Semper Chai: General Robert Magnus

Gen. Robert Magnus is assistant commandant of the Marine Corps. By Suzanne Kurtz Situated deep within the E-ring of the Pentagon, the spacious office suite of Marine Corps Gen. Robert Magnus is surprisingly quiet. Uniformed aides work purposefully outside, while Magnus reminisces about his childhood. He recalls his boyhood idol, a family friend who regaled him with stories of sinking […]

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New Marine Speaks at Lancaster, PA Synagogue

The following speech was delivered at Temple Beth El, Lancaster, Pennsylvania on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006 by Private Ethan Aaron Brooks, recent graduate (1/6/06) of Marine Corps Recruit Training at Parris Island, Platoon 3006, Mike Company. Before answering any questions about my experience with the Marine Corps, I’d like to address those of you who are now of age or […]

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