“We’re not asking for Taj Mahals,” Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Carlos Ruiz said. The death of Pfc. Noah Jamar Evans on April 18, 2023, during a physical fitness test prompted the Marine Corps to open an investigation. Both pilots will report to Marine Attack Squadron 223, also known as “the Bulldogs.” Lt. Col. Christopher O’Melia was relieved of command of 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, by the commanding general of 1st Marine Division. Samuel Wanjiru, 26, was said to have been visiting the island with his family. The work to prove out just how effective Marines are at shooting is ramping up right now. The incident, which took place outside near barracks aboard Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, left no reported injuries. One Marine corporal said maintenance issues have been getting fixed much more quickly than before the barracks inspection. Known as “the enlisted Marines’ Commandant” and by some as “Papa Bear,” Gen. Al Gray served in a Corps that had to rapidly change through major conflicts. Welcome back, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 269. Load More