to celebrate the birthday Nov. 8, 2011, aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C.During the event food service Marines prepared

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Sgt. Maj. Stephanie K. Murphy (right), a Pine Bluff, Ark., native, the battalion sergeant major and the oldest Marine present, passes a piece of cake to the youngest Marine, Lance Cpl. Christiana C. Morales (middle), a ground radio operator, both with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group during a cake cutting ceremony aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., Nov. 9, 2011. After a six-mile hike and other physical training exercises, the Marines enjoyed a traditional cake cutting ceremony to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 236th birthday. (Photo by Cpl. Bruno J. Bego) - Sgt. Maj. Stephanie K. Murphy (right), a Pine Bluff, Ark., native, the battalion sergeant major and the oldest Marine present, passes a piece of cake to the youngest Marine, Lance Cpl. Christiana C. Morales (middle), a ground radio operator, both with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group during a cake cutting ceremony aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., Nov. 9, 2011. After a six-mile hike and other physical training exercises, the Marines enjoyed a traditional cake cutting ceremony to celebrate the Marine Corps’ 236th birthday. (Photo by Cpl. Bruno J. Bego)

CLB-2 celebrates Marine Corps’ 236th birthday

Most people only celebrate one birthday per year, but Marines get two.Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group came together Nov. 9, 2011, for physical training and then a traditional cake cutting ceremony to celebrate the 236th birthday of the Marine Corps.“As Marines our traditions and

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