FROM THE COMMANDING OFFICER: 24th MEU - Today, we grow from a 100-person headquarters element into a full force of 2,500 Marines, Sailors and civilians, representing the full breadth and depth of the Marine Corps premier forward-deployed crisis response Marine Air-Ground Task Force. To all of the Marines, Sailors, family and friends of the 24th MEU, I would like to extend a sincere welcome aboard. Its an incredible feeling to be part of this team and even though we have a lot of work ahead of us over the next few months to prepare to meet our mission in support of the nation overseas, I look forward to every day of it. My intent is that all Marines, Sailors and immediate family members, as well as all our extended support networks, remain informed about what is coming up and feel welcome as part of the 24th MEU team. During our work-up over the next several months, we will be training in a variety of places and we will do our best to ensure that the where and when is made accessible to everyone on the team. My no-communications plan is Mission First, People Always and it relies on the foundation of our Marines and Sailors strength-their families. Without the support of our loved ones, our will to accomplish the mission is in jeopardy. We want to make sure you are along for this ride with us. For our families and friends: your Marine or Sailor should be able to answer all your questions about upcoming events, however, please also feel free to turn to our Family Readiness Officer with any additional questions you may have. For the Marines and Sailors: MEUs have been conducting crisis response missions for decades-its what we do and its part of our DNA. There will surely be challenges along the way, but I am going forward with 100% confidence knowing I have 2,500 of the worlds finest men and women as part of the 24th MEU behind me. Semper Fidelis. Col. Scott F. Benedict
Posted on: Tue, 27 May 2014 20:05:00 +0000
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