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 | 1292.C-1-1 Reunion04Charlie Co., 1st Bn, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division held its reunion in Portland, Oregon, August 2004. Marines of Charlie Co. have been meeting since the first reunion in 1977. The original members of the company made the landing at Inchon in September 1950. Many of the unit's members are also combat veterans of World War II.
This series of photos starts with a stop at the Oregon Korean War Memorial on the outskirts of Portland, and continues through the arrival of attendees at the CP (hospitality room) on the first day, the traditional SOS breakfast the next morning, and departure for a sightseeing tour of the area after breakfast.
Next is a series of photos taken during the auction, a fund raising event where one does not dare to scratch, yawn, or even look at one of the strong arm aids to the auctioneer or before you can say "Semper Fi" you own something you didn't intend to buy.
On the third day there was a tour of the Columbia River Gorge, and a sternwheeler cruise on the river followed by a visit to the Bonneville Dam.
The photos of the last event takes place during the farewell dinner where there is evidence that these "old salts" clean up pretty well.
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Suggestions from any of the "Charlies" for photo captions are welcome. Several images are of marginal quality but included in order to provide maximum coverage of attendees.
I attempted to include everyone, but not being perfect I claim credit for all that turned out well, and make it clear that any shortcomings are entirely the fault of the reunion honcho, Al Baiocchi. I borrowed this "dump the blame" strategy from Al.
It was a great time, spent with special comrades who share a common bond. Semper Fidelis.
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| 1295.Arts In The ParkArts In The Park is held each summer in Danville's Lincoln Park. Here are some sights from the event. In addition to artists selling their art, there are also musical performances all weekend long in the bandshell.
As you can see in the photos, this year also featured a couple that impersonates President Lincoln and Mrs. Lincoln.
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 | 1297.HAROLD E. CROZIER / 1935-2008This album is dedicated to the life of Harold (Hal) E. Crozier, former Sergeant of Marines, who reported to Heaven's Gate on April 13, 2008, to assume duties as described in the last verse of the Marines' Hymn; "If the Army and the Navy Ever look on Heaven's scenes;
They will find the streets are guarded By United States Marines."
These photographs begin with 4 views of Riverside National Cemetery in Riverside, CA, followed by the arrival of friends and family, and ending with the services including Honors provided by the Marines of Semper Fi #1.
The Marines of Semper Fi #1 are a group of dedicated volunteers of former and retired Marines who provide the Honor Detail for the internment of veterans, often as many as 12 in a single day.
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| 1302.Madeline Hertz Bat MitzvahAn Amazing Celebration for a wonderful young lady! Maddie along with her family and friends danced the entire night. Madeline also impressed us all with her generosity and social awareness as she dedicated her Mitzvah to helping needy children in Ghana by sending shoes through the non-profit Project Heal. Well Done Madeline! Mazel Tov! | |
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 | 1304.SERGEANT MAJORS KIMBLE & DABNEY, USMCDuring the Relief and Appointment Ceremony at 1st Battalion, 1st Marines (1st Marine Division) on June 3, 2008, Sergeant Major Patrick L. Kimble relinquished his post of Sergeant Major of 1/1 to Sergeant Major Troy W. Dabney.
First was the arrival of the 1st Marine Division Band, playing for the guest before the ceremony, then beginning with image # 13 the photographs follow the sequence of events as described in frame #1.
The passing of the sword symbolizes the official assumption of the duties by Sergent Major Dabney. The sword is delivered to the Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Tye Wallace, by Sergent Major Kimble, and in turn is passed to the new Sergeant Major.
After the ceremony, beginning with image # 50, guests congratulate the Sergeant Majors, who are shown in the last image with their wives.
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 | 1305.Buckle & SwashFor best viewing, adjust your monitor to show all 16 shades
Monitor einstellen, so dass alle 16 Graustufen sichtbar sind |
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