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Picture Perfect in Plitvice – The Marines with Detachment Zagreb recently completed their semi-annual inspection with their MSG officer and took some time to explore the Plitvice National Park, both the largest and oldest in the Republic of Croatia. Due to its exceptional natural beauty, which has always attracted nature lovers, the Plitvice Lakes have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since October 1979 and continues to be internationally recognized to this day! #marines #usmc #marinesecurityguards #msgduty #plitvicenationalpark #plitvicelakes #zagreb #croatia #waterfall #park #unescoworldheritagesite #ineveryclimeandplace

🎖️ Achievements & Accolades 🎖️ Each month we highlight our MSGs around the world who are promoted to their next rank or are awarded for their performance. Please join us in acknowledging the success of these Marines! Picture 1: Kathmandu, Nepal – Lance Cpl. Zenteno-Carapia was meritoriously promoted to the rank of Corporal. Zenteno-Carapia, selected as the Region 2 Marine of the Quarter, was also awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for his above and beyond performance, dedication, and devotion to duty. Picture 2: Jerusalem, Israel – Lance Cpl. Rivera and Cpl. Diarra were both selected as the Region 5 Marine of the Quarter and Non-commissioned Officer of the Quarter, respectively. During this period, Rivera was promoted to the rank of Corporal, and Diarra was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Additionally, both Marines were awarded Meritorious Masts, Certificates of Commendation, and a Department of State Meritorious Honor Award for the performance in Detachment Jerusalem. Picture 3: Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Lance Cpl. Vasquez was promoted to the rank of Corporal. Picture 4: Tunis, Tunisia – Lance Cpl. Boucher was promoted to the rank of Corporal, and Lance Cpl. Lammers was awarded the Good Conduct Medal. Picture 5: Tallinn, Estonia – Gunnery Sgt. Arrick was promoted to the rank of Master Sergeant. Picture 6: N’Djamena, Chad – Lance Cpl. White was meritoriously promoted to the rank of Corporal. Pictures 7-9: Region 9 HQ, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. – Lance Cpl. Piedra, an administrative clerk, was meritoriously promoted to the rank of Corporal. Additionally, Marine Security Guard Officer, 1st Lt. Arbeznik, was promoted to the rank of Captain. Lastly, Gunnery Sgt. Serrano, the Administrative Chief, conducted his reenlistment ceremony, marking an additional four years of service within the Marine Corps! Picture 10: Skopje, North Macedonia – Sgt. Buck was promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant. #marines #usmc #marinesecurityguards #msgduty #usembassy #awards #promotions #achievements #success #msglife #travelandadventure #ambassadorsinblue #ineveryclimeandplace

Assembled in Austria – Let’s kickstart this week off with an awesome photo of the MSGs in Vienna, Austria. They recently gathered in front of the Austrian Parliament Building for a detachment photo together. Looking great, Marines! #marines #usmc #marinesecurityguards #vienna #austria #groupphoto #dressblues #ambassadorsinblue #ineveryclimeandplace

OC! OC! OC! The MSG Students with Class 5-24 completed the OC spray portion of their training on Friday, marking their last major training event before graduation on September 27! The students undergo oleoresin capsicum spray training in order to understand the psychological and physiological effects the chemical agent has on a person. #marinesecurityguards #msgduty #msgschool #marines #training #ocspray #nonlethal #students

Runnin’ ‘round the CAR – The Marines with Detachment Bangui, Central African Republic, recently hosted their Region 7 commanding officer and first sergeant for a command visit. For physical training, the detachment led their leadership on a 4.5-mile motivational run and conducted calisthenics at the New Embassy Compound. Although Bangui is one of the most austere, remote, and isolated locations MSGs can be assigned to around the globe, the motivation remains high as the Marines make a difference at their post and in their community daily. Great job, Marines! #marines #usmc #marinesecurityguards #bangui #centralafricanrepublic #africa #motivation #run #exercise #ineveryclimeandplace

Exploring the Ruins – The Marines with Detachment Belmopan recently wrapped up their semi-annual inspection and conducted a cultural event, alongside their MSG officer, to Xunantunich, one of the largest Mayan sites ever discovered in Belize! During their private tour of the ruins, the Marines were met with spectacular views top the top of the temple and were able to see the bordering town of Melchor de Mencos, Guatemala. The Xunantunich has been continually excavated for more than 100 years, and as recently as 2016, archaeologists discovered a tomb of a Mayan ruler underneath the main temple. #marines #usmc #marinesecurityguards #belmopan #belize #temple #ruins #culture #ambassadorsinblue #ineveryclimeandplace

9/11 Remembrance – Today, the Marines and embassy community with U.S. Embassy Dubai, United Arab Emirates, participated in a workout to pay respects to the nearly 3,000 individuals who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, when jetliners were hijacked and crashed into the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and a field in Pennsylvania. Semper Fidelis to all the men and women who are no longer with us today. #marines #usmc #september11 #neverforget911 #usembassy #dubai #uae #workout #gonebutnotforgotten #memorial #ineveryclime

Elephant Rock🐘 Marines with Detachment N’Djamena, Chad recently ventured out to enjoy the countryside views of Elephant Rock! The Marines were able to climb part way up Elephant Rock, a name given by the formation's natural resemblance to the shape of an elephant. #marinesecurityguards #msgduty #marines #ndjamena #chad #ineveryclimeandplace #ambassadorsinblue

Team 7️⃣ RTE – Marine Corps Embassy Security Group Region 7 recently held their annual Regional Training Event in Lisbon, Portugal, bringing together detachment commanders and staff from across the region. The RTE facilitated numerous opportunities for physical, mental, social and spiritual resilience-building. Region 7, which encompasses countries in North and West Africa, is comprised of some of the most remote, austere and unique places on the planet! #marinesecurityguards #msgduty #marines #lisbon #portugal #ineveryclimeandplace #ambassadorsinblue

Helsinki from the Sea 🛶 Recently, Marines with Detachment Helsinki, Finland wrapped up their Command Visit with their Region One Command Team. As part of the visit, the Marines took their leadership on a kayaking tour to see the notable sights of Helsinki from the sea. #marinesecurityguards #msgduty #marines #helsinki #finland #kayak #ineveryclimeandplace

Touring the Tomb🏯Marines with Detachment Shenyang, China recently took a visit to the Zhaoling Tomb of the Qing Dynasty, which is also known as the Zhao Mausoleum. Construction of the mausoleum began in 1643 and was originally restricted to imperial use, but in 1928, the forbidden area was opened to the public. #marinesecurityguards #msgduty #marines #shenyang #china #ineveryclimeandplace #ambassadorsinblue

Promotions & Achievements – Each month we highlight our MSGs around the world who are promoted to their next rank or awarded for their performance. Please join us in acknowledging the successes of these Marines, who have significantly contributed to the MSG program! Pictures 1-3: Brussels, Belgium – Cpl. Harden was promoted to the rank of Sergeant, and Lance Cpl. Ericson was promoted to the rank of Corporal. Additionally, Lance Cpl. McLain was awarded a Certificate of Commendation from Region 5, Lance Cpl. Sanabria was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from the Engineering Service Office, and Sgt. Vaudrien received his Good Conduct Medal (second award). Pictures 4-6: Tegucigalpa, Honduras – Lance Cpl. Ratsamee and Lance Cpl. Robles were both promoted to the rank of Corporal. Picture 7: Skopje, North Macedonia – Sgt. Robinson received a Certificate of Commendation for serving as an instructor for the first Corporals Course for Region 8, and Sgt. Brown received the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for his exemplary dedication, leadership, and character while serving as the Assistant Detachment Commander. Picture 8: Kathmandu, Nepal – Sgt. Delacruz was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for his impact as Acting Detachment Commander. Congratulations, Marines! #marines #usmc #marinesecurityguards #msgduty #usembassy #awards #promotions #achievements #success #travelandadventure #ambassadorsinblue #ineveryclimeandplace