The John A. Lejeune Recognition for Exemplary Leadership for demonstrated leadership in their chosen profession or appointed or elected position that is clearly exemplary and worthy of emulation. The recipient must epitomize the core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment; and practice the leadership traits and principles ascribed to by the United States Marine Corps.
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2016 Recipient:
The Honorable John W. Warner United States Senator, Commonwealth of Virginia, 1979-2009 |
The Heritage Award for recognition of those who have provided unique and significant service to the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation in the fulfillment of its mission.
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2016 Recipient:
General Joseph J. Went, USMC (Ret) Lieutenant General Philip D. Shutler, USMC (Ret) Brigadier General Margaret A. Brewer, USMC (Ret)* Brigadier General William Weise, USMC (Ret) Colonel Roger H. Barnard, USMC (Ret) Colonel James A. Bracken, USMC (Ret) Colonel Gordon W. Keiser, USMC (Ret) Colonel Gerald C. Thomas, Jr., USMC (Ret)* Colonel Gerald H. Turley, USMC (Ret) Lieutenant Colonel John J. Cahill, USMC (Ret)* Master Gunnery Sergeant James G. Kyser, USMC (Ret)* Mr. David H. Hugel *Awarded posthumously |
The Colonel Joseph Alexander Award for a distinguished work of biographical or autobiographical literature about a Marine and is given in memory of Colonel Joe Alexander, historian, author, and longtime friend of the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation.
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2016 Recipient:
Colonel Glenn Harned, USA (Ret) “Marine Corps Generals, 1899-1936” |
The Sergeant Major Dan Daly Award for a distinguished example of still photography by an individual, in black and white or color, which consists of a collection of photographs capturing U.S. Marines or Marine Corp life.
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2016 Recipient:
Sergeant Reece Lodder, USMC “Boot Camp Prep |
The General Roy S. Geiger Award sponsored by Colonel G.F. Robert Hanke, USMCR, in memory of his father, Wing Commander Ralph Hanke, Royal Air Force. It is named for General Geiger, the fifth designated naval aviator in Marine Corps history, who commanded both air and ground units during World War II. This award is given to the author of the best aviation article published during the previous calendar year.
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2016 Recipient:
Lieutenant Colonel James McBride, USMC “Electronic Warfare in Vietnam - How the Corps Became the Electronic Warfare Leader during the Vietnam War“ published in the Marine Corps Gazette, January 2015 |
The Colonel Julia E. Hamblet Award funded by a bequest from the estate of Lotus Mort and judged by the Women Marines Association. It is given to the individual or team who has done the most to further the recognition of the history of women who have earned the title Marine.
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2016 Recipient:
Ms. Sara Sheldon “The Few. The Proud. Women Marines in Harm’s Way” Ms. Sheldon’s writing and research brings credit to the women who have earned the title Marine. She continually takes action to ensure their history and accomplishments are not forgotten. |
The Major Norman Hatch Award for the best mini-documentary (longer than 40 minutes) dealing with historical or current Marine Corps subjects.
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2016 Recipient:
Mr. Ken & Mrs. Betty Rodgers “Bravo! Common Men, Uncommon Valor (Khe Sanh)” |
The Colonel Robert D. Heinl, Jr. Award for a distinguished example of feature writing by an individual dealing with U.S. Marine Corps history or Marine Corps life, giving prime consideration for high literary quality and originality.
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2016 Recipient:
Mr. David J. Ulbrich “The U.S. Marine Corps, Amphibious Capabilities, and Preparations for War with Japan” published in Marine Corps University Journal, Spring 2015 |
The Sergeant Major Bradley Kasal Award for a distinguished example of still photography by an individual, in black and white or color, which consists of a single photograph capturing the character of the individual Marine and the core values of the U.S. Marine Corps.
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2016 Recipient:
Ms. Mindy Schauer “Mom’s Home!” |
The Major Megan McClung Award for a distinguished example of reporting by an individual covering U.S. Marines abroad.
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2016 Recipient:
Staff Sergeant Ken Melton USMC (Ret) “Company I Responds to SVBIED Attack” published on Marines.mil, September 2005 Read the article |
The General Oliver P. Smith Award for a distinguished example of local news reporting by an individual that illuminates the U.S. Marine Corps relationship with local communities.
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