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Don Graves survived one of the deadliest battles of World War II as a Marine flamethrower operator during the Battle of Iwo Jima. In this powerful firsthand account, Graves reflects on 36 days of brutal combat, the sacrifice of fellow Marines, and the lessons he believes America should remember today.

Marine Corps League Detachment 1490 members Ricky Hernandez, Nate Foersch, and David Fox participated in “The Halls of Heroes,” a short documentary exploring veteran camaraderie, transition after service, and the importance of organizations like the Marine Corps League and VFW in keeping veterans connected.

MCL 1490 member Ben Ingram recently appeared on Jocko Podcast #540, sharing his story of transformation through the Marine Corps and his continued work helping veterans and families through Warriors In Need. The episode highlighted leadership, accountability, community impact, and the importance of continued service beyond the uniform.

“Hope is everything.” Mental health awareness is paramount to leadership and the whole Marine Corps concept. We understand that trying times can add unplanned stressors to the lives of our Marines. Rear Adm. Carey Cash, the Chaplain of the Marine Corps, is giving Marines the tools necessary to fight and win the unseen battles. If…

Retired U.S. #MarineCorps Sgt. Stewart Mackenzie reflects on his time as a Combat Camera Marine during the Vietnam War. Mackenzie served in the Marine Corps from February 1966 to June 1969 and served in Operations Dewey Canyon, Meade River, and Oklahoma Hills during the Vietnam War. ~ Marine Lance Cpl. Jonathan M. Sherchand

Please take a moment to watch the video. One of our goals is to establish a Color Guard team. They will be the face of the Detachment by participating in Parades, Public Events, Ceremonies, and render Funeral Honors to all Veterans of every Service Branch. More Content Coming Soon