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Once a Marine, always a Marine: Column

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Source: Alamogordo Daily News

As the Marine Corps celebrates its 251st birthday and the nation observes Veterans Day, a former Marine reflects on earning the title at Parris Island, the lifelong brotherhood of Semper Fidelis, and the parallels between military service and team sports. He honors veterans’ sacrifice and encourages young athletes who feel called to serve.

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