On behalf of the Montford Pointers, welcome and thank you, we are pleased tocontinuallyprovide a quality and prfessional service of the Montford Point Marine Association to all. Keeping with preserving the legacy of the first African American Marines that have joined the Marine Corps during WWII. We welcome your contribution of comments or request. We further encourage you to look around the site and extend a welcoming invitation to all. If you are interested in becoming a member click on this link fill out the application and mail it to us. Semper Fi!
James Carr
MPMA Vice President
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Name: Richard Bowen
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Great Site , I was never Instructed on this part of Marine History While at PI
Not as Lean, Not as Mean
But still a MARINE Semper FI
Date/Time: 2010-08-18 06:32:05 PDT
Name: Theodore Peters
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Hello to former members of the 51st def battalion, A Battery machine gun section
Date/Time: 2010-07-14 20:34:04 PDT
Name: SSgt Starks, Tavares
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed This site is very interesting. Im doing a public speacking class on the First Black Marines. That started at Montford Point. I would like to know more about this site. Im currently serving in the U.S. Marines, SSgt. I find this site very MOTIVATING
Date/Time: 2010-05-16 21:01:15 PDT
Name: Sherry Gooden Johnson
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Informative. My Dad James A Gooden Jr. (still living)joined the Marines 4/1943 and went to the Marshall Islands. I showed him this site tonight. He was speaking of his time in the Marines from something he saw on TV. Will have to have him get a membership.
Date/Time: 2010-06-10 18:59:47 PDT
Name: racheltwest
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I live in Alabama but keep my email address with Sen Burr of NC as I am a permanent resident there.
When will the website have links to the new designation Sen Burr introduced to Congress....recognition of August 26?
His site is where I found your name and started my research!!!
Thanks for all you do and as much publicity as we can generate on this association to show our appreciation.
I will pass along as much info as I can.
thanks
I love the godly music on this site and the strong scriptural emphasis....don't loose that at all!!!
Date/Time: 2010-07-24 16:28:47 PDT
Name: L. E. (Michael) Johnson
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed One more great Thing
Date/Time: 2010-07-29 21:48:32 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed This is an excellent site so typicasl of the true Marines. I learned of it by accident & I am thrilled to find it. I am one of the first Black Marines to go to Montford Point in September 1942.
Any information you have on Marines of that period of time I would be interested in & anyone from that period of time I would love to hear from you via e-Mail or phone #(407) 467-4958 I
trained in the mighty 12th Platoon/.
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Great site. My Grand Uncle is George Kidd. His mother is Deotha Ford, my grandfather's sister. My mother is Melba Ford
I am so proud of him. Thanks so much.
Bill Stinson
Date/Time: 2010-07-26 16:12:05 PDT
Name: Anthony Smith
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed As a retired Marine myself I thanks all those who paved the way for me.
Date/Time: 2010-08-07 04:28:11 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Hello to former members of the 51st def battalion, A Battery machine gun section.
Date/Time: 2010-07-14 20:34:04 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed This is an excellent site so typicasl of the true Marines. I learned of it by accident & I am thrilled to find it. I am one of the first Black Marines to go to Montford Point in September 1942.
Any information you have on Marines of that period of time I would be interested in & anyone from that period of time I would love to hear from you via e-Mail or phone #(407) 467-4958 I
trained in the mighty 12th Platoon/.
Date/Time: 2010-05-23 22:20:04 PDT
Name: Kenneth R. Hill
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I am one of the nephews of George Kidd and I am grateful for his contribution to the history of America and particularly that of Black America. I have always looked up to "Uncle Bubba" as a mentor and now an American hero, pioneer, and trail blazer. I am also a retiree of 20 years in the US Army and I salute the Men of Montford point and thanks for your service to our nation. Semper Fi!
Date/Time: 2010-04-30 18:00:28 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I recently submitted on my late cousin’s behalf, Herman Shell, copies of his separation papers from his tenure in the Marine Corps from 1943-1946. Ironically, I just happened to start building my family tree and came across a 1945 census record which listed Herman as a Marine under the occupation category. This prompted me to obtain his military records from the National Personnel Records Center and it provided me with a valuable piece of history.
I was referred to you by James Averhart who informed me of the quest of obtaining the Congressional Gold Medal for those who served at Montford Point during the years of 1942-1949. I also understand that there is a 25 year cut-off period for eligibility and Herman may not be eligible as he passed away in 1978. However, I thought it a privilege to submit this information so that he may once again be connected with those who would honor the sacrifices that he and his “brothers” who served alongside him under went, and knew what it was to be a true hero- an African American Marine at Montford Point Camp, New River, North Carolina, and an Original Montford Pointer.
From my family to the Montford Point Marine Association family, thank you so much for “Preserving the Legacy” of the Original Montford Point Marines. What a blessing it is to be forever connected in history through the courage and perseverance of these unsung heroes.
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed: very interesting site i was stationed at camp johnson and was able to visit the museum. I have a picture of a Vehicle that has decals supporting the Montford Point Marines that i am interested in knowing more about where is can be seen. It was a merkur xr4ti and i would like to contact the person responsible for the vehicle.
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Your Comment of Our site is welcome: Thanks for the history of African American Marines. My dad is a retired Gunnery Sargeant (Ira "Tex" Ellison, Sr.; now deceased and my brother is a retired Gunnery Sargeant (Ira Ellison, Jr.) God Bless you all
Name: 1stSgt Dwight D. McDuffie
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed: This site is outstanding and it really shows what our, brothers before us accomplished and what they went through. I will get the word out to all so that the history of Montford Point will continue to spread.
Date/Time: 2010-02-17 10:59:36 PST
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Your Comment of Our site is welcome: Hello: I was stationed at montford point in 1966, I attended Basic Supply Admin. School. BSAC 3. Nice place to have school, I enjoyed my time there. I didn't know the history untill i was out of the Corps in 1972
Date/Time: 2010-02-17 10:59:36 PST
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Your Comment of Our site is welcome: John Fletcher Norwood entered the Marine Corp in 1943 and received basic at Montford and served in a supply group during 1943-1944 period. He is my father-in-law and I am trying to find his group/listing of he and his unit/friends. Are there a site I can visit to find if his unit with his name is located.
Date/Time: 2010-02-14 18:13:47 PST
Name: LTC(Ret) Charles Burns US Army
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Your Comment of Our site is welcome: Each year during February I present a program called African Americans in the US Military to USMC Jr. ROTC cadets and Air Force ROTC cadets. I'm always searching for more information. Great website.! Keep up the good work!
Date/Time: 2010-02-14 17:22:17 PST
Name: Sgt. Algenoria A. Simpson
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed This is a thank you to all those who came before me and who paved the way for those who came after. As a Desert Storm veteran I say It's truly an honor to be a Marine and I can only hope my service lived up to the the standards and expectations set forth by the Montford Point Marines. God Bless all of you and this country owes you a great debt.
Date/Time: 2010-02-09 22:30:48 PST
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I think your site is great. I wish my grandfather had lived to see it. He was a Montford Point Marine and during WWII he served in the 4th Marine Div., 10th Ammunition Company. His name was Herbert W. Greene Jr.. I am his grandson
Date/Time: 2010-02-03 20:27:07 PST
Name: June Jeffries
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I learned about MOntford POint marines about 5 years ago when I attended a memorial service for my friend's father. Subsequently, I invited some of your D.C. members to speak at my office during Black History Month. I would get your monthly newsletters or president's emails on my work email but I retired in Sept. 08. A friend and I were talking today and I told her about Montford Point and that prompted me to look you up on the internet today.
Date/Time: 2010-01-24 14:38:15 PST
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Happy New Year Montford Point Marine Association! Looking forward to seeing you dream bigger, strive harder and reach higher heights this year! Semper Fi!
Name: Yolanda Robinson
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Just wanted to say that i am very impressed with the site and congratulate Mr James Averhart and others for a wonderful job.
Date/Time: 2009-12-04 06:47:16 PST
Name: Lisa Ciccone
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I am watching the Documentary on PBS and am from NJ. I was interested in learning about David Dinkins and his part as a Montford Point Marine. This is an amazing story that needs to be told to as many people as possible, especially now during the current war that we are in. Thank you to all the men for paving the way for today's Marines.
Date/Time: 2009-12-07 08:25:28 PST
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed This is my first day on your web site.
My Father was at MPC, Camp Lejeune, N.C.
He enlisted on August 12, 1943 and his basic training was at Recruit Depot, Montford Point, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina from August 28, 1943 to October 14, 1943.
Date/Time: 2009-11-11 20:52:49 PST
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed My Late Father, Marion Lewis Adams, Sr. was a Montford Point Marine, having joined the Marine Corps in 1943. I am honored to have found this web site. Also, I am a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, myself. Happy B-Day Marines! Nov. 10th, 1775.
Sign,
Date/Time: 2009-11-09 07:59:25 PST
Name: Jason E. Hutton
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I spent four years in the Marine Corps from 1992-1996 at Camp Lejuene with 1st BN 2ND Marines, and never learned about Montford. I am currently in college and taking a coarse in sociology on culture and diversity. I wanted to give a presentation on the ranking structure of the Marine Corps, and how many minorities filled each of the higher ranks. When I did a search of the numbers, I found an article about Montford. I was honestly upset to know that the Marine Corps did this, and didn't let black Marines at the time train on Parris Island. I am now doing my presentation on the history of Montford. Semper Fi!
Jason Hutton, Dayton, OH
Date/Time: 2009-10-28 11:13:53 PDT
Name: Cynthia A. Johnson-Howell
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I have enjoyed reading the information provided on your website, as well as attending the event held on October the 10th. This is certainly a learning experience for all. I look forward to supporting your efforts in the near future.
Date/Time: 2009-10-12 10:37:24 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Please continue to Preserve the Legacy. Keep the history alive and kicking. I'll keep the members past and present in my prayers. Special thanks to Atlanta Chapter 5 for hosting a wonderful tribute to the orginal members of Montford Point and the journey to press forward until the highest honors are handed to those members.
Date/Time: 2009-10-11 06:47:27 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Through my Big Brother "Doc" Johnson I have learned a great deal about the Montford Point Marines. It was a honor to be a part of the Atlanta Chapter 5 Banquet, to perserve the legacy of these great heroes. As I sat in attendace with my family, I was moved by the rich History that was presented in the ceremony. This was an extremley well organized and informative event. I would like to thank all the men and women that have served this great country. And a special thanks to the Original Montford Point Marines that was in attendance. Great Job Atlanta Chapter 5.
Kellee A Johnson
East Orange, New Jersey
Date/Time: 2009-10-11 07:34:34 PDT
Name: Jerilyn Manning
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Iam the proud wife of Marine Benjamin R. Manning, Chapter #17, Baltimore. I have written a letter to President asking him to honor the Montfort Point Marines nationally as have the other branches of service. If I can assist with this process, please contact me via email.
Date/Time: 2009-10-09 12:39:40 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Until accessing this website, I didn't know anything about the Montford Point Marines' history. I'm glad to learn about another significant segment of our African American U.S. military history. I'm looking forward to learning more as I continue researching. A sincere thank you to Mr. James Averhart for introducing me to the MPMA website. God bless you!
Date/Time: 2009-09-30 15:24:23 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I actually heard about you via the PBS documentary. I loved it, not the struggle but the survival and triumph. I am 49, my father served in Korea and my mother is from South Carolina. I am an African American and I am so very proud of all you did for this country. I don't want you to ever think that the younger generation doesn't know, respect and admire your sacrifice. You have our deepest gratitude for all that you endured to make the world a better place for all of us. Thank you! :-)
Date/Time: 2009-09-23 22:04:08 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed The site was a very resourcefu piece of information, and honestly I never had much knowledge of the first African Americans to serve in the corps. Thank You
Date/Time: 2009-09-06 09:47:56 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed My farther served in the 52nd defense battalion as radio operator from 1943 until his discharge in 1946.My uncle also severed but in the 4th Air Wing as a cook. My dad once told me that they were on the same island didnt know it.Well all I have to say is Semper Fi Mac keep up with good deeds and work the childern of the tomorrow need to know of the sacrifices that their farthers farthers and mothers made for us all. Thank You very much.
Date/Time: 2009-09-01 21:09:01 PDT
Name: Alison Berry
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I just wanted to extend congratulations to Mr. Averhart, Mr. Carr and Ms. Ware and those who have accepted the call to take the Montford Point Marines into new heights in the new administration. This website flows with such a richness in history and one can't help but to feel the pain, commraderie and courage that the Original Montford Pointers had to endure to pass on such a great legacy for everyone. I hope to see the Montford Point Marines become more of a household name in the coming years as their counterparts in the military have. Lord knows you've paid the price and earned your place in history and in our hearts, and it's about time to show the world who you are! God Bless!
Date/Time: 2009-07-28 17:55:34 PDT
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Congrats to Mr Carr on being elected our new National Vice-President and also special congrats to those fellow new officers and of course our new National President.
Looking forward to working with the new administration in any capacity that benefits the Association/
Thanks and Congrats Again
Howard E. Neal
Chicago Chapter 2
Name: Pretrnina Straub
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed It gives you alot of information about The Montford Point Marines. I am very proud of the Men and Women who serve this country. Thank You!
Date/Time: 2009-07-14 15:21:51 PDT
Name: ROBERT F. DONOVAN
Email Address: DONOVANS 66 @AOL
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Michael I met you at Forest Lawn,Memorial Day of this year I was very impressed with you and your fellow marines.Great website more people should visit it is enlighting and refreshing.My hat is off to your webmaster,oh it's a blue hat,USAF 66-70.
Date/Time: 2009-07-12 23:06:24 PDT
Name: Thomas Facer
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed This site is a great source of pride for all Americans. I spent 31 years in the Navy and Air Force myself, and I learned about Military Pride from the many friends I had. Thank You for serving and documenting your achievements, accomplishments and tribulations.
Date/Time: 2009-07-08 11:00:07 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I was truly honored to have the privilege to read about the exceptional African-Americans who have served this country, our country as Marines. Every American needs to know the history of the Monford Point Marines. Thank you for providing such an educational and wonderful site!
Date/Time: 2009-06-23 06:35:46 PDT
Name: Kenneth W Smith
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed My father Herbert Smith was a Monford Point marine. I because a marine in 1982 and since his death in 2007, I give a plak to a graduating 6th grader in his name called "Herbert Smith, Monford point Marine, Sportsmanship award. My phone number is 856-308-6063.
Without these men there would not be me.
Date/Time: 2009-06-18 10:14:45 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Hello Gilbert
I have observed your work on several occasions now, and find your enthusiasm and love for Montford Point very contagious. You know how to get the job done and inspire others to read our national web sight. We are fortunate to have you with us.
I hope you will be willing to host a workshop session on how to start A Chapter web sight at the MPMA national convention, or pass out information on starting a web sight. You are clearly the best person for the job, and I know you can make a significant contribution.
What you are doing is a great service to all of us. We the Montford Point Marines hope you will continue.
James E Stewart Jr
President MPMA28
301-877-6808
Date/Time: 2009-05-28 12:24:22 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed This is a beautiful and significant website. I learned more than I ever knew, even after working 20+ years as a VA physician.
Thank you.....
Date/Time: 2009-05-06 08:02:07 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I am truly proud of this association of African American Marines. History will not forget you especially now that so many of us are now learning about you. I have passed this website on to my sons and others i hopes they will have a wonderful learning experience just as I did.
Date/Time: 2009-05-05 09:32:33 PDT
Name: Aaron Walls
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Serving in the corp from 1980 to 1988
I grew to have a Strong respect for my brothers and Sisters that served this great country of ours. and having this web site is just another way of cont. serving, and taking pride in our actions. god bless our troops, and god bless our country there is and never will be another likeours.
formal Cpl. Aaron Walls (U.S.M.C).
Date/Time: 2009-05-03 16:18:17 PDT
Name: L. E. (Michael) Johnson Ntional VP
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed "Semper Fi"
Montford Point Marines Inc.
Date/Time: 2009-04-25 16:27:31 PDT
Name: Dr. David J. Henry,PHD.
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I was happy to find that this organization existed. It is most important that the military history of African Americans in the Marine Corps be well documented and preserved.
Date/Time: 2009-04-12 18:00:12 PDT
Name: Mr. German E. Henderson
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed This is an excellant site.
Date/Time: 2009-04-10 11:00:08 PDT
Name: Erica Cowart
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed: Dear Administrator:
I watched the documentary narrated by Lou Gossett the other night detailing the history of all the courageous black men who were determined to make a difference at any cost. I am happy I happened to turn to that channel (24; Los Angeles County). I never learned so much and was never so proud to see and hear the voices of those who bravely changed the picture, the fabric of the United States. I am thankful that during this Black History Month, I can take away knowledge from your group that truly makes me glad and proud to be a Black American. Sincerely, Erica Cowart
Date/Time: 2009-02-26 10:34:46 PST
Name: Write Away
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed: Dear Montford Point Marines:
I just posted a response about the history of the Montford Point Marines on Afrigeneas.com. Please click on the link below which includes your url to this wonderful memorial site.
The Afrigeneas.com's Military Forum and its archives provides free access to Black Military History.
Regards,
K Wyer Lane
Write Away
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Date/Time: 2009-01-24 12:01:59 PST
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed I was in the Jacksonville area and was hoping to visit the museum. I am a strong supporter of the Montford Point Marines and have met many surviving members. This is the first time I've been on this site. It's awesome. I can tell that a great deal of care and respect was taken with building this site. Continue to preserve our history because it has become our children's future. God bless!
Mercedes Allsop
Woodbridge, VA
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed served in the corps from 1963 - 1973
ran montford point security 1973 until honorable discharged. many carrib and med cruises and TWO tours Republic Of South Viet Nam
Date/Time: 2009-01-03 11:54:33 PST
Name: Eddie Q. Hicks
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed Having been amember of the MPMA since the first Re-Union in 1965 I can see the vast improvement in the communications available to the public as well as the members of MPMA. The site is very informative both historically and modern day. Keep up the good work and perhaps the day will come when every Marine past, present and future will know of our history and the contributions we made to the freedom of the United States.
Date/Time: 2009-01-01 20:44:57 PST
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed: This is a wonderful site. I have relatives who are Marines and I referred them and some of their friends to this site. Keep up the good work. This is history that is never discussed.
Date/Time: 2008-12-27 15:48:44 PST
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed: SITE IS EXTREMELY IMPROVED AND MOTIVATING.
Date/Time: 2008-12-26 19:05:28 PST
Name: william e. pilgrim jr.
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed: i serve at montford point back in 1973. went to school there. looking at your site brought old times when i was there.thank you
Date/Time: 2008-12-24 13:31:31 PST
Name: Eddie L.Johnson
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed: One of the Exciting & Historical Sites about Black Men who served our country with valor,honor, bravery & distinction
Date/Time: 2008-11-12 10:24:28 PST
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed: On NYC-TV in New York, I saw a short film of "The Marines of Montford Point". I LOVED IT!!! My brother, Paul Walter Adams was a Marine. I am very proud of all of you. Hope to visit the museum in the near future.
Name: Peter E. Rojas Sr.
Date/Time: 2008-11-07 14:03:00 PST
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed: I am a retired Marine, thus the Corps is still in me. "Once a Marine, Always a Marine"... I've known about the MONTFORD POINT MARINE ASSOCIATION for a while and one day decided to see if there was a web-site such as this, and to my pleasant surprise here it is. I appreciate the work that you've done in an effort to preserve the history of not only the Montford Point Marines but all African American Marines & our Corps. Outstanding work, keep it up.
Semper Fi
Name: RICHARD S. DAVIS SR
Date/Time: 2008-10-27 12:11:06 PDT
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Your Comment of Our site is welcomed: THIS IS THE TIME OF MY LIFE THAT MAKES ME FEEL GOOD I WAS AND STILL A MARINE NOW THAT I KNOW OF MY BROTHERS OF MPMA
I WAS AT PI IN 1954 AND ONLY HAD 4 BLACK
MARINES in my plt 39 I WAS #4 so to see a site like this it makes me cry out with joy and lol keep up the good work
and the info semper Fi
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I am Proud to have served in the proudest service on the face of the planet. To the men and women that paved the way for me and many other Marines, your service will never be forgotten.
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My father was a Montford Point Marine. I have a picure of him and his platoon dated August 1944. He fought in the Korean War and was shot 16 times and left for dead. However, the snow froze the wounds and the recovery team realized he was still alive. I also have a picture of him receiving one of three Purple Hearts in the infirmary. I didn't realize the significance of his enlistment in the Marines till my son-in-law, who is aslo a marine, introduced me to one of his CO while visiting Pearl Harbour. His CO shook my hand and said it was an honor to meet the daughter of a Montford Pont Marine. My father passed away in 1996. While he was in the hospital, they did an x-ray and found a bullet still lodged in his back. My son-in-law is on his third tour in the Middle east.
I often visit marine sites on the internet and found your site. When I saw the name Montford Point Marines, I remembered the cap on my shelf that drapes his flag had the same name. Now I am trying to find any information I can about the Montford Point Marines. Can you point me in the right direction?
Denise Simon Gilpin
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The MPMA is an outstanding military unit "Semper Fi"
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I'm always on this web site. I heard it from a very good friend that is presently in the Marine Corp. Each time I go into this site I see different pictures in the Home page that I have never seen before to me this is extraordinary. Mr Taylor you and your team have given me some very important information about the Montford Point Marines and the history. I was very amaze on some of the information that I recieve when I purchased the video Fighting For Freedom. I just wish there was a way that this could be shown on TV. That way everybody would know how hard it was in becoming an Marine.
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The website is great. My son did his history fair project on the MPM, and he made a perfect score. I responded to oaklandmarine, and he helped me with getting started. We were able too create a music/picture video. I love the pictures the most because each one tell their own story. Most of all, it tells a story of time. A time we hope will never be again.
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Excellent Website - long overdue!
Enjoyed the various sites
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Viggie V. Hill |
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Although I'm not a Marine I have learn allot from going on this web site about the African American and what they went through to become an Marine. May God continue to Bless those few Montford Point Marines that are still living. Thanks Mr. Gilbert Taylor and all your support team
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Mar 19, 2008 |
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Viggie V. Hill |
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Although I'm not a Marine I have learn alot from going on this web site about the African American and what they went through to become an Marine. May God continue to Bless those few Montford Point Marines that are still living. Thanks Mr. Gilbert Taylor and all your support team
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9:59 AM
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Mar 13, 2008 |
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MsSunshinevVh@aol.com |
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Viggie V. Hill |
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I really like the link to the History of the Holidays. It shows that someone like yourself really cares.Thanks
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11:29 PM
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Mar 11, 2008 |
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Robert Middleton |
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Very attractive and informative website.
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5:40 AM
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Feb 27, 2008 |
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Eddie L. Johnson |
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Excellent and Magnificant Historical Site, especially for African Americans who have served America with Valor, Honor Pride Dignity & Patriotism.
I am also the President of a "African American Revolutionary War Veterans Museum who fought in the Revolutionary War, even though they were slaves. History has recorded over 5000 African Americans who fought in the American Revolution. This is our web site.
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