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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDELTON, Calif. – Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit prepare to enter the gas chamber as part of annual gas chamber confidence training here May 8. The 11th MEU’s goal is to complete CBRN confidence training every quarter while still completing the annual gas chamber training requirement. - MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDELTON, Calif. – Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit prepare to enter the gas chamber as part of annual gas chamber confidence training here May 8. The 11th MEU’s goal is to complete CBRN confidence training every quarter while still completing the annual gas chamber training requirement.

11th MEU Participates in Gas Chamber Training

Another day, another training exercise. The 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit has participated in many training events and annual training requirements. MEU personnel demonstrated once again that they are ready for any circumstance. On May 8, the 11th MEU participated in an annual Confidence Chamber training exercise. “A lot of people look at this

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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. – Lance Cpl. Alexander Garcia, a telephone systems/personal computer intermediate repairer with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, executes “counter to the lead hand punch” as part of the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program training here April 29. MCMAP is a hand-to-hand combat system that Marines use as a means of self-defense. MCMAP is an amalgamation of techniques that are influenced by many other established martial arts. - MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. – Lance Cpl. Alexander Garcia, a telephone systems/personal computer intermediate repairer with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, executes “counter to the lead hand punch” as part of the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program training here April 29. MCMAP is a hand-to-hand combat system that Marines use as a means of self-defense. MCMAP is an amalgamation of techniques that are influenced by many other established martial arts.

What is MCMAP?

The Marine Corps Martial Arts Program, in its basic form, is an abundance of hand-to-hand combat techniques that enable the user to use his body as a weapon. From an outside perspective, combat skills are the only thing MCMAP offers, but Marines who participate in MCMAP recognize the intangible benefits of the program. “MCMAP emphasizes three core

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U.S. Marine PFC Franco M. Estabillo, Jr., administrative clerk, 11TH Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) listens to instructions for use of the M50 gas mask during chemical, biological, radioactive and nuclear (CBRN) training aboard Camp Pendleton, CA, April 19, 2013. The MEU undergoes annual CBRN training to keep personnel mission ready and to familiarize Marines and Sailors with special CBRN equipment. (Photo by: Cpl Jonathan R. Waldman, 11TH MEU Combat Camera) - U.S. Marine PFC Franco M. Estabillo, Jr., administrative clerk, 11TH Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) listens to instructions for use of the M50 gas mask during chemical, biological, radioactive and nuclear (CBRN) training aboard Camp Pendleton, CA, April 19, 2013. The MEU undergoes annual CBRN training to keep personnel mission ready and to familiarize Marines and Sailors with special CBRN equipment. (Photo by: Cpl Jonathan R. Waldman, 11TH MEU Combat Camera)

Pride of the Pacific maintains readiness

The 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's primary mission is to be a rapid response force able to conduct amphibious operations under the most adverse conditions. To consistently accomplish this mission, the MEU participates in various training exercises to sharpen and maintain readiness skills. Marines with the 11th MEU participated in Chemical,

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Col Matthew G. Trollinger, commanding officer, 11TH Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), and Maj Michael N. Estes observe the pass in review during a change of command ceremony on Camp Pendleton, Calif., March 28, 2013. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jonathan R. Waldman/Released) - Col Matthew G. Trollinger, commanding officer, 11TH Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), and Maj Michael N. Estes observe the pass in review during a change of command ceremony on Camp Pendleton, Calif., March 28, 2013. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jonathan R. Waldman/Released)

11th Marine Expeditionary Unit Changes Command

The Marine Corps is known for being a traditional branch of service, which prides itself on being able to uphold what Marines have practiced since 1775. One of the distinguishing traditions that the Marine Corps has is the change of command ceremony. The ceremony marks the occasion where the responsibility and authority of a single unit is

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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON- A Marine with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit does pull-ups as part of a physical fitness test here March 22. - MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON- A Marine with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit does pull-ups as part of a physical fitness test here March 22.

PFT good for you, good for me

Pull-ups, crunches, and a three-mile run. At first glance,, these exercises are just three basic ways to improve fitness. In the Marine Corps, these three exercises make up the physical fitness test, a pivotal measure that determine a Marine's path in their career. The 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit has made it a priority to maintain readiness

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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Maj. Louis Lecher, the operations officer, demonstrates a counter to the round punch as part of a physical training session here. Marines and Sailors with the 11TH Marine Expeditionary Unit participate in unit physical training on Camp Pendleton, Calif, March 15, 2013. Integrating Marine Corps Martial Arts Program, The 11TH MEU is currently in post-deployment training.(Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Jonathan Waldman/released) - MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Maj. Louis Lecher, the operations officer, demonstrates a counter to the round punch as part of a physical training session here. Marines and Sailors with the 11TH Marine Expeditionary Unit participate in unit physical training on Camp Pendleton, Calif, March 15, 2013. Integrating Marine Corps Martial Arts Program, The 11TH MEU is currently in post-deployment training.(Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Jonathan Waldman/released)

11th MEU runs obstacle course

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Another day, another physical training session. Typically, PT for Marines consists of weight lifting, cross-fit training and running in formation while screaming motivated cadences that few outside the Marine Corps would understand. While these methods are considered effective in maintaining the Marine

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11th MEU promotes and awards personnel

"Marines to be awarded, center!" This phrase is one of the more welcoming commands that Marines receive throughout their careers. There are many scenarios that call for Marines to accomplish extra tasks and work longer hours. Sometimes the mission demands Marines dedicate more of their time and energy to get the job done. On March 1, 11th Marine

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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Marines with Medium Helicopter Training Squadron 64 prepare to receive graduation honors as part of an HMMT 64 graduation ceremony here, Feb. 20. The eight Marines made history and became the last trainees to graduate with the CH-46 Sea Knight and will transition from using the CH-46 to the MV-22 Osprey. The Marine Corps has utilized the CH-46 Sea Knight since 1964.( Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl Demetrius Morgan/released) - MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Marines with Medium Helicopter Training Squadron 64 prepare to receive graduation honors as part of an HMMT 64 graduation ceremony here, Feb. 20. The eight Marines made history and became the last trainees to graduate with the CH-46 Sea Knight and will transition from using the CH-46 to the MV-22 Osprey. The Marine Corps has utilized the CH-46 Sea Knight since 1964.( Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl Demetrius Morgan/released)

Goodbye CH-46

As time goes by, rules, ideas and even traditions are subject to change at any given moment. The Marine Corps, over the years, has gone through many changes to either enhance fighting capabilities or to evolve as a rapid reaction military force. On Feb 20, 2013, Eight Marines with Medium Helicopter Training Squadron received their wings and became

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CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. – A child plays with a Christmas toy during a 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit Christmas celebration here Dec. 14. Children also made Christmas cards and received gifts and sweets, but had to be careful because the Grinch was right around the corner waiting for the right opportunity to steal anything that he could get his hands on. - CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. – A child plays with a Christmas toy during a 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit Christmas celebration here Dec. 14. Children also made Christmas cards and received gifts and sweets, but had to be careful because the Grinch was right around the corner waiting for the right opportunity to steal anything that he could get his hands on.

11th MEU throws early Christmas bash

In the nearly six months since returning from deployment, the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit has maintained a vigorous training cycle to maintain its status as a rapid response force. From ranges, to hikes, to annual qualifications, the 11th MEU has participated in a variety of events to ensure readiness among both new and seasoned Marines. In

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SAN DIEGO, Calif. - HM3 Kevin Daniels, a Corpsman with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, receives a Christmas tree from The San Diego County Master Gardeners Association here, Dec. 9, as a gesture of appreciation for his military service. During the holidays, the Master Gardeners focus their efforts on distributing items like Christmas trees, decorations, and gifts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan/RELEASED) - SAN DIEGO, Calif. - HM3 Kevin Daniels, a Corpsman with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, receives a Christmas tree from The San Diego County Master Gardeners Association here, Dec. 9, as a gesture of appreciation for his military service. During the holidays, the Master Gardeners focus their efforts on distributing items like Christmas trees, decorations, and gifts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Demetrius Morgan/RELEASED)

For Corpsman, Christmas cheer comes early

HM3 Kevin Daniels II, a Corpsman with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, received a Christmas donation from The San Diego County Master Gardner Association here, Dec. 9, as a gesture of appreciation for his military service. The San Diego County Master Gardener Association is made up of volunteers trained and supervised by the University of

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