Combat Center News

Children of Marines and sailors with 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, line up to begin an Easter egg hunt during a spring family day at Victory Field aboard the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., March 24, 2018. The unit family readiness officer hosts events like spring family day to enhance camaraderie, bring spouses together to form positive relationships and create activities for the children. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale) - Children of Marines and sailors with 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, line up to begin an Easter egg hunt during a spring family day at Victory Field aboard the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., March 24, 2018. The unit family readiness officer hosts events like spring family day to enhance camaraderie, bring spouses together to form positive relationships and create activities for the children. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Margaret Gale)

David Pittelkow, Special Operations Forces Liaison Officer, Corps Solutions, is a retired Navy SEAL captain and former Marine Corps infantry officer. Pittelkow has maintained his ties to the military through his current line of work, which involves coordinating the integration of special forces into exercises that take place aboard the Combat Center and Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center Bridgeport, Calif. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. William Chockey) - David Pittelkow, Special Operations Forces Liaison Officer, Corps Solutions, is a retired Navy SEAL captain and former Marine Corps infantry officer. Pittelkow has maintained his ties to the military through his current line of work, which involves coordinating the integration of special forces into exercises that take place aboard the Combat Center and Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center Bridgeport, Calif. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. William Chockey)

A guest at the Havana Nights Gala & Benefit Auction makes a bid before the auction at Smith’s Ranch in Twentynine Palms, Calif., March 24, 2018. Havana Nights is an annual benefit auction hosted by the Officers’ Spouses’ Club to raise money for their Scholarship Grant Program, which provides community members with grants to continue their education. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Preston L. Morris) - A guest at the Havana Nights Gala & Benefit Auction makes a bid before the auction at Smith’s Ranch in Twentynine Palms, Calif., March 24, 2018. Havana Nights is an annual benefit auction hosted by the Officers’ Spouses’ Club to raise money for their Scholarship Grant Program, which provides community members with grants to continue their education. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Preston L. Morris)

A Marine with Alpha Company, Headquarters Battalion, shoots an M4 Carbine for tables three and four aboard the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., March 23, 2018. The annual marksmanship qualification allows Marines to validate and improve proficiency in shooting and maneuvering with their weapon. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennessa Davey) - A Marine with Alpha Company, Headquarters Battalion, shoots an M4 Carbine for tables three and four aboard the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., March 23, 2018. The annual marksmanship qualification allows Marines to validate and improve proficiency in shooting and maneuvering with their weapon. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennessa Davey)

Mark Geletko, retired Marine Corps Sergeants Major, grew up in housing projects surrounded by a large family presence. He developed a strong passion for sports and physical activities at a young age which followed him into his adult years. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennessa Davey) - Mark Geletko, retired Marine Corps Sergeants Major, grew up in housing projects surrounded by a large family presence. He developed a strong passion for sports and physical activities at a young age which followed him into his adult years. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennessa Davey)

A Marine speaks to a California Highway Patrol officer about job opportunities during the Education & Career Fair aboard the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., March 21, 2018. The Education & Career Fair is a tool for Marines looking to further their education, develop new skills and explore new career fields. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rachel K. Porter) - A Marine speaks to a California Highway Patrol officer about job opportunities during the Education & Career Fair aboard the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., March 21, 2018. The Education & Career Fair is a tool for Marines looking to further their education, develop new skills and explore new career fields. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rachel K. Porter)