Sergeant Grit,
I was reading the 21 April newsletter and you have a story about the "Old MCRD San Diego". Old for Hollyweird Marines but let's think of our beloved Corps.
Before MCRD Paris Island (later Parris Island) and before MCRD San Diego, there was MCRD Norfolk VA. Want proof? See attached. As a Marine it is my duty to collect USMC memorabilia and this is one of my prized pieces. Just look at the military bearing of all those tents lined up with precision as if they were proud that future Marines are sleeping under them.
If you need better scans, let me know or if you are looking for something specific, ask; I might have it!
Gung Ho and Semper Fidelis!
Cpl. Greg Ciesielski
Active duty USMC 1978-1984
Time in the Corps 1960 – 2011 (51 Years!)
PS – Do you know why only the US Coast Guard and the US Marine Corps have Latin phrases? Because we are the two smallest branches with the most education!
Semper Paratus and Semper Fidelis!