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Briana Menendez gives a high five to the Mayor of Fort Worth, Mayor Michael J. Moncrief, moments after she is made an Honorary Marine during a ceremony at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base here Jan. 25.

Briana Menendez gives a high five to the Mayor of Fort Worth, Mayor Michael J. Moncrief, moments after she is made an Honorary Marine during a ceremony at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base here Jan. 25.

Photo by Marine Cpl. Kyle T. Ramirez

Raymond Kiemel, a former drill instructor, recruiter and two-time war veteran, talks with drill instructors aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Calif., May 2. Kiemel was a drill instructor in the early 1950s. In his final platoon, Kiemel trained Larry Toal, the father of 8th Marine Corps District commanding officer, Col. Mark Toal.

Raymond Kiemel, a former drill instructor, recruiter and two-time war veteran, talks with drill instructors aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Calif., May 2. Kiemel was a drill instructor in the early 1950s. In his final platoon, Kiemel trained Larry Toal, the father of 8th Marine Corps District commanding officer, Col. Mark Toal.

Photo by Photo by Staff Sgt. Jeff Janowiec

Raymond Kiemel and Col. Mark Toal, commanding officer of 8th Marine Corps District, meet for the first time in March 2008. Kiemel was a drill instructor for Toal's father in 1953. Toal felt compelled to meet the man whom his father had shared so many stories about.

Raymond Kiemel and Col. Mark Toal, commanding officer of 8th Marine Corps District, meet for the first time in March 2008. Kiemel was a drill instructor for Toal's father in 1953. Toal felt compelled to meet the man whom his father had shared so many stories about.

Photo by Courtesy of Col. Mark Toal

Marine Gunnery Sgt. Robert M. Purnell, keeps an eye out at Recruiting Station Fort Worth here. Purnell, who was recently meritoriously promoted to his current rank, is known amongst his fellow Marines of RS Fort Worth as “Super Recruiter.” Mostly because of his achievements as a recruiter as well and physical achievements. He is also has perfect scores in the Marine Corps Combat Fitness Test and Physical fitness Test.

Marine Gunnery Sgt. Robert M. Purnell, keeps an eye out at Recruiting Station Fort Worth here. Purnell, who was recently meritoriously promoted to his current rank, is known amongst his fellow Marines of RS Fort Worth as “Super Recruiter.” Mostly because of his achievements as a recruiter as well and physical achievements. He is also has perfect scores in the Marine Corps Combat Fitness Test and Physical fitness Test.

Photo by Sgt. Ray Lewis

Capt. Richard Birt, the pilot for the 8th Marine Corps District, speaks to the first group of participants for the Marine Corps Flight Orientation Program March 8. Fifty people participated in the program over the two days at the Rocky Mountain Regional Airport in Broomfield, Colo.

Capt. Richard Birt, the pilot for the 8th Marine Corps District, speaks to the first group of participants for the Marine Corps Flight Orientation Program March 8. Fifty people participated in the program over the two days at the Rocky Mountain Regional Airport in Broomfield, Colo.

Photo by Sgt. Justin Pack

Kathryn Evezich, a sophomore at the University of Colorado, smiles at the camera during her interview with Channel 9 News, March 8. Evezich was a participant for the Marine Corps Flight Orientation Program being held at the Rocky Mountain Regional Airport in Broomfield, Colo.

Kathryn Evezich, a sophomore at the University of Colorado, smiles at the camera during her interview with Channel 9 News, March 8. Evezich was a participant for the Marine Corps Flight Orientation Program being held at the Rocky Mountain Regional Airport in Broomfield, Colo.

Photo by Sgt. Justin Pack

Brooke Thacker interviews Capt. Richard Birt for Channel 9 News’ morning program March 8. Birt was at the Rocky Mountain Regional Airport for the Marine Corps Flight Orientation Program being held for the Denver Officer Selection Office.

Brooke Thacker interviews Capt. Richard Birt for Channel 9 News’ morning program March 8. Birt was at the Rocky Mountain Regional Airport for the Marine Corps Flight Orientation Program being held for the Denver Officer Selection Office.

Photo by Sgt. Justin Pack

Briana Menendez poses at age 11.

Briana Menendez poses at age 11.

Photo by Master Sgt. Larry Menendez

Officer Selection Station Houston makes their way through the woods at Sam Houston State Park, Feb. 27. The hike was led my Recruiting Station Houston's Commanding Officer, Maj. Jason Borovies.

Officer Selection Station Houston makes their way through the woods at Sam Houston State Park, Feb. 27. The hike was led my Recruiting Station Houston's Commanding Officer, Maj. Jason Borovies.

Photo by Sgt. Alex Herron

2nd Lt. Austin Vyoral ensures the candidates stay close during the annual hump with OSS Houston at Sam Houston State Park, February 27.

2nd Lt. Austin Vyoral ensures the candidates stay close during the annual hump with OSS Houston at Sam Houston State Park, February 27.

Photo by Sgt. Alex Herron

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Photo by Cpl. C. Alex Herron

Marines with Marine Air Control Squadron 23 present the colors on top of the putting greens at Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Course in Aurora, Colo. The golf course was host to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation's 4th Annual Golf Classic and Fund Drive of Colorado.

Marines with Marine Air Control Squadron 23 present the colors on top of the putting greens at Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Course in Aurora, Colo. The golf course was host to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation's 4th Annual Golf Classic and Fund Drive of Colorado.

Photo by Cpl. Renee C. Krusemark

Sergeant James Crimmins, canvassing recruiter, Recruiting Sub-staion Bartlesville, Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, presents the benefits of a Marine Corps career to a potential applicant. Crimmins posted seven contracts in one month, a first for the 8th Marine Corps District this fiscal year.

Sergeant James Crimmins, canvassing recruiter, Recruiting Sub-staion Bartlesville, Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, presents the benefits of a Marine Corps career to a potential applicant. Crimmins posted seven contracts in one month, a first for the 8th Marine Corps District this fiscal year.

Photo by Sgt. Ryan Smith

Sgt. James Crimmins wrote seven new applicant contracts in the month of June, a first for 8th Marine Corps District this fiscal year, and a first for RS Oklahoma City since September 2003.

Sgt. James Crimmins wrote seven new applicant contracts in the month of June, a first for 8th Marine Corps District this fiscal year, and a first for RS Oklahoma City since September 2003.

Photo by Sgt. Ryan Smith

Sergeant Lisa Rosborough sprints past the competition in the 200 meter dash during her run for three Gold medals in the 30-34 year old division of the Masters Outdoor Championships.

Sergeant Lisa Rosborough sprints past the competition in the 200 meter dash during her run for three Gold medals in the 30-34 year old division of the Masters Outdoor Championships.

Photo by Sedardesign.com

Eric Dietz is brought to his knees as he looks at the uniform of his brother Petty Officer 2nd Class Danny Dietz. Danny Dietz, a Navy SEAL, recieved a silver star for his actions with Naval Speical Warfare Task Unit in Afghanistan June 2005. Dietz was one of the fallen servicemembers honored at "Remembering the Brave" July 22 at the Radisson Hotel in Aurora, Colo.

Eric Dietz is brought to his knees as he looks at the uniform of his brother Petty Officer 2nd Class Danny Dietz. Danny Dietz, a Navy SEAL, recieved a silver star for his actions with Naval Speical Warfare Task Unit in Afghanistan June 2005. Dietz was one of the fallen servicemembers honored at "Remembering the Brave" July 22 at the Radisson Hotel in Aurora, Colo.

Photo by Cpl. Renee C. Krusemark

The citation for Lance Cpl. Gregory Rund's bronze star was placed in front of his uniform at the "Remembering the Brave" ceremony July 22 at the Radisson Hotel in Aurora, Colo.

The citation for Lance Cpl. Gregory Rund's bronze star was placed in front of his uniform at the "Remembering the Brave" ceremony July 22 at the Radisson Hotel in Aurora, Colo.

Photo by Cpl. Renee C. Krusemark

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Photo by Sgt. Virgil P. Richardson

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Photo by Sgt. Virgil P. Richardson