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Uncle Walkie served as a Marine infantryman for 25 years, retiring as a Master Gunnery Sergeant with three tours in Iraq and a Purple Heart. You can read more of his work on his blog http://takeitontheleftfoot.com/
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Creative USMC leadership, 90s style
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Top 5 knife hand employment techniques
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