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Coming Back Full Circle to Serve Others First

Twelve years after leaving active duty, there was just something missing in my life.

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James “Jimi” Letchford

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An Unusual BX Gets New Digs Down Under

One of the Exchange’s most unusual locations … now has a new location. The Robertson Barracks Exchange is in Darwin, on the northern coast of Australia, where the Exchange has had a presence since World War II. Not only is it nearly 3,300 miles from the closest Exchange—on Kwajalein Atoll, which is also remote—but Marines provide the store staff; the Exchange provides the merchandise.

Honoring 250 Years of Valor: SIG SAUER Salutes the United States Marine Corps

At Sig Sauer, we are deeply honored to stand shoulder to shoulder with the United States Marine Corps as the official sidearm provider. For 250 years, the Marine Corps has embodied the highest ideals of courage, discipline, and selfless service. Their unwavering commitment to defending our nation’s freedoms has shaped the very fabric of American strength and resilience.

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Jordan 6 Rings, Marine Traditions, and the 250th Birthday

The Marine Corps Exchange (MCX) has always been more a magical place of escape from Drill Instructors during Boot Camp and a source for bargain shopping as a paycheck-to-paycheck living young Marine. Once I learned the benefit of sticking to a budget and saving for purchases the MCX grew dramatically in my spending strategy.

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LtCol Lindsay L. Rodman on the Tradition That Brings Marines Together

Like many other Marines, my favorite part of being a Marine is being among other Marines. Marines understand a part of me that my kids and my husband think is sometimes silly (that’s the kids) or sometimes crazy (that’s my husband). I love them more than anything, but sometimes I also need to be a Marine, celebrating with other Marines.

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0311 Forever: A Diamond Ring, a Marine’s Story, and the MCX

On July 4th, 2024, I became engaged, marking a new chapter in my journey. Living near Camp Lejeune as a retired Marine, my first stop for this momentous decision was the MCX on Mainside. I knew the quality and price would far exceed anything available on the local economy.

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Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future: The Marine Corps at 250

The Marine Corps Birthday has always been more than a date on the calendar—it is a time-honored tradition that connects past, present, and future generations of Marines. As a retired Gunnery Sergeant with 22 years of active service, I have celebrated the Marine Corps Ball in extraordinary places.

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From the 214th to the 250th: A Marine’s Journey Through Birthday Celebrations

I feel there is no way to fully capture the vastness and depth of the Marine Corps’ meaning to all those who have earned the title Marine. But as I reflect on when I celebrated my first Marine Corps Birthday as a motivated, inspection-ready, School of Infantry student aboard Camp Geiger in Jacksonville, North Carolina, I devoured the “Chow Hall” lobster, steak, baked potato, and green beans.

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Decluttering Tips presented by PODS

Seeing your container fill up not only keeps your space organized but also gives you a visual reminder of your progress.

OODA For Marines by Marines

Our experiences—and the mentors who help guide us—shape who we become. The idea for OODA began with the stories the founder grew up hearing—firsthand accounts from World War II and Vietnam veterans in his immediate family

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The Creation of the Birthday Ball Giveaway

During the inaugural Birthday Ball Giveaway, we received 56,053 entries, representing more than 550 units across 12 countries. What started as an ambitious idea quickly became a movement—one that connected Marines, their families, sponsors, and supporters across the globe.

Celebrate 250 Years of the Marine Corps at MCRD San Diego’s Boot Camp Challenge

For most people, Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego and its iconic yellow buildings are just a glimpse seen from the I-5 freeway or a plane landing at the nearby airport. This historic landmark on the San Diego bayfront is more than four times the size of Disneyland Park and closed to the public. Inside, 17,000 recruits face one question annually: Do you have what it takes to be a Marine?

Carrying the Corps Into the Courtroom

As a Marine Major, serving at Marine Corps Air Station New River, I had the privilege of leading several dedicated and capable Marines at the Joint Law Center. One of them, was then Sgt. Geoff Tokajer, left a lasting impression on me—not just for his stellar service at our law center, but for his commitment to respect and camaraderie.

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What the Marine Corps’ 250th Birthday means to me

The 250th birthday of the Marine Corps represents a profound milestone in our nation’s history, a legacy defined by courage, sacrifice, and resilience.

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Salvador Ramirez

From Law School to the Corps: A Journey of Service

As the United States Marine Corps celebrates its 250th anniversary, I am reminded of how the Corps has truly shaped my life, both personally and professionally. My journey into the Marines began during law school at Georgetown University, where I decided I wanted a career that balanced the intellectual rigor of law with a physical component.

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MCCS Golf Partners with Noteefy to Bring Technology to Golf Course Portfolio to Improve Accessibility and Course Efficiency

MCCS is pleased to announce a new partnership with Noteefy, a technology platform designed to help golf courses operate more efficiently and improve accessibility for players.

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Making a military move? PODS Offers Useful Tips

Making a military move? If you’ve recently received your permanent change of station (PCS) orders, then you know it’s time to start preparing for a change of address. Whether you decide to go with military moving services or a personally procured move (PPM) — possibly using PODS — making sure you’re organized and ready for moving day is a top priority!

A Summer Intern’s Journey with MCCS

Ever since the first day of working to the end of the summer, the experience I got to have was amazing. Being able to experience and understand business firsthand brought me great insight into how it all works inside of a marketing team, which this was my first time learning about that job industry.

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250th Marine Corps Celebration

I remember walking into the recruiter's office and the Master Sergeant said to me, "I see it in you, what's holding you back?" It's amazing how words like that can carry so much weight and propel you forward...until you get to Boot Camp. You learn a lot in Boot Camp, but the biggest lesson you learn is that “I” and “Me” no longer exist.

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The Marine Corps 250th Birthday

I formed some of my fondest memories of the Marine Corps in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan in the summer of 2008. It was not a casual experience.

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I Can't Live Without My Radio

What does the Marine Corps Exchange (MCX) mean to me? It means quality, value, friendly service, and fond members of my Marine Corps career. For starters, I can still remember as a recruit, going to the MCX to make my first phone call home.

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A Sense of Patriotism and Pride

What does the 250th Marine Corps Birthday, mean to me? It’s a time to give honor to our past, present, and future. November 10, 2025, is momentous milestone and a time to reflect on how far the Marine Corps has come in past 250 years.

Lawrence Clark Jr.

Mainside or Bust

Ah, Camp Pendleton, California’s own southern paradise—or so we told ourselves back in 1998.

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Any Climb and Place

In a bar—humble, unassuming, and the perfect cradle for the greatest fighting force in human history. What better origin story could the United States Marine Corps ask for?

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My Marine Corps Exchange Experience - Making Every Pogey Bait Run Count

There is nothing better than being a “Motor T” Marine. When you have wheels, everyone wants to be your friend.

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The Legacy of 250 Years: How the Marine Corps Made Me a Good Man and a Better Woman

The icy Afghan wind cut through me as our convoy wound its way across the Shomali Plain north of Kabul. Gripping the belt-fed machine gun mounted on the turret, I anxiously scanned the low, khaki hills for any sign of threat.

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MCCS & MCX Support during COVID

The need to ensure the continued support of our active duty, reservists, and recruits provided new challenges and fueled innovation efforts.

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Afghan Refugee Support

A task force of over 700 Marines and service members of the II Marine Expeditionary Force responded from Camp LeJeune to support Operation Allies Refuge aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico.

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MOS Marines

The Marines within the Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) military occupation specialty (MOS) drive the morale, welfare, and recreation support of Marines and their families aboard Marine Corps installations as well as on deployment.

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