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Steve Shaw In-StudioCottonwood Gunners for Vic4Vets InitiativeFundraiser for "Got Your Six Support Dogs"American Roots band Cottonwood Gunners in partnership with Affton MO venue 9 Mile Garden, are presenting their third annual veteran's benefit on Saturday, November 15 from noon to 4:00 pm. A fun day - in the wake of the Veteran's Day holiday - of music, drink specials, dogs, 50/50 raffles and more! 100% of all money raised will go to Got Your Six Support Dogs. GOT YOUR SIX SERVICE DOGS TESTIMONIAL - PARKER NAHRGANG As a part of Cottonwood Gunners veteran celebration, we honor our friend Parker Nahrgang and his wonderful support dog Eddie. A corporal in the US Marine Corps, Parker was deployed twice to Afghanistan – in 2012 and again in 2013. He was a part of the MWSS-273 (Marine Wing Support Squadron) where he spent the majority of his time in the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Edinburgh, Afghanistan. We have gotten to know Parker well and are not only amazed by his bravery, but also his willingness to say "yes" to the service of our country along with his humbleness. Eddie was a graduate of Got Your Six PTSD Support Dogs and never fails to impress us as well – he is indeed on-watch at all times! It's this first-hand knowledge of the profound difference that GY6 makes in veterans' lives that inspired us for this year's fund raise Parker's first deployment occurred less than three months after his daughter was born. Two years later during his second deployment, his son was born – but at least he was able to video call for the birth. During Parker's two Afghanistan deployments, he was faced with countless traumatic events that were nothing short of soul-crushing. Words can seldom describe what leaving a safe and loving home for a combat zone is truly like. It's an internal struggle that many veterans have faced overseas. In Parker's words, "Quite honestly, I don’t believe there are any words in existence that could adequately describe the experiences we face overseas." But the nature of war does not allow for the time to process or grieve. This Marine was able to make it out on the other side okay, and he says, "I can say beyond a shadow of a doubt Got Your Six PTSD Support Dogs gave me my life back." After exiting the Marine Corps, the trauma Parker had been bottling up for years was very evident. He became an emotionless shell of a man. Logically, he knew that he "loved" his family, but all the emotions that he "should" have felt didn't exist. Heart-brokenly and simply put, he didn’t care about his son, his daughter, or his wife. The emotional connection to them was nonexistent - they seemed like complete strangers to him. This is the horrible reality to living with PTSD. Add to that the PTSD symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, nightmares and so much more including the inability to sleep with about 1-3 hours total a night and rarely longer than 30-minute stints. In Parker's words, "Countless veterans have experienced the same turmoil and suffering I have. Many of which still haven’t received the help they need. Unfortunately, the VA leaves many of us behind... If it were not for the overwhelming generosity of GY6 and those who support their efforts, my life and many others like mine, would be completely different. I like to imagine our souls are like big puzzles, and PTSD destroys that puzzle. But every person at GY6 selflessly takes their own pieces… pieces of their own heart and soul… and gives them to these dogs, it's with those pieces I was finally able to start putting mine back together. I cannot say it enough... Got Your six changed my life, the lives of many others before me, and continue to change the lives of those who came after me. I will never be able to repay GY6 for what they did for me. My hope is to inspire generosity in others so that GY6 can continue their mission, saving lives for many years to come." Speaking on from when after he came home from war and stuck in a terrible cycle of PTSD symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, nightmares, and sleeplessness, "After a while, and thanks to a persistent wife, I started seeking mental health help. But nothing ever fully worked for me. Some medications would take the edge off my symptoms, but the struggles were still there controlling every aspect of my life. At one point I was on 9 medications that barely scratched the surface. One of the hardest things I had to hear was my doctor saying "Parker, I am sorry... I honestly do not know what to do". I was devastated... I had been holding onto hope that the suffering was temporary. But after years of holding on to that hope, trying countless GOT YOUR SIX SERVICE DOGS TESTIMONIAL - PARKER NAHRGANG medications, countless therapy sessions, countless doctors, and THEN to hear your doctor say we're out of options… Then, by what I can only describe as "an act of God" my wife encountered Got Your Six PTSD Support Dogs. During this encounter they immediately welcomed her with open arms, encouraging her, and began pursuing to helping me. GY6 informed me that it would likely be 1-2 years before they would have a dog ready for me. It takes time to train these dogs, and I just needed to breath, and wait. But after about 5 or 6 months, once again, by what I can only call a direct act of God, GY6 had more dogs pass their training than expected. That’s when I received a call from Nicole Lanahan (founder of GY6), and she asked me if I was ready. I attended their Service Animal training and therapy retreat for 10 days, which was the start of my life changing. The people I met and built relationships with was unbelievable, these connections were something I hadn't felt in years. I finally had a community of other veterans that were in the exact same boat as me, it was a place of belonging. We were not alone anymore, GY6 was holding us together, supporting us, and giving us a priceless gift. I want to help you understand what these dogs like Eddie do…and what he did that first night. At some point in the night during a nightmare he had crawled on me, nudging me, comforting me, he was sensing every time there was a nightmare about to happen and he would wake me "just enough" to not fully wake me, but stop the nightmare from happening, he stood watch, remaining vigilant throughout the night protecting me. Cottonwood Gunners Uniquely Midwestern, American Grit Cottonwood Gunners is a uniquely midwestern American roots ensemble from Saint Louis, Missouri whose spirited and clever compositions are inspired by a remarkable passion for their country and their state and whose members met in the blues bars of Saint Louis’ historic Soulard district. Portraying a fiery brand of songwriting that is reminiscent and influenced by the likes of Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan and Townes Van Zandt, the Cottonwood Gunner unique brand fuses Americana, Outlaw Country, and Electric Folk. Their rare songwriting craftsmanship is highlighted by the brilliant fiddle and mandolin playing of Brian Elder (Trans-Siberian Orchestra) and multi-instrumentalist Mark Hrabovsky (Mike Zito Band, Wack-a-doo, Suave Octopus) blended with the catchy melody and rhythms of cousins Steve Fowler’s bass (Still Free) and Steve Shaw’s guitar (Freeze the Hopper). The Cottonwood Gunner musicality and lyrical content focus on family and life of the Midwest and, combined with smart versions of classic American covers contributes to unforgettable live shows of unquestionable excitement, sentiment, and fun. Their set will make you want to dance, laugh, cry, salute Old Glory and pray to God! All four members have been hailed in their own right as published songwriters to rave reviews across the globe with a combined fourteen full length recordings and countless tours through over 100 cities and towns in the Midwest and throughout the world as part of USO tours. Driven by the patriotic lineage of veterans in their families and love of country, family and the Great Midwest, don’t miss the opportunity to experience Cottonwood Gunners! Contact and Social Media Phone/Hotline 314-226-9038 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cottonwoodgunners Video: Cottonwood Gunners You Tube Channel Music: Stream Cottonwood Gunners music | Listen to songs, albums, playlists for free on SoundCloud Epilogue Cottonwood Gunners is proud of their patriotic lineage and salute all members of the military and first responders. The band has contributed its time and efforts to benefit Backstoppers, Fisher House, Got Your Six Support Dogs, Disabled American Veterans, VFW Post 4223, Project Healing Waters, Veterans of Foreign Wars, St. Louis Firefighter Association, Mission Continues, Wounded Warriors and Vietnam Veterans of America. To request an interview or support for your school or organization or to book the band, Call 314-226-9038 or email cottonwoodgunners@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Shaw In-StudioCottonwood Gunners for Vic4Vets InitiativeFundraiser for "Got Your Six Support Dogs"American Roots band Cottonwood Gunners in partnership with Affton MO venue 9 Mile Garden, are presenting their third annual veteran's benefit on Saturday, November 15 from noon to 4:00 pm. A fun day - in the wake of the Veteran's Day holiday - of music, drink specials, dogs, 50/50 raffles and more! 100% of all money raised will go to Got Your Six Support Dogs. GOT YOUR SIX SERVICE DOGS TESTIMONIAL - PARKER NAHRGANG As a part of Cottonwood Gunners veteran celebration, we honor our friend Parker Nahrgang and his wonderful support dog Eddie. A corporal in the US Marine Corps, Parker was deployed twice to Afghanistan – in 2012 and again in 2013. He was a part of the MWSS-273 (Marine Wing Support Squadron) where he spent the majority of his time in the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Edinburgh, Afghanistan. We have gotten to know Parker well and are not only amazed by his bravery, but also his willingness to say "yes" to the service of our country along with his humbleness. Eddie was a graduate of Got Your Six PTSD Support Dogs and never fails to impress us as well – he is indeed on-watch at all times! It's this first-hand knowledge of the profound difference that GY6 makes in veterans' lives that inspired us for this year's fund raise Parker's first deployment occurred less than three months after his daughter was born. Two years later during his second deployment, his son was born – but at least he was able to video call for the birth. During Parker's two Afghanistan deployments, he was faced with countless traumatic events that were nothing short of soul-crushing. Words can seldom describe what leaving a safe and loving home for a combat zone is truly like. It's an internal struggle that many veterans have faced overseas. In Parker's words, "Quite honestly, I don’t believe there are any words in existence that could adequately describe the experiences we face overseas." But the nature of war does not allow for the time to process or grieve. This Marine was able to make it out on the other side okay, and he says, "I can say beyond a shadow of a doubt Got Your Six PTSD Support Dogs gave me my life back." After exiting the Marine Corps, the trauma Parker had been bottling up for years was very evident. He became an emotionless shell of a man. Logically, he knew that he "loved" his family, but all the emotions that he "should" have felt didn't exist. Heart-brokenly and simply put, he didn’t care about his son, his daughter, or his wife. The emotional connection to them was nonexistent - they seemed like complete strangers to him. This is the horrible reality to living with PTSD. Add to that the PTSD symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, nightmares and so much more including the inability to sleep with about 1-3 hours total a night and rarely longer than 30-minute stints. In Parker's words, "Countless veterans have experienced the same turmoil and suffering I have. Many of which still haven’t received the help they need. Unfortunately, the VA leaves many of us behind... If it were not for the overwhelming generosity of GY6 and those who support their efforts, my life and many others like mine, would be completely different. I like to imagine our souls are like big puzzles, and PTSD destroys that puzzle. But every person at GY6 selflessly takes their own pieces… pieces of their own heart and soul… and gives them to these dogs, it's with those pieces I was finally able to start putting mine back together. I cannot say it enough... Got Your six changed my life, the lives of many others before me, and continue to change the lives of those who came after me. I will never be able to repay GY6 for what they did for me. My hope is to inspire generosity in others so that GY6 can continue their mission, saving lives for many years to come." Speaking on from when after he came home from war and stuck in a terrible cycle of PTSD symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, nightmares, and sleeplessness, "After a while, and thanks to a persistent wife, I started seeking mental health help. But nothing ever fully worked for me. Some medications would take the edge off my symptoms, but the struggles were still there controlling every aspect of my life. At one point I was on 9 medications that barely scratched the surface. One of the hardest things I had to hear was my doctor saying "Parker, I am sorry... I honestly do not know what to do". I was devastated... I had been holding onto hope that the suffering was temporary. But after years of holding on to that hope, trying countless GOT YOUR SIX SERVICE DOGS TESTIMONIAL - PARKER NAHRGANG medications, countless therapy sessions, countless doctors, and THEN to hear your doctor say we're out of options… Then, by what I can only describe as "an act of God" my wife encountered Got Your Six PTSD Support Dogs. During this encounter they immediately welcomed her with open arms, encouraging her, and began pursuing to helping me. GY6 informed me that it would likely be 1-2 years before they would have a dog ready for me. It takes time to train these dogs, and I just needed to breath, and wait. But after about 5 or 6 months, once again, by what I can only call a direct act of God, GY6 had more dogs pass their training than expected. That’s when I received a call from Nicole Lanahan (founder of GY6), and she asked me if I was ready. I attended their Service Animal training and therapy retreat for 10 days, which was the start of my life changing. The people I met and built relationships with was unbelievable, these connections were something I hadn't felt in years. I finally had a community of other veterans that were in the exact same boat as me, it was a place of belonging. We were not alone anymore, GY6 was holding us together, supporting us, and giving us a priceless gift. I want to help you understand what these dogs like Eddie do…and what he did that first night. At some point in the night during a nightmare he had crawled on me, nudging me, comforting me, he was sensing every time there was a nightmare about to happen and he would wake me "just enough" to not fully wake me, but stop the nightmare from happening, he stood watch, remaining vigilant throughout the night protecting me. Cottonwood Gunners Uniquely Midwestern, American Grit Cottonwood Gunners is a uniquely midwestern American roots ensemble from Saint Louis, Missouri whose spirited and clever compositions are inspired by a remarkable passion for their country and their state and whose members met in the blues bars of Saint Louis’ historic Soulard district. Portraying a fiery brand of songwriting that is reminiscent and influenced by the likes of Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan and Townes Van Zandt, the Cottonwood Gunner unique brand fuses Americana, Outlaw Country, and Electric Folk. Their rare songwriting craftsmanship is highlighted by the brilliant fiddle and mandolin playing of Brian Elder (Trans-Siberian Orchestra) and multi-instrumentalist Mark Hrabovsky (Mike Zito Band, Wack-a-doo, Suave Octopus) blended with the catchy melody and rhythms of cousins Steve Fowler’s bass (Still Free) and Steve Shaw’s guitar (Freeze the Hopper). The Cottonwood Gunner musicality and lyrical content focus on family and life of the Midwest and, combined with smart versions of classic American covers contributes to unforgettable live shows of unquestionable excitement, sentiment, and fun. Their set will make you want to dance, laugh, cry, salute Old Glory and pray to God! All four members have been hailed in their own right as published songwriters to rave reviews across the globe with a combined fourteen full length recordings and countless tours through over 100 cities and towns in the Midwest and throughout the world as part of USO tours. Driven by the patriotic lineage of veterans in their families and love of country, family and the Great Midwest, don’t miss the opportunity to experience Cottonwood Gunners! Contact and Social Media Phone/Hotline 314-226-9038 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cottonwoodgunners Video: Cottonwood Gunners You Tube Channel Music: Stream Cottonwood Gunners music | Listen to songs, albums, playlists for free on SoundCloud Epilogue Cottonwood Gunners is proud of their patriotic lineage and salute all members of the military and first responders. The band has contributed its time and efforts to benefit Backstoppers, Fisher House, Got Your Six Support Dogs, Disabled American Veterans, VFW Post 4223, Project Healing Waters, Veterans of Foreign Wars, St. Louis Firefighter Association, Mission Continues, Wounded Warriors and Vietnam Veterans of America. To request an interview or support for your school or organization or to book the band, Call 314-226-9038 or email cottonwoodgunners@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katie Cook is from Severna Park, Maryland, and graduated from W.T. Woodson High School in Fairfax, VA in 2004. She attended the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science in 2008. Katie continued her education at Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. and graduated with a Masters of Arts in International Security in 2009. In February 2017, Katie reported for duty as the Airfield Operations Company Commander with Marine Wing Support Squadron 271 at Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, North Carolina. During her time in the fleet, Katie has accumulated more than 1,400 flight hours, including 400 in combat. Her decorations include two Meritorious Service Medals, five Air Medals, the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal and various personal and unit awards. In August 2019, Katie transitioned to the Marine Corps Reserve and currently works as a Senior Director of Operational Excellence for Global Public Sector at Salesforce. Watch now and learn what it takes to thrive in a world you are not comfortable in and learn to make the most out of the situation you're in.

This week's Urban Valor episode features Marine veteran, Aaron Rodriguez. Aaron was assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 371 during the Invasion of Iraq in March of 2003. While convoying supplies near the city of Nasiriyah his unit was ambushed with heavy enemy fire. Shortly after the ambush took place, they realized Marine, Sgt. Fernando Padilla-Ramirez was missing and had been captured. Aaron speaks about his frustration with their commander deciding not to go recover Sgt. Padilla and the toll it took on his unit. Eventually, Sgt. Padilla's remains were recovered by 2/2 Fox company, part of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit at the time. This interview is powerful, as Aaron is an intelligent speaker who really delivers his memories with detail and emotion making you feel for him and his unit during the time Sgt. Padilla was captured, as well as numerous other moments in this interview. As we always say, the courage it takes to sit in the chair with Urban Valor as a military veteran, whether it be a combat veteran or not, or whether the veteran is a Marine, Army,  Air Force, Navy, or another branch of the Military. As a combat veteran, this Marine experienced much there is to experience in the military. His story is a true testament to the courage and strength of the military. We're honored to hear Aaron Rodriguez's story and learn more about his experience in Iraq. We share his story to raise awareness about the effects of combat, the decisions and hardships military members face while serving, and also to detail more information about the Invasion of Iraq, War on Terror, and the sacrifices of the military who served during these time, as well as other wars and time periods. Please share and donate to help us continue to provide military veterans with the resources they need to share their stories and help others learn about the military.Our website, UrbanValor.com is under construction, with our hopes to launch during the new year. Our goal is to begin traveling or funding travel for Veterans to enjoy a Los Angeles vacation on us, and share their stories with them and their loved ones. When we begin accepting donations, 100% of donations will go to Veterans and/or highly researched and reviewed Veteran charities, with 100% financial tracking available on our website. We will make an announcement once our website is live and we're prepared to accept donations for Veterans in need! In the meantime, the best way to support out Veteran interviewees is to watch our videos, listen to the Urban Valor podcast, and engage with our videos and posts across social media.Many of the Veterans we interview check in on their videos and the comments, so please show your love and support, ask questions, or just give thanks under our videos! And Please SUBSCRIBE so you NEVER miss an episode of Urban Valor! We put out new episodes every week!

Entrevista com o Marine Tiger Braga, integrante do Corpo de Fuzileiros dos Estados Unidos e veterano da Guerra do Iraque e da Síria. Mattheus pertenceu ao Marine Wing Support Squadron 371 e esteve em missão como suporte ao Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 18.2, uma força tarefa de resposta rápida do Corpo de Fuzileiros Navais dos EUA. Acompanhe o trabalho do Almanaque Militar: https://linktr.ee/almanaquemilitar --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/almanaquemilitar/support

Episode 18, Segment 2 of 2 - LtCol. Michelle Macander – BE ALL YOU CAN BE Trident Room Host Michael Gannon sits down with the 1st Female group combat commander for the US Marine Corps -- LtCol. Michelle Macander. They discuss stepping out of your comfort zone and the impact of great mentors. This episode was recorded on April 22, 2021. LIEUTENANT COLONEL MACANDER is from Clifton Park, NY and earned a Bachelor's of Science in International Affairs from Georgia Tech in December of 2000. Following TBS and Marine Corps Engineer School (MCES), where she was the honor graduate, she was assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 372 in Camp Pendleton, CA. She served as the Construction Platoon Commander, Engineer Company Executive Officer, and Headquarters & Service (H&S) Company Commander, and participated in the initial movement into Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom I in 2003. In July 2004, Lieutenant Colonel Macander was transferred to 9th Engineer Support Battalion (ESB) in Okinawa, Japan and deployed as the liaison to the FBI in Iraq, then returned to Okinawa and served concurrently as the H&S Company Commander and the Logistics Officer. Lieutenant Colonel Macander subsequently reported to the University of Colorado NROTC, where she served as the Marine Officer Instructor. In 2009, Lieutenant Colonel Macander was ordered to Quantico, VA to complete Expeditionary Warfare School (EWS). Upon graduation, she was assigned to 8th ESB, where she served as Operations Officer and deployed to Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Following the deployment, she was assigned as the Engineer Support Company Commander. In May 2012, she received orders to MCES, where she assumed command of Combat Engineer Instruction Company, then was assigned to serve concurrently as the Director of Instruction and Operations Officer. In June 2014, she reported to EWS as a Faculty Advisor. In her second year, she filled an individual augment assignment to serve as Central Command's Counter-Narcotics Officer in Charge (Forward) in Kabul, Afghanistan. She returned to her primary duties at EWS before transferring in July 2017 to I MEF to serve as the MEF Engineer. In October 2017, she was promoted to her current rank. Lieutenant Colonel Macander's personal decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal with two Gold Stars, the Joint Service Commendation Medal, the Navy Commendation Medal with one Gold Star, the Joint Service Achievement Medal, the Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal with a Gold Star and combat distinguishing device, and the Combat Action Ribbon. The Trident Room Podcast is brought to you by the Naval Postgraduate School Alumni Association and the Naval Postgraduate School Foundation. npsfoundation.org/ For comments, suggestions, and critiques, please email us at TridentRoomPodcastHost@nps.edu, and find us online at nps.edu/tridentroompodcast. Thank you! The views expressed in this interview are those of the individuals and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, the US Navy, or the Naval Postgraduate School.

Episode 18, Segment 1 of 2 - LtCol. Michelle Macander – Courage, Cocktail Napkins and Something Blue Trident Room Host Michael Gannon sits down with the 1st Female group combat commander for the US Marine Corps -- LtCol. Michelle Macander. They talk about what it's really like to be, “the first” and Marine life after the repeal of the, “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” policy in the military. This episode was recorded on April 22, 2021. LIEUTENANT COLONEL MACANDER is from Clifton Park, NY and earned a Bachelor's of Science in International Affairs from Georgia Tech in December of 2000. Following TBS and Marine Corps Engineer School (MCES), where she was the honor graduate, she was assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 372 in Camp Pendleton, CA. She served as the Construction Platoon Commander, Engineer Company Executive Officer, and Headquarters & Service (H&S) Company Commander, and participated in the initial movement into Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom I in 2003. In July 2004, Lieutenant Colonel Macander was transferred to 9th Engineer Support Battalion (ESB) in Okinawa, Japan and deployed as the liaison to the FBI in Iraq, then returned to Okinawa and served concurrently as the H&S Company Commander and the Logistics Officer. Lieutenant Colonel Macander subsequently reported to the University of Colorado NROTC, where she served as the Marine Officer Instructor. In 2009, Lieutenant Colonel Macander was ordered to Quantico, VA to complete Expeditionary Warfare School (EWS). Upon graduation, she was assigned to 8th ESB, where she served as Operations Officer and deployed to Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Following the deployment, she was assigned as the Engineer Support Company Commander. In May 2012, she received orders to MCES, where she assumed command of Combat Engineer Instruction Company, then was assigned to serve concurrently as the Director of Instruction and Operations Officer. In June 2014, she reported to EWS as a Faculty Advisor. In her second year, she filled an individual augment assignment to serve as Central Command's Counter-Narcotics Officer in Charge (Forward) in Kabul, Afghanistan. She returned to her primary duties at EWS before transferring in July 2017 to I MEF to serve as the MEF Engineer. In October 2017, she was promoted to her current rank. Lieutenant Colonel Macander's personal decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal with two Gold Stars, the Joint Service Commendation Medal, the Navy Commendation Medal with one Gold Star, the Joint Service Achievement Medal, the Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal with a Gold Star and combat distinguishing device, and the Combat Action Ribbon. The Trident Room Podcast is brought to you by the Naval Postgraduate School Alumni Association and the Naval Postgraduate School Foundation. npsfoundation.org/ For comments, suggestions, and critiques, please email us at TridentRoomPodcastHost@nps.edu, and find us online at nps.edu/tridentroompodcast. Thank you! The views expressed in this interview are those of the individuals and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, the US Navy, or the Naval Postgraduate School.

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 272 work on completing an expeditionary airfield maintenance exercise on Stoval Airfield during Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 2-18 (WTI) at Dateland, Ariz., on March 13, 2018. WTI is a seven-week training even hosted by MAWTS-1 cadre, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advance tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics. (U.S. Marine Corps video by LCpl. Lisa Collins)

In this Pacific Newsbreak, Marine Wing Support Squadron 171 trains in the field to improve their skills during exercise Kamashika Wrath 2017.

Marine Wing Support Squadron 171 preps for convoy training, and a Misawa Air Base petty officer values his Hispanic traditions during ‪‎National Hispanic Heritage Month‬.

Guiuan, Philippines (Nov. 22, 2013) U.S. Marines from Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 Aviation Operations break down camp and prepare to depart. 172 has been in Guiuan helping the Philippine government turn the airstrip into a hub for landings, supply off-loads, and aircraft refueling. The Philippine government is closely coordinating ongoing relief efforts including search and rescue, supply drops and personnel airlifts, with military and civilian organizations. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class Brett Cole/Released) Also available in High Definition.

U.S. Marines conduct Forward Arming and Refueling Point operations Nov. 21 at Guiuan Airfield, Republic of the Philippines, during Operation Damayan. The Marines supporting the Typhoon Haiyan relief effort are with III Marine Expeditionary Brigade in support of Joint Task Force 505. SME's are LCpl. Jose L. Valencia and Sgt. Phillip D. Rial. Both are bulk fuel specialists with Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. Also available in high definition

U.S. Marines from Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 Aviation Operations break down camp and prepare to depart. 172 has been in Guiuan helping the Philippine government turn the airstrip into a hub for landings, supply off-loads, and aircraft refueling. The Philippine government is closely coordinating ongoing relief efforts including search and rescue, supply drops and personnel airlifts, with military and civilian organizations. Includes sound bites from Lance Cpl. Jose Luis Valencia, Bulk Fuel Specialist, 172 FARP; Lance Cpl. Colby Heavner, Bulk Fuel Specialist, 172 FARP; and Capt. Akeem Adelagun, Civil Afffairs Officer, Senior Marine on deck at Guiuan Airfield. Also available in high definition. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Brett Cote/Released)

GUIUAN, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 22, 2013) - U.S. Marines from Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 Aviation Operations break down camp and prepare to depart. 172 has been in Guiuan helping the Philippine government turn the airstrip into a hub for landings, supply off-loads, and aircraft refueling. The Philippine government is closely coordinating ongoing relief effort including search and rescue, supply drops and personnel airlifts, with military and civilian organizations. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Brett Cote/Released)

GUIUAN, Republic of the Philippines (Nov. 22, 2013) - U.S. Marines from Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 Aviation Operations Load onto an MV-22 Osprey to depart Guiuan. 172 has been in Guiuan helping the Philippine government turn the airstrip into a hub for landings, supply off-loads, and aircraft refueling. The Philippine government is closely coordinating ongoing relief efforts including search and rescue, supply drops and personnel airlifts, with military and civilian organizations. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Brett Cote/Released)