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I look forward to each Sgt. Grit article on the computer and thought I would send a picture of my license plate that I’ve had for 25 years or so. I went to boot camp at MCRD San Diego in Jan of “58”, Platoon 308, over by the runway. Then on to ITR, Aviation Prep School, Parachute Rigger School at Lakehurst, NJ. and finally two years at MCAS El Toro, H&MS-15 Parachute Loft. Those are memories that I will hold forever, Semper Fi. “Once A Marine, Always A Marine”
Hi Sgt.Grit,
I read you site all the time and am pleased in what I read and am proud to be called an ex Marine from the old days. I joined the Corps in 11/55 as a reservist and went active in 6/56. I was part of a new program that was sponsored by a radio program called “The Magic Lady”, it sounded like a great idea as the whole platoon was from Philadelphia, PA. We didn’t realize how joyous it was all being from the same city until we arrived at PI. All of our DI’s were from the deep south, oh what joyous times we had. I have not regretted it even now, it made me a better man because of the things and times we had together. I remember the SAND FLEA burials and laugh about it now and realize it was what we needed to operate as a team, that training was rough but needed.
Well, I finally put up my new flag pole with the new USA flag that I ordered from you and my son-in-law and my grandsons helped me put it up. As you can see, they did a great job raising Old glory. I have a lot of pictures of the Iwo Jima flag raising and they wanted to do the same. So today after church we all took part in the flag raising ceremony.
that thought you would like to see the new marine corps transportation system. marine designation “bmxt”. stands for bicycle motorcross transport. just kidding. my son who is 15 and an expert bmx racer in oklahoma city got me a bicycle and wanted me to start racing in my age group (which will remain open but i got out when we liberated kuwait). wanted to throw a little of my own style on it so here it is. stickers were all courtesy of sgt grits. a little hard to tell but the camo was a custom paint job by my self and my son. turned out really special and i hope when we take it to some of the national events that the marine corps gets some of the respect they earn everyday.
Sgt. Grit, wanted to send you a picture of my 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON MARINE CORP. PATRIOT EDITION STREETGLIDE. I saw them advertising that would build one for you in late 2006. I sent in a copy of my DD 214 and then picked up my new Harley in early 2007. It has the Marine Corps. emblem on the tanks combined with the Harley. Also has a United States Flag on the rear fender. Just recieved my new USMC licence plate holder from your catalog and put it on. Looks great !! I joined the Marines in 1981, served active until 1985. Stayed in the reserves until 1989, then after 7 years of missing the comraderie I joined the US Navy “SEABEES”. I was called to duty at Ground Zero for 9-11 under Gov. Pataki in the NY Naval Militia. Was there for a few weeks providing security. My Battallion NMCB 27 is in IRAQ right now, couldn’t go with them. They took me down to an E-3, so i had to work my way back up the chain. I’m also a member of the “LEATHERNECKS” motorcycle club, and the “LEGIONRIDERS”. Keep those e-mails coming, it’s great to read the stories and quotes.
Dear Sgt. Grit:
How are you? This is Jim Haley, Jr. I know that you have many people email you. I have emailed you before. I am a former Marine Corps Captain.
Last Saturday as my wife Barbara was driving our Mariner a 6 Point Buck ran into the Mariner. The buck darted out of a wooded area that was adjacent to Rt 422 (outside of Phila, Pa). Fortunately, neither my wife or I were hurt. Unfortunately, a Pa. State Trooper had to put the buck out of its misery.
