FReeper Canteen ~ Road Trip: Marine Corps MWTC, California ~ 24 MAR 2009

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[laurenmarlowe]

 

 

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Road Trip: Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, California

The Mountain Warfare Training Center (MWTC) is a United States Marine Corps installation located in Pickle Meadows near Bridgeport, California. The training center exists to train units in complex compartmented terrain. The center occupies 46,000 acres of Toiyabe National Forrest under management of the U.S. Forrest Service. A letter of agreement between the Forrest Service an the Marine Corps permits the use of the area to train Marines in mountain and cold weather operations.

The Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center (MCMWTC) is one of the Corps most remote and isolated post. The center was established in 1951 as a Cold Weather Battalion with a mission of providing cold weather training for replacement personnel bound for Korea.

After the Korea conflict the name was changed to the Marine Corps Cold Weather Training Center. As a result of it’s expanded role it was renamed the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center in 1963. MCMWTC operated on a full time basis until 1967 when it was placed in a caretaker status as a result of the Vietnam War. The training center was reactivated to a full-time command on May 19th 1976.

The Marine Corps' Mountain Warfare Training Center, as a major subordinate element of Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command, and with support from Marine Corps Installations - West, conducts unit and individual training courses to prepare USMC, Joint, and Allied Forces for operations in mountainous, high altitude, and cold weather environments in support of the Regional Combatant Commanders.

Additionally, MWTC provides support to Marine Corps Combat Development Command (MCCDC); Training and Education Command; Marine Corps Systems Command; and other USMC and Department of Defense (DOD) agencies engaged in the development of warfighting doctrine and specialized equipment for use in mountain and cold weather operations.

The center is cited at 6,762 feet, with elevations in the training areas ranging to just under 12,000 feet. During the winter season (October - April) snow accumulation can rear 6 to 8 feet. Further, sever storms can deposit as much as four feet in a 12 hour period. Annual temperatures range from -20 degrees to +90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Learn More About Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center Here!

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[ConorMacNessa]

A good day, indeed! Thanks very much.

Lamh Foistenach Abu!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Mac, for the Missing Man Setting. We must never forget the sacrifice of those who gave their all for us to be free and safe.

[AZamericonnie]

Hiya Ma.....looks like you didn’t get much sleep on volcano watch!

Is it just about finished erupting cuz you need some rest!:) *Hugs*

[SandRat]

BASRA CHILDREN - U.S. Navy Capt. Robert Lansden spends a moment with local children outside Al Mobid medical center in Az Zubayar district in Basra, Iraq, March 17, 2009. Lansden is assigned to 304th Civil Affairs Brigade. U.S. Army photo by Karah Cohen

[ConorMacNessa]

So what's for dinner, Connie?

Lamh Foistenach Abu!

[TASMANIANRED]

Evening Lauren, Hugs.

[AZamericonnie]

I panko breaded some chicken tenders to bake in the oven & I have some fresh asparagus, snap peas & red bell peppers to lightly stir fry.

And just what is Master Conor making this evening?

[swmobuffalo]

Hi Taz!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mac....so far all the spewing ash has gone north. Anchorage, Wasilla, and most populated areas are north east. Assuming that there will be more, so keeping a sharp watch!

[ConorMacNessa]

Nothing - I'm on my way to your place - I have a case of Corona in the cooler. :)

Lamh Foistenach Abu!

[SandRat]

HiYa

[ConorMacNessa]

Glad it's staying away from you! Do you have breathing apparatus if it moves your way?

Lamh Foistenach Abu!

[ConorMacNessa]

Good evening, Taz!

*HUGS*

Lamh Foistenach Abu!

[AZamericonnie]

Good evening Buffy...special plans for a return celebration?

[mylife]

Mountain Warfare.

Very cool. Hooahh Marines!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Work gave out those white masks. Home is all buttoned up and windows battened down.

[ConorMacNessa]

Sounds like you're ready for the worst.

Lamh Foistenach Abu!

[ConorMacNessa]

THE SOLDIER’S CODE

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The Soldier’s Code

1) I am an American fighting man. I serve in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.

2) I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender my men while they still have the means to resist.

3) If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.

4) If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information or take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me, and will back them up in every way.

5) When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am bound to give only name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies, or harmful to their cause.

6) I will never forget that I am an American fighting man, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.

President Dwight D. Eisenhower, August, 1955.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Not much sleep at all.....no clue how many times it might erupt until it’s done. Just have to keep watch. I must get some sleep tonight. LOL! *HUGS* I am off for home, with a stop to hopefully get a printer. Mine died yesterday. Back in a bit.

[AZamericonnie]

And wouldn’t ya just know I have a few limes left on my tree?

Last night we went out to dinner to use up a gift cert we got for Christmas.

We had some blackened gator, fried crawfish, cajun frog legs, gingered sea scallops & peppered grilled shrimp.

It’s a good thing that restaurant isn’t any closer to me!:)