Proud Grandpa Bragging.

[RetiredSeabee]

It has been a while since my last post….matter of fact I can’t remember what it was about.
But now I have something to crow about…… but it also makes me realize. Damn I’m getting old.
My youngest grandchild is a Marine!

This young man decided to be a Marine when he was 13 years old when he met his great grandfather for the first time.
After completing basic and receiving his eagle globe and anchor he flew from Camp Pendleton to Virginia to surprise his idol.
He only had ten days between basic and infantry training so coming across country says a lot for the heart in this young man.
He told us that every time it got tough and he was struggling to make it through. He thought of great grandpa and kept on going.
Proud of this young Marine…… You damn right!
Ladies and gentlemen let me introduce my Father in Law and Grandson. Our oldest and youngest Marines aged 93 and 20.

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[daytime dave]

There's something to be proud about.

Sometimes it's not so bad to get old.

[Sir Henry]

Grampa looks like he could still kick some butt. Thank them both for me.

[North Country Gal]

Very much something to be proud about and thanks for sharing.

[brm4450]

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Semper Fi, something to be proud of.

[Vaquero]

Heck yeah. That is cool. Congrats to the young man.

RP

[GFK]

Amen!!

[Ernie]

Thanks for sharing. Love the picture.

[rickhem]

Great pic and thanks for sharing this.
Thanks to both of you for your service!

[RetiredSeabee]

Thank you all for your kindness. I will let him know that he has fans in this group. He was slightly out of uniform, he forgot to bring his expert rifle badge. The boy can shoot. He went to work at a gun shop and range in Phoenix a few days after his 18th birthday.
I thought he should have the National Defense ribbon. But he said they weren’t issued because the country isn’t currently involved in a qualifying conflict.
If he gets his requested school he will start aviation mechanic training after infantry. He wants to work on Harriers.

A couple more brag photos

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[markiver54]

Congratulations to all of you Seabee. I know you are very proud.
Great pictures!

[fortyshooter]

That is something to be VERY proud and brag about. Looks like the Marines will get the mission done when needed!

[BrokenolMarine]

Congratulations, getting through bootcamp is an accomplishment. Not everyone could do it. I spent my career mostly in aviation, with a couple of special assignments. The bulk as an Aviation Electrician on CH46s, CH53s, Hueys, and Cobras. When we deployed... as a composite squadron... We always took four Harriers along.

I hope he gets what he wants... But if he gets assigned to Helos, he could become a 1st Mech and eventually a crew chief. That would get him wings and flight pay.

[Hatchdog]

What a great story, makes me proud to be an American. Thanks to both generations for their service.

[JEBar]

outstanding .... TRULY OUTSTANDING .... congrats to him and to your family

[HenryFan]

I would be disappointed in you if you did not brag!

[The Wiz]

Hopefully he will not get a National Defense Ribbon but i am sure he will be ready if needed.

[RetiredSeabee]

Congratulations, getting through bootcamp is an accomplishment. Not everyone could do it. I spent my career mostly in aviation, with a couple of special assignments. The bulk as an Aviation Electrician on CH46s, CH53s, Hueys, and Cobras. When we deployed... as a composite squadron... We always took four Harriers along.

I hope he gets what he wants... But if he gets assigned to Helos, he could become a 1st Mech and eventually a crew chief. That would get him wings and flight pay.

I will let him know that Helos come highly recommended by a distinguished marine who has been there.

[BigAl52]

Thats something to be very proud of. Congrats to the family and make sure you tell him thanks for his service.