Medicus belli- War doctor

Petty Officer 3rd Class Lee Hamilton Deal Insert: April 13 1983 Extract: May 17 2006 He died fighting in Al Anbar province, Iraq during Operation Iraqi freedom. Warriors die 2 times Once in the physical form Second time is when thier name is said for the last time. Our goal here is to never allow this to happen to men of our community. Deal graduated West Monroe High School in West Monroe, La., in 2001. There, he excelled in football, soccer, baseball and golf. Following high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was assigned to Division 098 at Naval Training Center Great Lakes, Ill., and graduated March 13, 2003. He attended the old pipeline training at Naval Hospital Corps School and later Field Medical Service School at Camp Pendleton, Calif. Upon completion, he was assigned to Reconnaissance Indoctrination Course at Camp Pendleton and then Reconnaissance Basic Course at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Calif. Other training assignments included Marine Combatant Divers Course in Panama City, Fla., Dive Medicine Course at Naval Dive and Salvage Center in Panama City, Basic Airborne Course at Fort Benning, Ga., and the Joint Special Operations Combat Medical Course at the Joint Special Operations Medical Training Center in Fort Bragg, N.C. He was then assigned to 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion. Deal’s awards include the Purple Heart with gold star in lieu of second award, Combat Action Ribbon, Navy Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal and Global War on Terrorism Service Medal. From his Marine: Bright said Deal’s actions on the day he was killed demonstrated how he carried himself at all times as a combatant corpsman, a sailor ready to fight alongside his Marines. Bright explained Lee died “fearlessly clearing a suspected insurgent stronghold with his fellow Marines, willingly sacrificing his own safety to the benefit of his fellow Marines and to the successful accomplishment of the mission.” Never above you, Never below you, Always beside you Arrrrrrugah!!!

Hellbender 100 was one of those races where the highs and lows came in waves. One minute I had runnable legs, the next I was digging deep just to keep moving. I kept telling myself to just wait longer. Eventually the lows pass, and you find another gear. 20,000 feet of elevation gain, countless climbs, a few 5-minute dirt naps, and one unforgettable experience. If you haven’t tried a dirt nap during an ultra 10/10 recommend. It could save your race. Anybody who can complete something like this should feel a real sense of accomplishment. Finishing something this demanding takes patience, grit, and the willingness to keep moving when things stop feeling good. Huge thanks to the Marine Reconnaissance Foundation and everyone supporting our mission. Proud to race in support of Line of Effort 1: Recurring Support - providing ongoing assistance to Recon Marines, Sailors, and their families through programs like Gold Star family retreats, family support initiatives, and recovery programs. You can always donate to the MRF with the link in my bio. The MRF is always helping people in need but we can’t do it without donations. Time to get ready for the next hard thing. Run The Rut “Trifecta”. @recon_foundation_athletics @mrfendurance @marinereconfoundation

2nd MRB, CALFEX, 2026. #marsoc#marineraiders#marines#spiritusinvictus

1st MRB, Heritage Week, 2026. #marsoc#marineraiders#marines#spiritusinvictus

Remember Who You Are Warfighter.

The paddle tradition. One of the most recognized traditions in the Recon/Raider community is the paddle. For years, many believed it traced directly back to the Marine Raiders of World War II. The story made sense, Raiders operating from rubber boats, paddling into denied coastlines under the cover of darkness. It fit the identity of Marine Raiders perfectly. But the modern paddle tradition, at least in the form we know it today, appears to have a different origin. After talking to Raiders of WW2 they never seem to know much or ever mentioned the tradition. This caused confusion for some. What we do know is its a very well know tradition now and has been to believe at least the earliest mentioned is Veitnam. With a story about Sgt Armando Alonso of 2nd recon. After the Vietnam War, the Marine Corps downsized and deactivated several Recon units, including all Force Recon Companies. The Recon Battalions that remained active kept the culture alive during a difficult period for the community. In 1974, at 2nd Recon Battalion, Sgt Armando Alonso was working in the SCUBA locker when the battalion began replacing old paddles that had been used for amphibious operations. Instead of throwing them away, Alonso saw value in them. One of his friends, SSgt James Ortega, was leaving Bravo Company for orders to the drill field. Alonso took one of the old paddles, sanded it down, painted it green, added a 2nd Recon Battalion emblem, Ortega’s tour dates, and a personalized message. Without realizing it, he created what would become the modern paddle tradition. Over time, the paddle became more than just a gift. It turned into a symbol of brotherhood, suffering, sacrifice, and respect within the Recon/Raider community. Every paddle tells a story not just about one Marine or Sailor, but about the team he served with. Now days the tradition is a celebration of sorts for a person that brought significant value to the team and would leave a abcent void within the team because of how good this Marine or Sailor was if gone. I wont go into too much detail but can imagine it is always a great time. An the biggest honor to receive a paddle. If you didn't rope, you don't paddle.

Medicus belli PST minimums. Goals 500yd swim:12:30. 9:00 Max pullups:10 20 Max push-ups:50. 80-100 Max sit-ups:50. 80-100 1.5mile run: 10:30. 9:00 Jump, dive ,shoot, and do the highest level of special operations medicine on the battlefield to keep Marines to the left and right of you alive, upholding the reputation of those that went before you. If that interests you, contact your local navy recruiter. Screen today and ask about the navy challenge program for SOIDC/SARC. "Aut viam inveniam aut faciam"- "I shall either find a way or make one"- SOIDC motto. Contact your navy recruiter about HM-ATF #SOIDC #sarc #recon

Delta company 2nd Recon doc. late 90s conducting IA drills PST minimums. Goals 500yd swim:12:30. 9:00 Max pullups:10 20 Max push-ups:50. 80-100 Max sit-ups:50. 80-100 1.5mile run: 10:30. 9:00 Jump, dive ,shoot, and do the highest level of special operations medicine on the battlefield to keep Marines to the left and right of you alive, upholding the reputation of those that went before you. If that interests you, contact your local navy recruiter. Screen today and ask about the navy challenge program for SOIDC/SARC. "Aut viam inveniam aut faciam"- "I shall either find a way or make one"- SOIDC motto. Contact your navy recruiter about HM-ATF #SOIDC #sarc #recon

MEDICUS BELLI Socom screener intest 25m underwater crossover On a single breath hold, conduct 1 knot at a time. Bowline(with 1 line on a vertical poll) Round turn with 2 half hitchs(another line on a vertical poll) Square knot(tie the running ins together) The instructor will untie all 3 knots Clove hitch(with 1 line tie to vertical poll) Figure 8(with the running in of the clove hitch tie the knot) 9 to 12 ft of water 5 minutes of bobs 2min float 100yd travel 5 bobs (must complete one front flip in-between bobs) 5 bobs (must complete one back flip in-between bobs) pick up mask with mouth 5 bobs with mask in your mouth All with out goggles and hands and feet tied. This is a socom level training event. Not an event you should conduct on your own time. This is just for exposure. You have been warned that this recreational activity may cause physical harm to you or to someone under my control or accompanying me, and I confirm that I have been warned about the potential physical harm of this Jump, dive ,shoot, and do the highest level of special operations medicine on the battlefield to keep Marines to the left and right of you alive, upholding the reputation of those that went before you. If that interests you, contact your local navy recruiter. Screen today and ask about the navy challenge program for SOIDC/SARC. "Aut viam inveniam aut faciam"- "I shall either find a way or make one"- SOIDC motto. Contact your navy recruiter about HM-ATF #SOIDC #sarc #recon

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Medicus belli RPAT • 500-yard swim: 12:30 or less (9 minutes)* • Push-ups: 42 (80-100) • Sit-ups: 50 (80-100) • Pull-ups: 6 (20) • 1.5-mile run: 11:30 or less (9 minutes) • 12-mile 50-pound ruck: Three hours or less (2:30 -- 12- to 13-minute/mile pace) • 2 USMC obstacle courses: First in under 4:00, second for completion (3:30 or less) Jump, dive ,shoot, and do the highest level of special operations medicine on the battlefield to keep Marines to the left and right of you alive, upholding the reputation of those that went before you. If that interests you, contact your local navy recruiter. Screen today and ask about the navy challenge program for SOIDC/SARC. "Aut viam inveniam aut faciam"- "I shall either find a way or make one"- SOIDC motto. Contact your navy recruiter about HM-ATF #SOIDC #sarc #recon

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