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Friday, February 08, 2013  Original Iwo Jima monument coming to New York City auction, estimated to bring up to $1.8 million

Monday, July 09, 2012  The USS Edson was named after Major General Merritt Austin Edson of the Marine Corps.

Thursday, May 26, 2011  A pentagon report last month said the United States and its allies have made, "tangible progress" in the Afghanistan War. NBC25 introduces you to a Marine from Clio who is an integral part in keeping America safe.

Thursday, May 12, 2011  Flags are to be lowered Friday in honor of U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. David Day

Sunday, May 08, 2011  Tears fell and hugs were exchanged today as 19-year-old Lance Corporal Kristen Ark made her way through the airport terminal. LCpl Ark had just returned home to her friends and family after serving with the United States Marine Corps in Afghanistan.

Thursday, April 28, 2011  Obama was to announce Thursday that CIA Director Leon Panetta will replace Defense Secretary Robert Gates when Gates makes his long-planned exit this summer.

Wednesday, September 01, 2010  Military enlistment jumps in Michigan; the economy, patriotism, and education incentives play a role. Recruiters are now selective with soldier prospects from Michigan.

Monday, May 03, 2010  Defense Secretary Robert Gates said the military must rethink whether it can afford such a massive naval fleet at a time when the Army and Marine Corps need more money to take care of troops and their families.

Monday, February 08, 2010  A spokesman says Democratic Rep. John Murtha of Pennsylvania, a retired Marine Corps officer who became an outspoken critic of the Iraq war, has died.

Friday, January 15, 2010  Students received instruction in subjects such as maintenance management, plumbing, military water supply and field sanitation.