In a recent CMC “Bullets” we found it interesting that the CMC clarified something that many of us old timers run into time and again, usually from non-Marine types: “Hey, you’re an ex-Marine.” Most of us would reply: “No, we’re former Marines.” This from new Commandant, Gen. Jim Amos: “I Read more…
Los Angeles Chapter stalwart Eddie Kafafian is shown with Admiral Mike Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Mrs. Mullen during the 7th Annual Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Studio City, CA. Kafafian was the 2009 Parade Grand Marshall and was invited to sit in the VIP Read more…
From CCHQ: If you know the following members, tell them to send current addresses to usmccca@cfl.rr.com. They will be dropped prior to any further mailings: Caryl Hanson Art Kieley Charlotte Crouch
Vickie Hager and her husband Eddie, together with Dee Mills sponsored a drive for Christmas goodies to be sent to our troops serving in Afghanistan. Vickie and her husband own Vickie’s barber shop in Spring Hill, Florida. Mrs. Dee Mills of Lea’s Prayers and Postage and Linda Kidwell of Gift’s Read more…
Fellow CCs: For 235 years a small but dedicated legion has stood in defense of our nation. Whether under gray skies of bright sun, Marines have always stood and stood out as the best of our nation’s military. Around the world, the title Marine is synonymous with courage and lethal Read more…
On November 11 come into Applebee’s and simply show proof of military service to enjoy a FREE entrée from our special Vets Day Menu. Invite a friend. We’ve got so much to thank America’s brave servicemen and women for.
CC President Don O’Neal has announced the retirement of long-time USMCCCA Historian, Frank Burke, and the appointment of immediate past president, Fred “Flash” Lash, as his successor. While Frank is retiring he has agreed to remain Historian Emeritus. “As long as I can remember Frank has served as our historian,” Read more…
Three World War II veterans, including two former Marine combat correspondents, were among 300 attending a “reunion” at the National Press Club (NPC) in Washington on Oct. 21. It was the annual “hoot” for the Silver Owls — those with more than 25 years of Club membership. Former Marine CC Read more…
Larry Miller, Research Specialist, National WWII Museum, New Orleans, is looking to do video recording interviews for WWII combat correspondents from PA, NJ, NY and the DC area. Contact him by phone at 610. 375.1934 or email him at: lmiller4@comcast.net.