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Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany marked its 70th anniversary with a ceremony on the base, March. 1. The anniversary marks a milestone in the base’s history signifying seven decades of partnership and dedication to serving the warfighter and the communities in southwest Georgia in which they live. The installation was established as the Marine Corps Depot of Supplies on March 1, 1952. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Jennifer Parks) - Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany marked its 70th anniversary with a ceremony on the base, March. 1. The anniversary marks a milestone in the base’s history signifying seven decades of partnership and dedication to serving the warfighter and the communities in southwest Georgia in which they live. The installation was established as the Marine Corps Depot of Supplies on March 1, 1952. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Jennifer Parks)

Lt. Col. Christopher Hoover, staff judge advocate, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, notoriously pushes himself past obstacles, physical pain and mental toughness to compete in obstacle course races all around the country. - Lt. Col. Christopher Hoover, staff judge advocate, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, notoriously pushes himself past obstacles, physical pain and mental toughness to compete in obstacle course races all around the country.

Gunnery Sgt. Tara Ballard , the daughter of two retired Marines, recently departed from her position as the logistics chief for Combat Logistics Regiment 4, Combat Logistics Battalion 453, Detachment 2 Supply Company at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. She is now the assistant Marine officer instructor at The Citadel, one of very few women selected to serve in the AMOI role and the first female drill instructor to do it at The Citadel. - Gunnery Sgt. Tara Ballard , the daughter of two retired Marines, recently departed from her position as the logistics chief for Combat Logistics Regiment 4, Combat Logistics Battalion 453, Detachment 2 Supply Company at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. She is now the assistant Marine officer instructor at The Citadel, one of very few women selected to serve in the AMOI role and the first female drill instructor to do it at The Citadel.

Merrill E. Dickinson Jr. received the 2021 Department of Defense Safety and Occupational Health System Achievement Award recently for his outstanding service and accomplishments as the installation safety manager at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. He serves as the senior safety professional on the installation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jennifer Parks) - Merrill E. Dickinson Jr. received the 2021 Department of Defense Safety and Occupational Health System Achievement Award recently for his outstanding service and accomplishments as the installation safety manager at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. He serves as the senior safety professional on the installation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jennifer Parks)

Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany was recently awarded the 2021 Energy Excellence Award in the small installation category. Several buildings on the base benefit from its ground source heat pump systems that reduce electric consumption in those buildings by 50 percent and eliminates a water-cooling requirement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jennifer Parks) - Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany was recently awarded the 2021 Energy Excellence Award in the small installation category. Several buildings on the base benefit from its ground source heat pump systems that reduce electric consumption in those buildings by 50 percent and eliminates a water-cooling requirement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jennifer Parks)

The kitchen is the heart of the home, especially during Thanksgiving. Safety in the kitchen is important, especially on Thanksgiving Day when there is a lot of activity and people at home. (Courtesy photo) - The kitchen is the heart of the home, especially during Thanksgiving. Safety in the kitchen is important, especially on Thanksgiving Day when there is a lot of activity and people at home. (Courtesy photo)

On November 10, 2021, Marines across the globe will recognize and acknowledge 246 years of service to their country, the sacrifices made to defend democracy, and the Marine Corps’ enduring legacy as America’s premier fighting force. - On November 10, 2021, Marines across the globe will recognize and acknowledge 246 years of service to their country, the sacrifices made to defend democracy, and the Marine Corps’ enduring legacy as America’s premier fighting force.

Sgt. Maj. Auburne Edwards II, native to the metro Atlanta area, is currently serving as the sergeant major for Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. He was on his way to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island a week after his high school graduation in 1996. The leadership he encountered in the Marine Corps persuaded him to stay in active duty. Now, 25 years later, he finds himself following in similar footsteps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jennifer Parks) - Sgt. Maj. Auburne Edwards II, native to the metro Atlanta area, is currently serving as the sergeant major for Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. He was on his way to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island a week after his high school graduation in 1996. The leadership he encountered in the Marine Corps persuaded him to stay in active duty. Now, 25 years later, he finds himself following in similar footsteps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jennifer Parks)

Staff Sgt. Luis Fernandez and HM1 Alexander Collins, coordinators, Toys for Tots, and Capt. Rebecca Sullivan, commanding officer, Salvation Army, gathered aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany to formally kickoff the 74th annual Toys for Tots campaign, Oct. 7. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jonathan Wright) - Staff Sgt. Luis Fernandez and HM1 Alexander Collins, coordinators, Toys for Tots, and Capt. Rebecca Sullivan, commanding officer, Salvation Army, gathered aboard Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany to formally kickoff the 74th annual Toys for Tots campaign, Oct. 7. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jonathan Wright)

Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany Fire & Emergency Services is spreading the word about safe fire practices during National Fire Prevention Week. The National Fire Protection Association has announced the theme for its FPW 2021 campaign: “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!” (Courtesy Photo) - Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany Fire & Emergency Services is spreading the word about safe fire practices during National Fire Prevention Week. The National Fire Protection Association has announced the theme for its FPW 2021 campaign: “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!” (Courtesy Photo)