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Many, many instances of the fighting spirit of Marines could be cited but one story in particular…

2010-12-21

“The Suck”

is a term every Marine knows well. It’s the tough days, the grueling moments, the situations that push you to your limits, and then some. But more than just enduring, Marines learn to embrace “The Suck” as a badge of honor, a testament to resilience, grit, and camaraderie.

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