Winter Break 18

This page archives news and photos from Winter Break operations in 2017-18. It highlights deployments and training, showcasing MARFORRES operational readiness and global engagement.

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The mission of WINTER BREAK 18 is to validate cold weather readiness standards and cold weather resource requirements.

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VMR-1 celebrates classification as a Full Operational Capability Squadron

U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, the representative of Texas’ 33rd Congressional District, receives a tour of the C-40A aircraft from Marine Corps Lt. Col. Hanson W. Pitchford, commanding officer, Marine Transport Squadron (VMR) 1, Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Forces Reserve, after a ceremony recognizing VMR-1’S classification as a full operational capability squadron at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth, Texas, June 18, 2025. VMR-1’s achievement of full operational capability with the C-40A aircraft, marks a significant milestone in squadron readiness and success. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kanoa Thomas)

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Tags: MarForRes, 4th MAW, usmcnews, C-40A, VMR 1

Photo by: Cpl. Kanoa Thomas | VIRIN: 250618-M-RY790-1384.JPG

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Articles

Hometown Heroes of Winter Break 2018
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Hometown Heroes of Winter Break 2018
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Hometown Heroes of Winter Break 2018
HM2 Corey Parker is an Augusta, Georgia native and Navy corpsman stationed with a Marine Corps Reserve unit based in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. ...