AL ASAD, Iraq (Mar. 30, 2006) -- A Marine's eyes stared intensely at the loudspeaker on the small talk-box, as a voice flowed through the static. Indirect fire had smashed into the starlit streets only moments ago, and the reaction plan was already in effect. The Marine then began relaying transmissions, setting up networks and stabilizing communications for the Tactical Air Command Center, as the air base came alive in the dark of night. Marines with Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron 38, Marine Air Control Group 38, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, are in charge of the Tactical Air Command Center...