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The attached photo’s are of my 2005 Royal Star that I’d had repainted to reflect not only my personnel pride but an inner tribute to those that continue to change the course of history. I’ve had many complements from all types of bike owners and when I’m out riding I get a lot of Honks and thank you’s.
Dear Sgt Grit,
Ensure that no Marine who honorably wore the eagle, globe and anchor is lost to the Marine Corps family. General James L. Jones Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps
I have found this to be so true. Whenever I meet fellow Marines, I instantly seem to bond with them. We have that special something that quietly bonds us as “brothers”. I served in Vietnam from 1967 – 1968, and was sent home after being wounded during TET of 68. Because of the Marine stickers, and my license plate, I have been thanked many times for serving. It gives me a feeling of pride and satisfaction to receive their thank you’s, even after all these years. I’m enclosing pictures of my vehicle for you to see. I’m looking for someone who will be able to airbrush my vehicle with Marine ensignias, pictures, etc. If I ever get that done, I’ll submit pictures so you will be able to see the final project. Thank you for your service, your web site, your news articles and everything you do for the Marines of our great country.
Sgt. Joe D. Hill
“Hq & Delta Company”
1st Bn, 3rd Marines
1967 – 1968
Sgt. Grit,
I love this news letter and came across these two pictures I wanted to share. I was with 3rd Bn 6th Marines from 1988 to 1990. Unfortunately my Marine Corps career was cut short due to medical issues. I was honorably discharged and returned to my hometown in 1990. I became a Police Officer in 1994, and still am today, which takes me to the two pictures I submitted. During our 16th of July festival this year, I was patrolling the area where most of the vendors set up. I saw this awesome SUV circling around the block. I remembered I had my camera with me at that time. About the third time the vehicle crossed my path I pulled out of my parking spot, and activated my warning lights, stopping the vehicle. As I approached the SUV the window rolled down. I asked the young Marine Staff Sergeant that was driving if he was lost. He stated yes, and asked how to get to the festival. I got a big smile and said I’ll tell you if you take my picture with this truck. We pulled into the American Legion parking lot which was close by and the Staff Sergeant snapped my picture. After we exchanged a couple of stories, he stated ” Ya know, when you pulled me over I got nervous, I thought I did something wrong. Thank God it was one of us”. I must say it made me feel good to hear a current Marine refer to me as one of them by saying “US”. Once A Marine Alwats A Marine! It’s good to see there is still the same camaraderie between the old and the new. Thanks for a great news letter and Thank you Staff Sergeant. You made my 16th of July 2008.
I want one of these….
Designed as an equalizer for inconceivable and unpredictable lane changes, and other traffic related anomalies perpetrated by the cell phone using, motor home/SUV driving morons in California imposed on the rest of us. The below pictured machine was designed for that purpose.
Sgt. Grit,
I am Sgt. William David Smith. I am stationed at NAS Oceana. I race ATV’s in the Can-am Grand National Cross Country Racing Series(GNCC). I have been racing since the end of 2008. I am planning on making 9-10 races this season. Here are some pictures from my last race in Washington, Georgia. If you want more information about this series the website is www.gnccracing.com . I would like to thank my sponsors for this season. They are ODI Grips, ASV levers, Scott Goggles, Yoshimura Exhaust, EHS racing, Hotcams camshafts, and Caddis Sports Aluminum Rapid Shelters. If you want to see more pictures, they are on my profile at http://www.loopd.com/members/Smithersusmc/Default.aspx . I love the products that Sgt. Grit has to offer. Keep up the great work.
Sgt Grit,
This is my Marine Motorcycle. It was Custom built a couple years ago and was the only custom bike invited to the Grand Opening of the National Marine Corps Museum in Quantico , VA . It led Freddy Fenders Funeral procession and it comes with a Custom Trailer and motorcycle lift. The bike has also been in several motorcycle magazines and auto and bike shows. The bike was build by Franko?s Custom Cycles in San Antonio TX and it is still on his main webpage www.frankoscustomcycles.com
I read the Sgt. Grit 11/6 issue and saw a couple of the vehicles pictured. So, I thought I?d send a picture of my ?2001? Corvette, proudly representing the Corps and the Marine Embassy Guard Association.
I proudly served from May 69 to May of 73 and was assigned to the Embassy in Vientiane Laos from Oct 70 to April 73.
