I recently joined the Patriot Guard Riders. Had a mission in Tulsa, OK. Flag Line and Escort to Memorial Park, from a church. A deceased Marine of the Korean War Era. I understand it was unusual, that the family asked the Guard to transport the ashes to cemetery. For the service, a Prior Service Marine and two other riders carried the urn into the chapel and we escorted. After service, same guys carried it out and we escorted. Being a Prior Service Marine myself, I was honored, to be asked to escort the urn in a PGR's truck, with a daughter and great-grandson, who held folded flag.
Category: Events and Memorials
Marine recognized for Valor in Afghanistan
He is the son of Amy McGough and US Army Captain Joseph McGough. His father is US Army Retired CW5 Eddie McSweeney. He has two brothers and one sister. One brother Sgt Danzig McGough is with the 101st Airborne Division who recently returned from Afghanistan as well.
Arlington National Cemetery
I had the opportunity for me and my son to visit the Arlington National Cemetery this past July 9th. It was a once in a life time experience, and I'm truly glad we made the trip. We were up there in the area to see my oldest daughter graduate from her AIT school at Ft. Lee. We took the rest of the day to visit our Nation's capital and see the main sights. I really wanted to get to the Arlington National Cemetery since I was a kid, and knew that was the first place we needed to go. It was an experience that I almost can't explain. I didn't realize how large of grounds it covers, and we had to take the tour and get it all in. I was in awe of the history that is there. And we definitely caught the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers and watched the 'Changing of the Guards'… it was amazing! We took in as much as time would allow and as we left we ran into this young man. Extremely polite and highly professional. His job was to take anyone that needed a ride to and from the cemetery. My son, met him, thanked him for his service to our country and wanted to get a picture with him. He was great to meet and as always, stood out.
Worst and Best Posts
Sgt. Grit,
Your letters have been about food, Doctors and Dentists, Posts served at, and aircraft flown. I would like to tell you about the Worse and Best Posts that I have Served.
The Worst was U.S. Naval Prison Terminal Island, San Pedro, California. The Naval Prison had 3 huge cellblocks. One post was inside a cell in the cellblock, inside along the wall of each cellblock was the cat walk where a guard could walk and see what was going on inside each cell in the cellblock. The cellblock guard was inside with at least 50 prisoners, he carried a night stick by the way. His job was to prevent any illegal activities like fighting or escapes. The Guard reported in every 15 minutes and the Guard Sergeant checked from time to time, not scheduled. In 1949 the U.S. Government took control of the prison and the Military personnel stationed there were to escort Military prisoners to Prisons closest to their homes.
Nice Piece
I was at the factory this past week and this tractor was there. Very nice piece.
SSgt DJ Huntsinger,
1968-76, Vietnam '69-'70,
11th Marines, Comm Plt.
Harford County Marines Have Landed
"Harford County Marines Have Landed". Visiting Walter Reed Hospital to Support Wounded Warriors and their Families.
The Marine Corps League, Harford County Detachment 1198, joined forces with Marines Helping Marines on May 15th at the Walter Reed, Bethesda Naval Hospital. The mission was to help Wounded Warriors and their families of all military branches have a good "home cooked" (grilled) meal.
My Heart Is With Them
The brothers memories are alive and well in my home and on my ranger. On a daily basis I salute them all… especially the ones we left behind who are still waiting to come home like they were promised. I was a peace time Marine, but my heart is with them. Salute to all who served and are serving…
Great Reunion
Sgt. Grit,
I love your newsletter and have a story for you. The only thing I've
ever won in my life was the draft lottery in 1967 (#67). I was in my
last quarter of college and due to graduate from the University of
Minnesota in Dec '71. My student deferment expired. I stopped by a
Marine recruiter on Lake Street to check my status. We called my
local draft board. I was next on the list…
The FEW, The PROUD, The GLOW
On March 2nd, 2013, the Sgt Grit Tenderonies took to the streets of Oklahoma City,OK, to participate in The GlowRun5K. This event helped raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. A big OORAH goes out to these glowing motivators!
In Regards to SgtMaj Charles “Rigor” Mortis
SSgt. Charles "Rigor" Mortis was my senior DI at PISC in 1964. He
retired as a Sgt. Maj. with 35 years of service and received the
Bronze Star and Purple Heart. He passed away Feb. 21, 2011. He was
a good man and a good Marine.
Kemp