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Motivational Run 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
Marines from 1st Marine Aircraft Wing participate in a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan on Sept. 5, 2018. More than 1,000 Marines tested their strength during the three mile formation run around the flight line.(Video by Cpl. Austin Weck)
published: 12 Sep 2018
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1st Marine Aircraft Wing Fuji Viper 22
1st Marine Aircraft Wing: Fuji Viper 22
OKINAWA, JAPAN
06.30.2022
U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) provide air support during exercise Fuji Viper Shinka 22 at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, June 15, 2022. 1st MAW supported Fuji Viper Shinka 22 in order to enhance lethality and train with 4th Marine Regiment.
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1st Marine Aircraft Wing 80th Anniversary
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1st Marine Aircraft Wing 80th Anniversary
OKINAWA, JAPAN
07.01.2021
U.S. Marines and Sailors with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) celebrate their 80th anniversary at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, July 7, 2021. 1st MAW was activated on July 7th 1941 at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, has since been located at MCAS Miramar, MCAS Iwakuni, and MCAS Futenma. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Dalton J. Payne)
Film Credits: Video by Lance Cpl. Dalton Payne
1st Marine Aircraft Wing
Korea
Helicopters
Vietnam
WWII
1st Marine Aircraft Wing
80th Anniversary
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The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visu...
published: 07 Jul 2021
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1st Marine Aircraft Wing Commanding General exercises with Marines
1st Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general exercises with Marine Aircraft Group 12 on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan. This video contains soundbites from BGen. Tom Weidley, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
published: 25 Jul 2017
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1st Marine Aircraft Wing Commanding General & Sergeant Major's Holiday Greeting
A Special Message from the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Dave Beydler, and 1st MAW Sergeant Major, Sgt. Maj. Eric Seward.
published: 21 Dec 2010
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1st Marine Aircraft Wing celebrates 76 years of war fighting excellence
Credit: Sgt. Laura Gauna | Date Taken: 07/10/2017
Multimedia package on 1st Marine Aircraft Wing’s 76 years of warfighting excellency narrated by Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, 1st MAW commanding general. 1st MAW is the aviation combat element of III Marine Expeditionary Force. Its mission is to conduct air operations in support to the Fleet Marine Forces to include offensive air support, anti-air support, aerial reconnaissance including active and passive electronic countermeasures, and control of aircraft and missiles. As an element of III MEF, 1st MAW is the sole forward-deployed Marine Aircraft Wing and has proved its mettle time and time again as part of the Asia-Pacific’s Marine force-in-readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Laura Gauna)
published: 10 Jul 2017
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1st Marine Aircraft Wing HST cargo delivery B roll
#Okinawa #CH-53 #HST #1st MAW #Cargo
U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing conduct cargo movements using a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan, April 19, 2022. The training consisted of two deliveries from W-174 to the shore of Torii Station, this training is conducted by 1st MAW regularly to ensure proficiency and strength and readiness of the pilots and crew. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey)
Defense Now - Apr. 2022
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe95fdmDwNk_eI_C8YVXCGrfvIBdLvEUv
1st Marine Aircraft Wing HST cargo delivery (B-roll)
OKINAWA, JAPAN
04.19.2022
Film Credits: Video by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey
III Marine Expeditionary Force
published: 21 Apr 2022
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1,000 Marines participate in 1st MAW run
Marines from 1st Marine Aircraft Wing participated in a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan on March 10, 2018. More than 1,000 Marines tested their strength during the three mile formation run around the flight line. The run helped build camaraderie while ensuring the Marines remain ready at a moment's notice.
(U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Alexia Lythos)
published: 16 Apr 2018
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The Presidential Unit Citation Awarded to the 1st MAW
Credit: Cpl. Jessica Etheridge | Date Taken: 10/16/2017
For their bravery and professionalism, during the Vietnam War, the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation by former president Lyndon B. Johnson on October 9, 1968. CITATION: THE PRESIDENT of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION TO THE FIRST MARINE AIRCRAFT WING for service as set forth in the following CITATION: For extraordinary heroism and outstanding performance of duty in action against the North Vietnamese Army and Viet Gong forces in the Republic of Vietnam, from 11 May 1965 to 15 September 1967. Throughout this period, the First Marine Aircraft Wing, operating in I and II Corps tactical -zones of the Republic of Vietnam, North Vietnam, and adjacent waters, so...
published: 16 Oct 2017
1:01
Motivational Run 1st Marine Aircraft Wing
Marines from 1st Marine Aircraft Wing participate in a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan on Sept. 5, 2018. More than 1,000 Ma...
Marines from 1st Marine Aircraft Wing participate in a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan on Sept. 5, 2018. More than 1,000 Marines tested their strength during the three mile formation run around the flight line.(Video by Cpl. Austin Weck)
https://wn.com/Motivational_Run_1St_Marine_Aircraft_Wing
Marines from 1st Marine Aircraft Wing participate in a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan on Sept. 5, 2018. More than 1,000 Marines tested their strength during the three mile formation run around the flight line.(Video by Cpl. Austin Weck)
- published: 12 Sep 2018
- views: 382
1:53
1st Marine Aircraft Wing Fuji Viper 22
1st Marine Aircraft Wing: Fuji Viper 22
OKINAWA, JAPAN
06.30.2022
U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) provide air support during exercise Fuji ...
1st Marine Aircraft Wing: Fuji Viper 22
OKINAWA, JAPAN
06.30.2022
U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) provide air support during exercise Fuji Viper Shinka 22 at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, June 15, 2022. 1st MAW supported Fuji Viper Shinka 22 in order to enhance lethality and train with 4th Marine Regiment.
VIDEO INFO
Date Taken: 06.30.2022
Location: OKINAWA, JP
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1st Marine Aircraft Wing: Fuji Viper 22
OKINAWA, JAPAN
06.30.2022
U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) provide air support during exercise Fuji Viper Shinka 22 at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, June 15, 2022. 1st MAW supported Fuji Viper Shinka 22 in order to enhance lethality and train with 4th Marine Regiment.
VIDEO INFO
Date Taken: 06.30.2022
Location: OKINAWA, JP
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- published: 09 Aug 2022
- views: 9
3:39
1st Marine Aircraft Wing 80th Anniversary
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1st Marine Aircraft Wing 80th Anniversary
OKINAWA, JAPAN
07.01.2021
U....
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1st Marine Aircraft Wing 80th Anniversary
OKINAWA, JAPAN
07.01.2021
U.S. Marines and Sailors with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) celebrate their 80th anniversary at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, July 7, 2021. 1st MAW was activated on July 7th 1941 at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, has since been located at MCAS Miramar, MCAS Iwakuni, and MCAS Futenma. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Dalton J. Payne)
Film Credits: Video by Lance Cpl. Dalton Payne
1st Marine Aircraft Wing
Korea
Helicopters
Vietnam
WWII
1st Marine Aircraft Wing
80th Anniversary
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1st Marine Aircraft Wing 80th Anniversary
OKINAWA, JAPAN
07.01.2021
U.S. Marines and Sailors with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) celebrate their 80th anniversary at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, July 7, 2021. 1st MAW was activated on July 7th 1941 at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, has since been located at MCAS Miramar, MCAS Iwakuni, and MCAS Futenma. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Dalton J. Payne)
Film Credits: Video by Lance Cpl. Dalton Payne
1st Marine Aircraft Wing
Korea
Helicopters
Vietnam
WWII
1st Marine Aircraft Wing
80th Anniversary
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- published: 07 Jul 2021
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0:41
1st Marine Aircraft Wing Commanding General exercises with Marines
1st Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general exercises with Marine Aircraft Group 12 on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan. This video contains soundbites f...
1st Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general exercises with Marine Aircraft Group 12 on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan. This video contains soundbites from BGen. Tom Weidley, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
https://wn.com/1St_Marine_Aircraft_Wing_Commanding_General_Exercises_With_Marines
1st Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general exercises with Marine Aircraft Group 12 on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan. This video contains soundbites from BGen. Tom Weidley, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- published: 25 Jul 2017
- views: 170
1:01
1st Marine Aircraft Wing Commanding General & Sergeant Major's Holiday Greeting
A Special Message from the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Dave Beydler, and 1st MAW Sergeant Major, Sgt. Maj. Eric Seward.
A Special Message from the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Dave Beydler, and 1st MAW Sergeant Major, Sgt. Maj. Eric Seward.
https://wn.com/1St_Marine_Aircraft_Wing_Commanding_General_Sergeant_Major's_Holiday_Greeting
A Special Message from the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Dave Beydler, and 1st MAW Sergeant Major, Sgt. Maj. Eric Seward.
- published: 21 Dec 2010
- views: 1212
2:31
1st Marine Aircraft Wing celebrates 76 years of war fighting excellence
Credit: Sgt. Laura Gauna | Date Taken: 07/10/2017
Multimedia package on 1st Marine Aircraft Wing’s 76 years of warfighting excellency narrated by Brig. Gen. Tho...
Credit: Sgt. Laura Gauna | Date Taken: 07/10/2017
Multimedia package on 1st Marine Aircraft Wing’s 76 years of warfighting excellency narrated by Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, 1st MAW commanding general. 1st MAW is the aviation combat element of III Marine Expeditionary Force. Its mission is to conduct air operations in support to the Fleet Marine Forces to include offensive air support, anti-air support, aerial reconnaissance including active and passive electronic countermeasures, and control of aircraft and missiles. As an element of III MEF, 1st MAW is the sole forward-deployed Marine Aircraft Wing and has proved its mettle time and time again as part of the Asia-Pacific’s Marine force-in-readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Laura Gauna)
https://wn.com/1St_Marine_Aircraft_Wing_Celebrates_76_Years_Of_War_Fighting_Excellence
Credit: Sgt. Laura Gauna | Date Taken: 07/10/2017
Multimedia package on 1st Marine Aircraft Wing’s 76 years of warfighting excellency narrated by Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, 1st MAW commanding general. 1st MAW is the aviation combat element of III Marine Expeditionary Force. Its mission is to conduct air operations in support to the Fleet Marine Forces to include offensive air support, anti-air support, aerial reconnaissance including active and passive electronic countermeasures, and control of aircraft and missiles. As an element of III MEF, 1st MAW is the sole forward-deployed Marine Aircraft Wing and has proved its mettle time and time again as part of the Asia-Pacific’s Marine force-in-readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Laura Gauna)
- published: 10 Jul 2017
- views: 215
2:23
1st Marine Aircraft Wing HST cargo delivery B roll
#Okinawa #CH-53 #HST #1st MAW #Cargo
U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing conduct cargo movements using a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter at Torii Statio...
#Okinawa #CH-53 #HST #1st MAW #Cargo
U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing conduct cargo movements using a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan, April 19, 2022. The training consisted of two deliveries from W-174 to the shore of Torii Station, this training is conducted by 1st MAW regularly to ensure proficiency and strength and readiness of the pilots and crew. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey)
Defense Now - Apr. 2022
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe95fdmDwNk_eI_C8YVXCGrfvIBdLvEUv
1st Marine Aircraft Wing HST cargo delivery (B-roll)
OKINAWA, JAPAN
04.19.2022
Film Credits: Video by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey
III Marine Expeditionary Force
https://wn.com/1St_Marine_Aircraft_Wing_Hst_Cargo_Delivery_B_Roll
#Okinawa #CH-53 #HST #1st MAW #Cargo
U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing conduct cargo movements using a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan, April 19, 2022. The training consisted of two deliveries from W-174 to the shore of Torii Station, this training is conducted by 1st MAW regularly to ensure proficiency and strength and readiness of the pilots and crew. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey)
Defense Now - Apr. 2022
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe95fdmDwNk_eI_C8YVXCGrfvIBdLvEUv
1st Marine Aircraft Wing HST cargo delivery (B-roll)
OKINAWA, JAPAN
04.19.2022
Film Credits: Video by Cpl. Zachary Sarvey
III Marine Expeditionary Force
- published: 21 Apr 2022
- views: 58
0:43
1,000 Marines participate in 1st MAW run
Marines from 1st Marine Aircraft Wing participated in a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan on March 10, 2018. More than 1,000 ...
Marines from 1st Marine Aircraft Wing participated in a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan on March 10, 2018. More than 1,000 Marines tested their strength during the three mile formation run around the flight line. The run helped build camaraderie while ensuring the Marines remain ready at a moment's notice.
(U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Alexia Lythos)
https://wn.com/1,000_Marines_Participate_In_1St_Maw_Run
Marines from 1st Marine Aircraft Wing participated in a motivational run at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan on March 10, 2018. More than 1,000 Marines tested their strength during the three mile formation run around the flight line. The run helped build camaraderie while ensuring the Marines remain ready at a moment's notice.
(U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Alexia Lythos)
- published: 16 Apr 2018
- views: 77
1:52
The Presidential Unit Citation Awarded to the 1st MAW
Credit: Cpl. Jessica Etheridge | Date Taken: 10/16/2017
For their bravery and professionalism, during the Vietnam War, the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing was awarded ...
Credit: Cpl. Jessica Etheridge | Date Taken: 10/16/2017
For their bravery and professionalism, during the Vietnam War, the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation by former president Lyndon B. Johnson on October 9, 1968. CITATION: THE PRESIDENT of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION TO THE FIRST MARINE AIRCRAFT WING for service as set forth in the following CITATION: For extraordinary heroism and outstanding performance of duty in action against the North Vietnamese Army and Viet Gong forces in the Republic of Vietnam, from 11 May 1965 to 15 September 1967. Throughout this period, the First Marine Aircraft Wing, operating in I and II Corps tactical -zones of the Republic of Vietnam, North Vietnam, and adjacent waters, sought out and destroyed determined enemy forces and provided combat air support to ground forces of the Free World and the Republic of Vietnam. Participating in 195 major operations, and thousands of other attacks, the Wing continuously and aggressively carried the battle to the elusive enemy in bitterly contested actions. Operations such as DOUBLE EAGLE, HARVEST MOON, STARLITE, HASTINGS, PRAIRIE, UNION, HICKORY, COCHISE, AND SWIFT, reflect the high degree of superior airmanship, valor, devotion to duty and professionalism exhibited by personnel of the Wing. Although heavily committed to increased combat operations, the Wing developed and successfully employed new weapons, tactics, and procedures against the hard-core communist forces with gratifying results. Through the aggressive actions of the Wing, military and political victories were denied the insurgent communist forces, thereby providing a more stable atmosphere for the legally constituted Government of the Republic of Vietnam. The establishment, and logistical support of many separate airfields throughout the I Corps tactical zone and the vital air supply support provided the III Marine Amphibious Force and its allied ground forces, was a tribute to the resourcefulness and determination of the Wing. This dependable support was provided under the most trying and difficult combat conditions. Flying in fair weather and foul, against a fanatical, well-armed enemy, the uncommon courage and intrepidity of the Marine pilots and supporting Wing personnel, acting in a concerted team effort, contributed to another glorious chapter in an already illustrious history. The valor, devotion to duty, aggressive spirit, professionalism, and ingenuity of the entire First Marine Aircraft Wing in battle against a well trained, dangerous, and determined enemy, reflected the highest degree of heroism and exemplary performance, and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. LYNDON B. JOHNSON Music by: AShamaluevMusic Footage by: Jeff Quitney (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Jessica Etheridge)
https://wn.com/The_Presidential_Unit_Citation_Awarded_To_The_1St_Maw
Credit: Cpl. Jessica Etheridge | Date Taken: 10/16/2017
For their bravery and professionalism, during the Vietnam War, the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation by former president Lyndon B. Johnson on October 9, 1968. CITATION: THE PRESIDENT of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION TO THE FIRST MARINE AIRCRAFT WING for service as set forth in the following CITATION: For extraordinary heroism and outstanding performance of duty in action against the North Vietnamese Army and Viet Gong forces in the Republic of Vietnam, from 11 May 1965 to 15 September 1967. Throughout this period, the First Marine Aircraft Wing, operating in I and II Corps tactical -zones of the Republic of Vietnam, North Vietnam, and adjacent waters, sought out and destroyed determined enemy forces and provided combat air support to ground forces of the Free World and the Republic of Vietnam. Participating in 195 major operations, and thousands of other attacks, the Wing continuously and aggressively carried the battle to the elusive enemy in bitterly contested actions. Operations such as DOUBLE EAGLE, HARVEST MOON, STARLITE, HASTINGS, PRAIRIE, UNION, HICKORY, COCHISE, AND SWIFT, reflect the high degree of superior airmanship, valor, devotion to duty and professionalism exhibited by personnel of the Wing. Although heavily committed to increased combat operations, the Wing developed and successfully employed new weapons, tactics, and procedures against the hard-core communist forces with gratifying results. Through the aggressive actions of the Wing, military and political victories were denied the insurgent communist forces, thereby providing a more stable atmosphere for the legally constituted Government of the Republic of Vietnam. The establishment, and logistical support of many separate airfields throughout the I Corps tactical zone and the vital air supply support provided the III Marine Amphibious Force and its allied ground forces, was a tribute to the resourcefulness and determination of the Wing. This dependable support was provided under the most trying and difficult combat conditions. Flying in fair weather and foul, against a fanatical, well-armed enemy, the uncommon courage and intrepidity of the Marine pilots and supporting Wing personnel, acting in a concerted team effort, contributed to another glorious chapter in an already illustrious history. The valor, devotion to duty, aggressive spirit, professionalism, and ingenuity of the entire First Marine Aircraft Wing in battle against a well trained, dangerous, and determined enemy, reflected the highest degree of heroism and exemplary performance, and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. LYNDON B. JOHNSON Music by: AShamaluevMusic Footage by: Jeff Quitney (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Jessica Etheridge)
- published: 16 Oct 2017
- views: 2359