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On 1 April 1945, Marines and Army troops landed on Okinawa in one of the final steps to an attack on Mainland Japan

Sunday, March 31, 2024

 From the Commandant:

Scuttlebutt March 2024

The March meeting was held as scheduled on 19 March.  All officers were present.

In keeping with the detachment by-laws, nominations for the roster of 2024 officers were held at the meeting.  All officers were re-elected for another year.  They will be sworn in at the April meeting by National Commandant Warren Griffin.

The detachment can offer two in house scholarships for 2024.  Any member can apply for consideration. One scholarship is left for this year.  Application information has been posted previously and can be viewed at this site.

A request for donation to the Assabet Valley High School Marine Junior ROTC program was received.  After discussion, the request was put to vote and approval to donate $1000.00 was passed.

Natick Boy Scout Troop #1775 will promote two Eagle Scouts in April.  As part of detachment support to the Boy Scouts, each new Eagle Scout will receive $100 and a certificate of recognition.  

The Department of Massachusetts state meeting will be held on 28 April at 11:30 A.M. at the Worcester Detachment.  Members and prospective members are encouraged to attend.

The next detachment meeting will be held on 16 April at 7:00 PM.  All members are welcome as are persons who have interest in participating in supporting the Marine Corps and the community through Associate Membership.