Category: Other USMC

Devil Dog Road

Been there? Take a picture and show us!

A testament to the Corps.

Recently had the opportunity to meet with Marty Brennaman, Hall of Fame broadcaster for the Cincinnati Reds, and an idea for a unique photo came to mind. I asked him to place his fist (with one of his World Series rings) on the table next to mine, held out the camera and took the shot. Understandably puzzled, he asked what type of ring I had. When I showed him the Marine ring my wife had given me he exclaimed, “Now that’s impressive! That is impressive.” Turns out that a brother of his is a Marine as well and we had an enjoyable chat. Just goes to show that the truly great know what’s truly great! read more

Handmade Blanket

My son joined the Marines in March of 2006 and went to boot camp at MCRD in San Diego in November 2006. While he was there this is how I passed the time. (The slogan ” I survived my son’s boot camp” was true for this mom.)He had requested that I make him a blanket (crochet). I sent him pictures as it progressed. His rack mate and a few others wanted one too. Sorry guys. It’s one of a kind.I will provide the pattern if someone wants to make one. My son, Ryan, is a third generation Marine. My father-in law, my husband and now Ryan are all Marines. His father and I got to watch him graduate. We are proud of him. Marines are truly special people. read more

Serving His Country For You

Here is a picture of Aaron he sent me today. Please remember to pray for him. His deployment date is now April 5th and will be leaving that day. It will be a hard for us but God is still in control. Please just remember to keep him in your prayers also here is his address right now his Birthday is Feb 5th and it would be great if everyone could send him a card or maybe even snacks. Lets all show him we love him and support him. It is for us he is serving his country for. read more

Semper-Fi

Sgt. Grit:
I appreciate so much the news letters and information. You keep adding to your inventory and have everything any Marine would want. I appreciate what you have done and have offered the Marine Family.

Being a ?Viet Nam Marine, I envy every day those brave young ?devil Dogs? who are standing in the breach for all of us. I wish every day that the Commandant would allow this 61 year old vet the opportunity to allow the enemy to meet his maker. I want those heroes to know that there a lot of old salts around that are very proud that they are upholding the standards and history of our beloved Corps. read more

A Great Picture

Hey Sgt.Grit,
Wanted to share this great picture of my husband who is Ssgt.Bergeson and one of our daughters Taylor who is 5 years old, we were at disneyland and wrapped around her daddy like always! He is due to go for his second tour to iraq this august, so we are soaking up as much fun time with him before he goes off, he’s a great Marine and a terrific daddy of our four children, Brooke, Taylor, Riley, and Chase and a fantastic husband! We are so proud of him and support him always. We love your stuff, Sgt. Grit, keep it coming!!! read more

China Marine Scuttlebutt

Sgt. Grit,

I reviewed your web pages yesterday and discovered your Scuttlebutt page which I was delighted to find and read. From November 1945 to late August 1946 I was stationed in Tsingtao, China at the airfield with E-2-22 6th Division. Noticed that your Scuttlebutt does not have much info on China Marines although you are the official supplier for our paraphernalia. read more

Love of my Life

Thank You God for the Love of My Life.
You gave me 45 years as his wife.
You gave us 5 children to raise in Your Name
And 17 grand kids who will be raise just the same
Semper Fi
Faith Hopkins

U.S.M.C. EMBLEM WOOD CARVING

Sst. Grit,

Four year ago I had a tree cut down in my back yard, the moment I saw that piece of wood I knew what it was going to be, it measures 4″x12″x14″, it sat next to my wood stove for 4 years drying out. I been a amateur wood carver for about 35 years, I have a few pieces that are among my favorites, but this one is on the top of the list. I retired about a year ago and got into my carving big time, I finally got the confidence to try to carve it. read more

Distinguished Rifleman

Sgt Grit Everyone knows that Marines can shoot. Its true that we are the best riflemen in the world because of our training. Hold-em and Squeeze-em we are taught and you will hit your target. Well I was taught well at Camp Mathews in July 1964 as part of the last series to go to that Marine rifle range before Edson range was opened in about Aug of that year. I shot a 232 (expert) and still have my Record book to prove it. read more