Marine Corps Moms: The 11th MEU has landed

July 14, 2004

The 11th MEU has landed

Photo by Cpl. Dick Kotecki

Marines from the 11th MEU respond to a simulated sniper attack on a convoy during a Security and Stability Operations training exercise on July 10.

Here's the latest from the 11th MEU

We're currently in Kuwait, conducting training as usual. There are a lot of Marines and Sailors coming and going on a regular basis, going to different ranges practicing convoy operations, mounted and foot patrols, live fire exercises and more. If anything, training has picked up the pace since we left our respective ships.
Kuwait hasn't changed much since some of us left last year, still dusty and hot (around 120 degrees). Not really a place where anybody would really like to spend a vacation. Still, spirits are high while we all make our last-minute preparations to head north to Iraq.

We are currently in a place called Camp Virginia. In Kuwait the names of the bases are different, but the scenery is pretty much the same ... light tan from the dust which covers everything. There are a few amenities here, however. Pizza Inn has a small niche, as does Subway and various small stores. There's also a small exchange, a phone center and a place called the Internet Cafe where we can buy one hour of internet time for five dollars. Unfortunately, not every Marine has had the opportunity to enjoy the five star accommodations available here in sunny Kuwait due to the busy training schedule. However, some of us have been lucky enough to enjoy it twice and even a few have been here more than that.

Training soon will be winding down, and we will shift our focus of effort to our movement into Iraq. Most will move into country via vehicle convoy, while others will fly via cargo airplanes. Either way, it will be a busy time. As soon as we arrive at our new homes -- members of the MEU will be working out of a couple of different locations -- and get our camps set up, we will be sure to update this page and let you know where we are. While we won't be able to share a lot of details because of operational security concerns, there will be some interesting information we will be able to share.

Posted by Deb at July 14, 2004 08:05 AM

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GOD BLESS YOU GUYS and be careful. You are always in our prayers and thoughts. Go get 'em for S.Sgt. R-R-Rod Nesmith (deceased) from 369thHMLA, 11thMEU, 166th REIN!!!!

Semper Fi from Rod's aunt & uncle in Altadena, CA

Posted by: M. Margaret Nesmith at July 21, 2004 09:40 AM

May God continue to bless all of you!!! Thank you for serving our country,and doing what you are called to do.We all support you here back in the states!You are all out heroes!...Cpl.Estrada...I Love with all my heart and soul!!!

Posted by: Kimberly at August 5, 2004 12:49 AM