Voltitilar, payment for delher to MCAS I ,,ing/S1 per four week period. N'01.. 11 NO. 15 K %NEMO:: 11A) . HAWAII. NOV. 10, 1982 TWENTY-FOUR PAGES Happy Birthday Marines Birthday messages It's my honor as commander-in- chief to extend congratulations to the United States Marines on their 207th anniversary. As Marines,, you're upholding an honored tradition stretching back through our history to 1775. Your motto, "Semper Fidelis" - always faithful - says it all. Whenever and wherever our country is needed, you were there, from riggings of ships during the American Revolution to the brutal island battlefields of the second world war. As we celebrate your birthday, your fellow Marines stand watch in Beirut. Their mission in the finest tradition of the corps is that of peacekeepers. Today, we peace is understand that through strength , ' , more than a slogan. In a world such as ours it's a moral necessity .96,* and in the tough job of preserving the peace and defending our nation's independence and freedom, the United States Marines agr have always been there, ready to do their duty. I'm grateful for this opportunity to thank all of you for upholding this noble mission. Whether on the land, sea or air, you're making your family, friends and country safer by what you do. This is a precious gift and we're grateful for it. So, to the United States Marines, Happy Birthday, congratulations, and carry on. President Ronald Reagan Greetings to the world's most elite fighting force on the occasion of your 207th birthday. You may be justifiably proud that your enduring reputation for military professionalism, for courage and valor, for honor, and for your famed spirit is not surpassed by any military organization in the world. None. For you, "first to fight" and "semper fidelis" are not mere slogans. They are the essence of the Marines, high standards of morale, training, and readiness. They are the essence of each Marine. As your fellow Marines ashore in Lebanon have again - as so often in the past - spearheaded America's continued efforts in pursuit of world peace, you may reflect on a magnificent history spanning over two centuries. Your fellow Americans are most grateful for the sacrifices that you and your families have made in the past, and are making today in a turbulent world of swiftly changing and often threatening conditions. Never before have the exemplary qualities of the Marine Corps been more important to America than they are today. It is with the deepest pride and respect that I send these greetings to each Marine. I want you to know I consider it a high honor to serve with such a peerless organization. Happy Birthday to each of you, and to each member of your families - Marines all. Arrugah. John Lehman, ...secretary of the Marine Corps Adesweissiehessesiesielv We, who are Marines, are the most fortunate of American men and women. We are entrusted with the privilege of service in a Corps unsurpassed in valor, fidelity, and success. In the two hundred seven years of our history, Marines have responded to protect the nation's interest - from Nassau to Lebanon and every clime and place between. On this special day, as always, those who rely on us can be confident that, if needed, we are ready. As we celebrate this birthday, I can propose no more appropriate words than those which have characterized Marines since 1775, and which I am certain will continue to distinguish Marines for generations to come SEMPER FIDELIS! - R.H. Barrow General, U.S. Marine Corps Commandant of the Marine Corps 207 years old Veterans Day, a grateful nation remembers with national salute to day for all citizens tb recall battles system - 107 cemeteries, America's opening in the next veterans on Nov. 11 is an and dark periods of adversity. It is several more annual time for prayers, parades, a day to remember bright few years. and bravery. and speakers attempting to victories, devotion, Since 1944, 19 million veterans emulate an address delivered 119 Most importantly, perhaps, it is and active duty personnel have years ago. a day when a grateful Nation received educational benefits There was no Veterans Day rededicates itself to Lincoln's call under the GI Bill. then. There was only a time of on the Congress and the American great uncertainty during a "to care for him who shall The VA sends compensation - people totaling $12.5 bloody struggle when Abraham have borne the battle, and for his and pension checks - to 5 million Lincoln spoke of an obligation to widow, and his orphan." billion a year so the Nation has become the recipients. those who died This charge insurance might endure: of an agency that honors It administers a life motto than $100 "It is for us, the living ... to be veterans all year long. program with more policies. dedicated here to the unfinished The Veterans Administration is billion worth of work which they have thus far so the third largest agency in govern- For while it is large - large in nobly advanced." ment. It has 230,000 employees buildings, large in range of "It is . for us to be hem and a $24 billion budget. large in dollars the task activities, - dedicated to the great The VA has 172 medical centers VA must also be large in remaining before us - that from and 226 outpatient clinics which individual dedication and these honored dead we take treated 1.3 million inpatients and compassion. increased devotion to that cause 18 million outpatiehts last year. More than any other govern- for which they gave their last full The VA also has 136 outreach Vet ment agency, the VA is people measure of devotion .. ." Centers to serve veterans, helping people. The meaning in Lincoln's words VA medicine is affiliated with is enhanced today by the fact that more than 100 of the Nation's One at a time, its people meet 85 percent of today's 30 million leading medical schools. Its with veterans - in hospitals, American veterans served during medical budget is more than $6 clinics, and offices ... in person, on their country's wars. billion a year. the telephone, or by mail - and solve some in the Wilmington, But Veterans Day is more Since 197:1, the VA has been help with some need or 'BENEFITS COUNSELING - Roy Seaman benefits with Eugene Schley important than statistics. It is a running the notional cemetery problem. (right) holds a bedside discussion of veterans Del., VA Medical Center. and writers of the Navy or the 11.S. Marine Corps. Opinions expressed by publishers Published by RFD Publications, Inc., a private firm in no way connected with the Department publication Navy or the 11.S. Marine Corps. The appearance of advertisements in this be considered an official expression of the Department of the herein are their own and not to Marine Corps of the firms, products or services advertised. including inserts, does not constitute an endorsement by the Department of the Navy or the U.S. Page A-2, Nov. 10, 1982 nation, while in its and seven years ago, this Two hundred men, the Marines. infancy, created a small, elite force of fighting women of the United States Marine Since that time, the men and extraordinary 111 in peace and war demonstrating Corps have existed the foundations upon courage, spirit and dedication, to protect was built. which this nation year of proud and the 1st Marine celebrate yet another On this our 207th anniversary, the Marines of Today, all Marines on our individual during the to our country. As we look back Brigade can be justly proud of their accomplishments dedicated service great satisfaction in spanning the Pacific and Indian collective accomplishments, we can take past year. Successful deployments and to a strong and ready and at training areas occasion the 207th birthday anniversary of our Marine we are part of and have contributed Oceans from the Aleutions to Diego Garcia On this of knowing and each Marine's top within the Hawaiian Islands have demonstrated the professional Corps, I wish to extend my warmest personal regards and greetings Corps. Everyone's job has been important future. excellence has come to be characteristic of all Marines. These to all Marines assigned to the Fleet Marine force, Marine Corps effort is required as we look to the that here at Marine Corps Air other achievements have added to your reputation and Bases and Marine Security Forces throughout the Pacific. Marines and their family members and many significant progress over the have shown that you are sicombat force in readiness, prepared to As we continue into our third century of service, it has become Station, Kaneohe Bay have witnessed improved and constructed, and peace. that we Marines will continue to play a past year. Facilities are being both serve the cause of freedom increasingly apparent refined, the Air Station in the annals of the destiny of our nation. such as Special Services are being The "Esprit de Corps" that has made us unique significant role in determining programs member programs are history continues to florish, because, we are embodied with Historically, this is as it should be. As a Corps steeped in an appearance is impressive and family military attention. Most importantly, the the motto "Semper Fidelis", thus ensuring the name "Marine' unparalleled tradition of success on the battlefield and unsurpassed receiving increased emphasis and are directed to, for, and by remains synonymous with success and valor. Continue your valor and fidelity, I am confident that we will continue to lead the heart of all the accomplishments and make our 208th year our most way in deterring and defending against aggression whenever and Marines themselves.