Pacific Marines Stories

Representatives from the Honolulu Council of the Navy League present a $3,000 check to U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Commander Lt. Gen. Keith J. Stalder, center, for the Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots program Dec. 17. The check represents proceeds from the Navy League's annual Toys for Tots Golf Tournament. (Official USMC Photo by Cpl. Cristina Noelia Gil) (Released) - Representatives from the Honolulu Council of the Navy League present a $3,000 check to U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Commander Lt. Gen. Keith J. Stalder, center, for the Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots program Dec. 17. The check represents proceeds from the Navy League's annual Toys for Tots Golf Tournament. (Official USMC Photo by Cpl. Cristina Noelia Gil) (Released)

Navy League presents $3,000 check to Toys for Tots

Representatives from the Honolulu Council of the Navy League present a $3,000 check to U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Commander Lt. Gen. Keith J. Stalder, center, for the Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots program Dec. 17. The check represents proceeds from the Navy League's annual Toys for Tots Golf Tournament. In attendance are (from left

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Navy Hospital Corpsman 1st Class (FMF) Lashawn Young and Marine Lance Cpl. Timothy Johnson, both assigned to Joint Special Operations Task Force-Philippines, sort through toiletries to put inside more than 600 holiday stockings. Over the next two weeks, the stockings will be delivered to all task force members. The donated items came from care packages by U.S. citizens, churches and non-profit organizations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jose Castellon/Released) - Navy Hospital Corpsman 1st Class (FMF) Lashawn Young and Marine Lance Cpl. Timothy Johnson, both assigned to Joint Special Operations Task Force-Philippines, sort through toiletries to put inside more than 600 holiday stockings. Over the next two weeks, the stockings will be delivered to all task force members. The donated items came from care packages by U.S. citizens, churches and non-profit organizations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jose Castellon/Released)

JSOTF-P Servicemembers Stuff 600 Holiday Stockings

Dozens of members of Joint Special Operations Task Force-Philippines donated their time to stuff nearly 600 holiday stockings at JSOTF-P Camp Navarro headquarters Dec. 12. The stockings and the items inside were from donated care packages from U.S. citizens, churches, non-profit organizations, businesses, and JSOTF-P family members. The goal of the

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Thousands of bikes are parked at Ala Moana Beach Park in preparation for the 35th Annual Street Bikers United Toy Run Dec. 6. More than 6,500 motorcyclists showed up to support the Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots program. - Thousands of bikes are parked at Ala Moana Beach Park in preparation for the 35th Annual Street Bikers United Toy Run Dec. 6. More than 6,500 motorcyclists showed up to support the Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots program.

Bikers bring Toys for Tots miles closer to year’s goal

More than 6,500 motorcycle enthusiasts came together to share their passion for riding and help Hawaii’s less-fortunate children during the 35th Annual Street Bikers United Toy Run Dec. 6. The annual ride which benefits the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program began at Ala Moana Beach Park and ended at Kapiolani Community College. Marines

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Singer Anita Hall sings ‘Joy to the World,’ accompanied by the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band during the Second Annual Na Mele o na Keiki, 'Music for the Children' holiday concert Dec. 9 at the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cristina Noelia Gil) (Released) - Singer Anita Hall sings ‘Joy to the World,’ accompanied by the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band during the Second Annual Na Mele o na Keiki, 'Music for the Children' holiday concert Dec. 9 at the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cristina Noelia Gil) (Released)

Toys for Tots concert features MarForPac band, local artists

Music and holiday cheer filled the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall Dec. 9 for the Second Annual Na Mele o na Keiki, “Music for the Children,” sponsored by BAE Systems, a worldwide partner of the USO and benefitting the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program. The U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band headlined the free show and local artists

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Marines retire the colors at the conclusion of the first Marine Corps Air Station Ewa Memorial Dec. 6 at what remains of Ewa field. MCAS Ewa could be the spot where U.S. service members first fired during WWII, according to John Bond, the event coordinator and avid WWII historian. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Juan D. Alfonso) (Released) - Marines retire the colors at the conclusion of the first Marine Corps Air Station Ewa Memorial Dec. 6 at what remains of Ewa field. MCAS Ewa could be the spot where U.S. service members first fired during WWII, according to John Bond, the event coordinator and avid WWII historian. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Juan D. Alfonso) (Released)

Ewa Field Marines among first to battle Japanese

Sixty eight years ago, four Marines gave their lives and were among the first American casualties of World War II. They witnessed the advance of Japanese bombers moments before the attack on Pearl Harbor. They struggled to save burning aircraft and fired at the enemy whenever the opportunity presented itself. Active and retired service members,

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Great Aloha Run entry deadlines approaching

Avid runners participate in recreational races on a regular basis around the world, but service members in Hawaii have an upcoming opportunity to compete and give back to their local and military communities.Though the 26th Annual Kaiser Permanente Great Aloha Run may be a few months away, Feb. 15, submission deadlines are quickly approaching.The

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