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Exclusive Interview:  Steven C. Barber

Film Director Gains Ground for Marines  

July 2011

"God. That's all. Just God." Oscar-qualified director Steven C. Barber's depiction of Marines in now three critically-acclaimed documentaries has earned him the Corps' respect - something rarely given to Hollywood. And with the same humility as a Marine, he gives the credit of his work...(more)

Generously Oz Sanchez sent Corps Stories these thoughts to share regarding Barber's work: "Exposure, awareness, and recognition of the fallen WWII Marines at Tarawa, that have gone essentially unrecognized to this point. His work and efforts put towards "Return to Tarawa" earned him the respect of acclaimed actor Ed Harris, world renowned CNN face Larry King, and most notably, general James F. Amos, current commandant of the Marine Corps. To include myself."

WATCH "RETURN TO TARAWA, THE LEON COOPER STORY" FREE ON HULU, click here 


Other Features: 

Exclusive Interview:    Phil Irizarry: Marine Won't Drop His Pack     June 2011

"There is so much freedom to do anything else." Phil Irizarry said as he leaned forward in a quiet cantina not far from Marine Corps headquarters. Then, with his eyes planted, Irizarry forced his point in a quiet and gentle voice. "And they go to the scariest places on planet."

That is what he admires in the veterans he assists via Operation First Response, a nonprofit (more...)

REVIEW:  "Combat Related Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD 
a resource and recovery guide"

Noteworthy Books June 2011

The beautiful thing about Combat Related Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD is that it puts in a nutshell information and help that all too often fills volumes (then confuses sufferers and delays treatment). (more...)
The Sixth Anniversary of the
Haditha Hospital Ambush

CorpsStories revisits our exclusive Special Assignment
7 May 2011
Three Marines and a Corpsman were Killed. The Remaining MAP 7 Marines
Pinned Down and Surrounded held insurgents off and were rightly decorated as
Amongst the bravest of the entire Iraq War

The Passing of Maj. HG Duncan, USMC 
March 28, 2011

 We at Corps Stories deeply regret the loss of Maj. Gene Duncan, one of the most well-known and well-respected authors in Corps history. He had an unmatched positive impact on this writer and this publication.
 Maj. Duncan's son and grandsons await the transfer of his remains to graveside. Quantico National Cemetery
Marines And Trauma Exclusive Guest Editorial

 A Little Faith and Prayer Go a Long Way

Heather Sliwinski, Case Manager, Operation First Response

February 2011