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01-13-09, 06:23 AM
Beaufort Marines deploy to Japan
Posted: Jan 12, 2009 05:53 PM
Updated: Jan 12, 2009 06:58 PM
Just over 20 members of the squadron left today.
By Jaime Dailey
BEAUFORT, SC (WTOC) - Marines and sailors with the Marine All Weather Attack Squadron 224 are heading to Japan for a six month deployment.
During the deployment, they'll be doing a lot of training and conducting missions in that geographic area.
While they're not going into harm's way, it doesn't make leaving friends and loved ones behind any easier.
"Looking forward to going but yet leaving family behind its going to be kind of tough," said Sgt. Brandon Domel.
To show appreciation for what these Marines and sailors are doing for our country, Janey Turner traveled hours to be at the base to see them off and hand out goodie bags.
"I do this because the soldiers are fighting for us and do all of this stuff and go away from theirs homes to protect us and to help us out," said Turner. "We want to show them we appreciate them."
"It means a lot," said Capt. Thane Norman. "Glad people are supporting us, makes us feel a little happier going off."
GySgt. David Burks has deployed to Japan four times. While it's tough being apart, his family makes the best of it.
"It's definitely difficult but there's good things and bad things about it," said Burks' wife Julie. "Separation makes the heart grow fonder, just gives you a little appreciation for what you have."
While Burks' children are young, 6-year-old David knows exactly where his father is deploying to. "Japan," he said.
His 4-year-old daughter knows what he'll be doing. "My dad is in the Marine Corps and he works on engines," said Andie.
While dad is gone, little David is ready to do his part at home. David said while dad's gone, he'll, "Be the man of the house."
As he does that, the squadron will be busy training and conducting missions overseas.
"We'll pretty much do the same thing we do here, just in a different area, let the aircrew get their training and let the Marines see the world," said GySgt. Burks.
Although these Marines and sailors will miss out on birthdays, anniversaries and many firsts with their children, they'll still be able to keep in touch with loved ones at home.
"We still probably talk every night thanks to the internet and so that makes it a little easier," said Julie.
Just over 20 members of the squadron left today. The bulk of the squadron will leave later on this week.
Ellie
Posted: Jan 12, 2009 05:53 PM
Updated: Jan 12, 2009 06:58 PM
Just over 20 members of the squadron left today.
By Jaime Dailey
BEAUFORT, SC (WTOC) - Marines and sailors with the Marine All Weather Attack Squadron 224 are heading to Japan for a six month deployment.
During the deployment, they'll be doing a lot of training and conducting missions in that geographic area.
While they're not going into harm's way, it doesn't make leaving friends and loved ones behind any easier.
"Looking forward to going but yet leaving family behind its going to be kind of tough," said Sgt. Brandon Domel.
To show appreciation for what these Marines and sailors are doing for our country, Janey Turner traveled hours to be at the base to see them off and hand out goodie bags.
"I do this because the soldiers are fighting for us and do all of this stuff and go away from theirs homes to protect us and to help us out," said Turner. "We want to show them we appreciate them."
"It means a lot," said Capt. Thane Norman. "Glad people are supporting us, makes us feel a little happier going off."
GySgt. David Burks has deployed to Japan four times. While it's tough being apart, his family makes the best of it.
"It's definitely difficult but there's good things and bad things about it," said Burks' wife Julie. "Separation makes the heart grow fonder, just gives you a little appreciation for what you have."
While Burks' children are young, 6-year-old David knows exactly where his father is deploying to. "Japan," he said.
His 4-year-old daughter knows what he'll be doing. "My dad is in the Marine Corps and he works on engines," said Andie.
While dad is gone, little David is ready to do his part at home. David said while dad's gone, he'll, "Be the man of the house."
As he does that, the squadron will be busy training and conducting missions overseas.
"We'll pretty much do the same thing we do here, just in a different area, let the aircrew get their training and let the Marines see the world," said GySgt. Burks.
Although these Marines and sailors will miss out on birthdays, anniversaries and many firsts with their children, they'll still be able to keep in touch with loved ones at home.
"We still probably talk every night thanks to the internet and so that makes it a little easier," said Julie.
Just over 20 members of the squadron left today. The bulk of the squadron will leave later on this week.
Ellie