Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany

Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany

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Dozens of active-duty, retirees, veterans as well as civilians listen as guest speaker, Julie Robbins, natural resources manager, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, recaps decades of the base’s history at the installation’s Veterans Breakfast, recently. The monthly event, which was held at the Town and Country’s Grand Ballroom, features guest speakers, who share relevant information with attendees on various topics and points of interest to the military community.

Toys for Tots Program staff members collect toys for the 2016 Toys for Tots campaign aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Ga., recently.

Julie Robbins (center), natural resources manager, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, addresses dozens of attendees at the installation’s monthly Veterans Breakfast at Town and Country’s Grand Ballroom, recently. Robbins, who was guest speaker at the event, recapped some of MCLB Albany’s history as it relates to many of the natural inhabitants and vegetation, which have been preserved over the years.

Recapping an era during his tour of duty at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, retired Marine Warrant Officer Donald Dally, shares stories of his wild-game hunting experiences and the installation’s wildlife population to dozens in attendance at the installation’s monthly Veterans Breakfast, recently. The event, which was held at Town and Country’s Grand Ballroom, here, was facilitated by Julie Robbins, natural resources manager, MCLB Albany.

Dozens of active-duty, retirees, veterans as well as civilians listen as guest speaker, Julie Robbins, natural resources manager, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, recaps decades of the base’s history at the installation’s Veterans Breakfast, recently. The monthly event, which was held at the Town and Country’s Grand Ballroom, features guest speakers, who share relevant information with attendees on various topics and points of interest to the military community.

Dozens of active-duty, retirees, veterans as well as civilians listen as guest speaker, Julie Robbins, natural resources manager, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, recaps decades of the base’s history at the installation’s Veterans Breakfast, recently. The monthly event, which was held at the Town and Country’s Grand Ballroom, features guest speakers, who share relevant information with attendees on various topics and points of interest to the military community.

Santa Clause poses with a young child at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Dec. 9.

A young boy meets Santa Clause and tells him his Christmas list at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Dec. 9.

Children play candy cane fishing at a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Dec. 9.

A hungry child reaches for her cookie during a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Dec. 9.

Children from Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany’s Child Development Center sing Christmas songs during a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Dec. 9.

A law enforcement officer, Marine Corps Police Department, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, scans the identification card of a driver entering the base using the RAPIDGate system. The new scanners added an additional layer of security for base residents, personnel and patrons on the installation and went into full effect for motorists seeking access at MCLB Albany’s sentry checkpoints, May 1.

Lance Cpl. Darin Brooks, (right), Marine Corps Martial Arts Program student, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, performs a rear hand punch on Pfc. Mykerria Johnson, MCMAP student, training pad, Nov. 21.

Lance Cpl. Darin Brooks, Marine Corps Martial Arts Program student, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, performs a roundhouse kick while Pfc. Mykerria Johnson, MCMAP student, holds a training pad during a training session at the Dojo aboard the installation, Nov. 21.

Sgt. Josue Balbuena, (left), Marine Corps Martial Arts Program instructor, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, demonstrates to Pfc. Mykerria Johnson, MCMAP student, how to properly conduct an escort noncompliant take-down on Lance Cpl. Darin Brooks, MCMAP student, Nov. 21.

Pfc. Mykerria Johnson, (center), Marine Corps Martial Arts Program student, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, executes a counter to the overhand grab technique as Lance Cpl. Darin Brooks, MCMAP student, tries to grab her simulated rifle while Sgt. Josue Balbuena, MCMAP instructor, observes, Nov. 21.

Pfc. Mykerria Johnson, (left), Marine Corps Martial Arts Program student, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, conducts an uppercut on Lance Cpl. Darin Brooks, MCMAP student, training pad, Nov. 21.

November represents a time of celebration for Marines past and present, who have served and sacrificed in their beloved Corps. What better way to wrap up the Marine Corps’ 241-year legacy, than with a bit of history on the “distinctive dress blue uniform,” which is worn in honor and with pride. Semper Fi, Marines. To read more, click the photo or visit: http://www.marines.com/history-heritage/timeline.

The Fallen Comrade Table stands as a reminder of those who are still missing in action and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. The table is set for one, however there are many represented by the single chair.

Phillip Partin, fire chief (fourth from right), and Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany’s Fire and Rescue team continue to show their support in the fight against breast cancer by wearing pink T-shirts during the observance month. Although the month of October is set aside annually to raise awareness of the illness, health officials provide ongoing updates and educational resources for detecting and mitigating potential risks.