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Army Col. Maxwell Colon, National Commander of the Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America, and his wife, Linda, meet with Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, Commanding General, Marine Corps Installations-West/Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Jan. 16, 2015. Colon is a retired Army Colonel with 32 years of service who served active duty during the Vietnam War and served on the Special Operations Command staff during Desert Shield and Desert Storm.

Army Col. Maxwell Colon, National Commander of the Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America, and his wife, Linda, meet with Brig. Gen. Edward Banta, Commanding General, Marine Corps Installations-West/Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Jan. 16, 2015. Colon is a retired Army Colonel with 32 years of service who served active duty during the Vietnam War and served on the Special Operations Command staff during Desert Shield and Desert Storm.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr. announced the selection of Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Green as the next Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Jan. 20, 2015. In this 2011 image, Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Green, then serving as the Marine Forces Africa sergeant major, speaks to a group of Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force 12 Marines and sailors.

Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr. announced the selection of Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Green as the next Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Jan. 20, 2015. In this 2011 image, Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Green, then serving as the Marine Forces Africa sergeant major, speaks to a group of Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force 12 Marines and sailors.

Photo by Cpl. Jad Sleiman

Frank C. Christl of San Clemente was awarded the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal by Brig. Gen. Edward Banta for serving as a Montford Point Marine from 1944-1946 on Jan. 16.
Christl is included with the Montford Point Marines because as an officer he was instrumental in forming the 5th Depot Company and leading them to Saipan, the invasion of Okinawa, and repatriation duty in Tientsin, China.
“He is truly among the many brave and selfless Marines whose efforts helped break the barriers of segregation,” Brig. Gen. Edward Banta said about Christl. “The Congressional Gold Medal signifies the highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievement.”
“Thank you for your courage, your leadership, and your direct contribution to our Corps rich history and legacy. We are proud to have you among the ranks who have worn the cloth of our Corps in service of this great nation. Semper Fidelis,” Banta concluded.

Frank C. Christl of San Clemente was awarded the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal by Brig. Gen. Edward Banta for serving as a Montford Point Marine from 1944-1946 on Jan. 16. Christl is included with the Montford Point Marines because as an officer he was instrumental in forming the 5th Depot Company and leading them to Saipan, the invasion of Okinawa, and repatriation duty in Tientsin, China. “He is truly among the many brave and selfless Marines whose efforts helped break the barriers of segregation,” Brig. Gen. Edward Banta said about Christl. “The Congressional Gold Medal signifies the highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievement.” “Thank you for your courage, your leadership, and your direct contribution to our Corps rich history and legacy. We are proud to have you among the ranks who have worn the cloth of our Corps in service of this great nation. Semper Fidelis,” Banta concluded.

Photo by Cpl. Orrin G. Farmer

Frank C. Christl of San Clemente was awarded the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal by Brig. Gen. Edward Banta for serving as a Montford Point Marine from 1944-1946 on Jan. 16.

Christl is included with the Montford Point Marines because as an officer he was instrumental in forming the 5th Depot Company and leading them to Saipan, the invasion of Okinawa, and repatriation duty in Tientsin, China.

“He is truly among the many brave and selfless Marines whose efforts helped break the barriers of segregation,” Brig. Gen. Edward Banta said about Christl. “The Congressional Gold Medal signifies the highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievement.”

“Thank you for your courage, your leadership, and your direct contribution to our Corps rich history and legacy. We are proud to have you among the ranks who have worn the cloth of our Corps in service of this great nation. Semper Fidelis,” Banta concluded.

Frank C. Christl of San Clemente was awarded the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal by Brig. Gen. Edward Banta for serving as a Montford Point Marine from 1944-1946 on Jan. 16. Christl is included with the Montford Point Marines because as an officer he was instrumental in forming the 5th Depot Company and leading them to Saipan, the invasion of Okinawa, and repatriation duty in Tientsin, China. “He is truly among the many brave and selfless Marines whose efforts helped break the barriers of segregation,” Brig. Gen. Edward Banta said about Christl. “The Congressional Gold Medal signifies the highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievement.” “Thank you for your courage, your leadership, and your direct contribution to our Corps rich history and legacy. We are proud to have you among the ranks who have worn the cloth of our Corps in service of this great nation. Semper Fidelis,” Banta concluded.

Photo by Cpl. Orrin G. Farmer

Frank C. Christl of San Clemente was awarded the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal by Brig. Gen. Edward Banta for serving as a Montford Point Marine from 1944-1946 on Jan. 16.

Christl is included with the Montford Point Marines because as an officer he was instrumental in forming the 5th Depot Company and leading them to Saipan, the invasion of Okinawa, and repatriation duty in Tientsin, China.

“He is truly among the many brave and selfless Marines whose efforts helped break the barriers of segregation,” Brig. Gen. Edward Banta said about Christl. “The Congressional Gold Medal signifies the highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievement.”

“Thank you for your courage, your leadership, and your direct contribution to our Corps rich history and legacy. We are proud to have you among the ranks who have worn the cloth of our Corps in service of this great nation. Semper Fidelis,” Banta concluded.

Frank C. Christl of San Clemente was awarded the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal by Brig. Gen. Edward Banta for serving as a Montford Point Marine from 1944-1946 on Jan. 16. Christl is included with the Montford Point Marines because as an officer he was instrumental in forming the 5th Depot Company and leading them to Saipan, the invasion of Okinawa, and repatriation duty in Tientsin, China. “He is truly among the many brave and selfless Marines whose efforts helped break the barriers of segregation,” Brig. Gen. Edward Banta said about Christl. “The Congressional Gold Medal signifies the highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievement.” “Thank you for your courage, your leadership, and your direct contribution to our Corps rich history and legacy. We are proud to have you among the ranks who have worn the cloth of our Corps in service of this great nation. Semper Fidelis,” Banta concluded.

Photo by Cpl. Orrin G. Farmer

Hundreds of Camp Pendleton children come together most Saturdays to play some version of organized sports as part of the base Youth Sports program. With more than 700 kids and 60 teams, Camp Pendleton's Youth Soccer program is the largest of all the recreational sports on base.

Hundreds of Camp Pendleton children come together most Saturdays to play some version of organized sports as part of the base Youth Sports program. With more than 700 kids and 60 teams, Camp Pendleton's Youth Soccer program is the largest of all the recreational sports on base.

Photo by Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton Public Affairs

Camp Pendleton’s Single Marine Program offers unique trips and activities for single Marines and Sailors here on base, to include trips to Big Bear Lake, San Francisco, Las Vegas, a white water rafting trip and a Grand Canyon Camping trip.

Camp Pendleton’s Single Marine Program offers unique trips and activities for single Marines and Sailors here on base, to include trips to Big Bear Lake, San Francisco, Las Vegas, a white water rafting trip and a Grand Canyon Camping trip.

Photo by Courtesy Photo from Single Marine Program

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- The Miramar Falcons secured their spot in the semi-finals with a dominant 30-0 win over the 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion Gators during the opening game here, Oct. 21.

(Photo by: Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca)

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- The Miramar Falcons secured their spot in the semi-finals with a dominant 30-0 win over the 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion Gators during the opening game here, Oct. 21. (Photo by: Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca)

Photo by Sgt. Trevon S. Peracca

The ROICC is planning to close the Las Pulgas Gate and a portion of Las Pulgas Road from 0600 to 2300 on 10 Jan 15 as part of a MILCON project to install a cross-base water line. Las Pulgas Road will remain open east of the Stuart Mesa Road intersection. Traffic bound for training and cantonment areas in the vicinity of the Las Pulgas Gate should use the Basilone Gate or the Main Gate during the closure.

The ROICC is planning to close the Las Pulgas Gate and a portion of Las Pulgas Road from 0600 to 2300 on 10 Jan 15 as part of a MILCON project to install a cross-base water line. Las Pulgas Road will remain open east of the Stuart Mesa Road intersection. Traffic bound for training and cantonment areas in the vicinity of the Las Pulgas Gate should use the Basilone Gate or the Main Gate during the closure.

Photo by Cpl. Shaltiel Dominguez

The Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton South Water System received slightly higher than normal positive tests for coliform bacteria which requires public notification. That notification, which can be accessed through the link provided below, highlights that follow-on, confirmation testing has been conducted; that those tests were within permitted limits; and that there are no actions required by you, our customers. We continue to closely monitor the Base's water systems to ensure the quality is protective of the health of our Marines, sailors, families, and the employees that live and work on Camp Pendleton.

The Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton South Water System received slightly higher than normal positive tests for coliform bacteria which requires public notification. That notification, which can be accessed through the link provided below, highlights that follow-on, confirmation testing has been conducted; that those tests were within permitted limits; and that there are no actions required by you, our customers. We continue to closely monitor the Base's water systems to ensure the quality is protective of the health of our Marines, sailors, families, and the employees that live and work on Camp Pendleton.

Photo by Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton

Stop suicide before it kills. The following prevention resources are available for free: Chaplains, Marine Corps Suicide Prevention Program, Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-TALK), Behavioral Health Counselors 843-228-6126/1620, Military & Family Life Counselors 843-340-2589/843-592-2075, Military OneSource, and the National Suicide Hotline (1-800-SUICIDE).

Stop suicide before it kills. The following prevention resources are available for free: Chaplains, Marine Corps Suicide Prevention Program, Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-TALK), Behavioral Health Counselors 843-228-6126/1620, Military & Family Life Counselors 843-340-2589/843-592-2075, Military OneSource, and the National Suicide Hotline (1-800-SUICIDE).

Photo by Cpl. Sarah Cherry

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- Sgt. Daniel E. Norris, Officer Russell Palmeri and Cpl. Lance F. Bryant were presented with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for meritorious service and the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service award, for heroic actions that saved the life of a Marine, at the Military Police Department headquarters building here, Dec. 17.

Norris and Bryant are military police patrolmen and Palmeri is a civilian police officer with the Marine Corps Police Department, Security and Emergency Services Battalion here.

(Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson)

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- Sgt. Daniel E. Norris, Officer Russell Palmeri and Cpl. Lance F. Bryant were presented with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for meritorious service and the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service award, for heroic actions that saved the life of a Marine, at the Military Police Department headquarters building here, Dec. 17. Norris and Bryant are military police patrolmen and Palmeri is a civilian police officer with the Marine Corps Police Department, Security and Emergency Services Battalion here. (Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Brig. Gen. Edward Banta visited each of the five on-base schools over the last two weeks as part of the commanding general's annual tour. The purpose of the visits are to meet the faculty and students, to see how each campus operates, and to identify and problems that need to be fixed.

Brig. Gen. Edward Banta visited each of the five on-base schools over the last two weeks as part of the commanding general's annual tour. The purpose of the visits are to meet the faculty and students, to see how each campus operates, and to identify and problems that need to be fixed.

Photo by MCCS Camp Pendleton - School Liaison Office

Base residents participated in a Family Readiness Resource Fair conducted by Marine Corps Community Services' Marine Corps Family Team Building group at the Stuart Mesa Housing area, here Dec. 10. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson/Released)

Base residents participated in a Family Readiness Resource Fair conducted by Marine Corps Community Services' Marine Corps Family Team Building group at the Stuart Mesa Housing area, here Dec. 10. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson/Released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Marines compete on the 300 yard line during the Commanding General's Cup Rifle and Pistol matches at range 214, Dec. 8.(Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson/Released)

Marines compete on the 300 yard line during the Commanding General's Cup Rifle and Pistol matches at range 214, Dec. 8.(Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson/Released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia Sorenson

Marines compete on the 300 yard line during the Commanding General's Cup Rifle and Pistol matches at range 214, Dec. 8.
(Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson/Released)

Marines compete on the 300 yard line during the Commanding General's Cup Rifle and Pistol matches at range 214, Dec. 8. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson/Released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia Sorenson

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Around 200 children showed up at the Paige Fieldhouse with their parents to have lunch with Santa, Dec. 6. The event was put on by Marine Corps Community Services with volunteers from the Mater Dei High School. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia Sorenson)

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Around 200 children showed up at the Paige Fieldhouse with their parents to have lunch with Santa, Dec. 6. The event was put on by Marine Corps Community Services with volunteers from the Mater Dei High School. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia Sorenson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia Sorenson

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Around 200 children showed up at the Paige Fieldhouse with their parents to have lunch with Santa, Dec. 6. The event was put on by Marine Corps Community Services with volunteers from the Mater Dei High School. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia Sorenson)

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Around 200 children showed up at the Paige Fieldhouse with their parents to have lunch with Santa, Dec. 6. The event was put on by Marine Corps Community Services with volunteers from the Mater Dei High School. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia Sorenson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia Sorenson

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- A Christmas tree giveaway for service members was held at the Paige Fieldhouse parking lot here, Dec. 5. Approximately 1,000 Marines, Sailors and family members received Christmas trees and other giveaways through the Trees for Troops program.(Photos by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson)

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- A Christmas tree giveaway for service members was held at the Paige Fieldhouse parking lot here, Dec. 5. Approximately 1,000 Marines, Sailors and family members received Christmas trees and other giveaways through the Trees for Troops program.(Photos by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- A Christmas tree giveaway for service members was held at the Paige Fieldhouse parking lot here, Dec. 5. Approximately 1,000 Marines, Sailors and family members received Christmas trees and other giveaways through the Trees for Troops program.(Photos by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson)

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- A Christmas tree giveaway for service members was held at the Paige Fieldhouse parking lot here, Dec. 5. Approximately 1,000 Marines, Sailors and family members received Christmas trees and other giveaways through the Trees for Troops program.(Photos by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson