Marine Corps hosts event with servicemen, women

As part of Fleet Week, the U.S. Marine Corps hosted an event Saturday with servicemen and servicewomen.

News 12 Staff

May 25, 2019, 10:11 PM

Updated 1,810 days ago

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As part of Fleet Week, the U.S. Marine Corps hosted an event Saturday with servicemen and servicewomen.
The goal is to teach people about what it is like to be part of the Marines.
MORE: 2019 Fleet Week New York

The event had several different displays, teaching adults and children about the training they go through and the equipment they use.
The men and women in uniform say that while being a Marine is not easy, it is rewarding..
 
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