USMC Combat Correspondents Association

The book, released on June 1, 2025, is based on his exhaustive four-year investigation across two continents into the 1979 typhoon, fuel spill, and fire at Camp Fuji, Japan—widely regarded as one of the Corps’ worst peacetime disasters. Through powerful accounts of heartbreak, courage, and resilience, Fuji Fire offers new insight into the tragedy’s causes and lasting consequences, reflecting an enduring commitment to informing the public and deepening understanding of the Mar

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. William J. Weyrauch relinquished command to Capt. Joshua S. Mossman during a change of command ceremony for 1st Communication Strategy and Operations Company, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, on Aug. 21, 2026. Weyrauch, a native of Colorado, assumed command of 1st COMMSTRAT Company earlier this year following a CoC ceremony with Maj. Sarah D. Rhodes, a native of Florida. The passing of the

FY27 Voting Now Open Voting for our FY27 USMCCCA Officers and Board of Directors is now open. This year’s slate includes multiple uncontested nominations for our Officer positions, two candidates vying for President, and four individuals competing for three seats on our Board of Directors. Follow the steps below to access our voting page and learn more about this year’s nominees seeking election or a second term. REMINDER: Only Lifetime Members and Regular Members in good