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

 

PHOTO GALLERY
History of the Marine Corps Reserve Celebrated at Patriots Game
Julian Edelman, wide receiver for the New England Patriots, shakes the hands of Marines from Marine Corps Band New Orleans before the start of the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Gillette Stadium, Nov. 13, 2016. The National Football League recognized service members before and during the game as part of their “Salute to Service” campaign. The band performed a Centennial themed concert as part of the half-time show to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Marine Corps Reserve. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Melissa Martens/ Released)