Marines


Operation Allies Welcome

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Fort Pickett, Va.

ABOUT 

The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan

 

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Marine Forces Reserve and the Legion of Mars Group at the Krewe of Alla Mardi Gras Parade
Marines from Marine Forces Reserve ride on a float with the Legion of Mars group, throwing beads and festive items to the public during the Krewe of Alla Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans, Feb. 8, 2015. Lt. Gen. Richard P. Mills, MARFORRES commander, was the Legion of Mars’ Grand Marshall. The group was invited to be guest members of the parade for the second year in a row with several floats recognizing all branches and wounded veterans. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ian Ferro)

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