The Supply Management Unit aboard Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, is home to more than 500,000 pieces of gear and supports 56 units throughout Regional Command Southwest.

Fuel is a mission essential commodity that can affect operational tempo, and when fuel levels at forward operating bases run low, Afghans are often contracted to refill their tanks.

Service members attached to 1st MLG (Fwd) provide tactical logistics support to adjacent units in Regional Command (Southwest) and assist in the Marine Corps' reset and reconstitution effort.

They spend time away from their families and friends; they wear the same clothes every day; they work seven days a week with no holiday breaks.

The calming shade of blue makes the water enticing under the intense Afghan sun, but the currents are relentless.

Marines with Alpha Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 4, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), conducted a combat logistics patrol along Route Red-West for the first time and provided tactical logistics support to Forward Operating Base Now Zad, April 21-26.

The day that Forward Operating Base Whitehouse, Afghanistan, came under attack started out like any other day.

After a 12-hour foot patrol in the baking heat of the Afghan desert, a shower to wash away the grime and the grit could be the one oasis the Marines and sailors here look forward to upon completing their arduous task.

Adapt and overcome is a common phrase in the Marine Corps, and Cpl. Sean Castillo, a welder with Maintenance Company, 1st Maintenance Battalion (-) Reinforced, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), is embodying those words everyday in Afghanistan and saving the Marine Corps millions of dollars while doing so.

While there was no official ceremony signifying the transfer of authority from one Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company to the next, the guidon outside the EOD compound on Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, now belongs to 1st EOD Co., 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward).

Communication is key to mission success in Afghanistan. From a convoy commander speaking to other vehicles over a radio, to a commanding officer receiving a situation report through an email, communication is crucial.

In order to effectively complete its mission, the Marine Corps often demands uniformity from its Marines. However, excellence above one's peers is always recognized.

Two years ago, then Gunnery Sgt. Kelly Minkler arrived in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, as an explosive ordnance disposal section leader with 1st EOD Company, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward).

Marines and sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward) stood in formation eagerly awaiting the official end of their tour in Afghanistan, April 17.

Whether it is Girl Scout cookies sent by patriotic Americans or photographs of your child's first day at school, mail is the number one source of morale for Marines in a combat zone.

In America, all branches of the military are voluntary, and for those who choose to join, a certain level of respect is earned.

"Pretty much everything anyone has out here came through supply at one point," said Lance Cpl. Lud G. Romain, assistant warehouse chief, Combat Logistics Battalion 4, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward).

Marines with Support Company, 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward) worked tirelessly toward the completion of a 12 kilometer stretch of road.

Doctors, surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses and corpsmen began April 10 like every other Tuesday – by conducting medical drills to prepare for the worst.

A young girl showed her sign in anticipation. "Finally, you're home! That took so long!" She screamed from the top of her little lungs and jumped up and down without a care in the world. From that moment on, there was no need for long-distance calls, no need for emails, or care packages. Her daddy was right in front of her.

In the Battle of Guadalcanal during World War II, infantry Marines and the shore party got mixed up after the initial landings on the beach.

'Sleep-in Sunday' is the affectionately given nickname to the one day of rest afforded to the Marines and sailors of Regimental Combat Team 6 each week.

The Supply Management Unit aboard Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, acts as the intermediary between units across Regional Command Southwest and the sources of supply for Marine Corps organizations.

Joe DiMaggio once said, "You always get a special kick on opening day, no matter how many you go through. You look forward to it like a birthday party when you're a kid. You think something wonderful is going to happen."

As Afghanistan continues to transition into a stronger, Afghan-led country, Marines continue to do their part by leaving things better than they found them.

Marines with 2nd Platoon, Bravo Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 4, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), assisted in demilitarizing Patrol Base Mirmandab, March 23-31.

After a successful deployment providing logistical support to Regional Command Southwest, Marine Air-Ground Task Force Support Battalion 11.2, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), relinquished their responsibilities to 1st Maintenance Battalion (-) Reinforced, 1st MLG (Fwd) during a transfer of authority ceremony at Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, April 3.

Operational tempo in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, continues at a high pace. Service members continue to conduct foot patrols, mounted patrols, resupply convoys and construction projects on a daily basis.

Communications Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 17, 1st Marine Logistics Group, introduced a new company commander during a change of command ceremony here, March 30.

Marines with Maintenance Company, Marine Air-Ground Task Force Support Battalion11.2, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward) are wrapping up their last few days of deployment in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

For more than 50 years, Navy League has been recognizing the top performing enlisted female service members to award them the Navy League's Enlisted Woman of the Year award.

"Not everybody gets to say they fought for their country during a time of war, and I take a lot of pride in what I do."

Marines with Support Company, Combat Logistics Bn. 4, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), completed construction of a vehicle washrack at the battalion motor pool, March 27.

Of the more than 200 Marines that make up General Support Motor Transport Company, Marine Air-Ground Task Force Support Battalion 11.2, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), all but six are Reserve Component Marines.

For the past six months, Sgt. Matthew Branch has been responsible for providing security for Afghan truck drivers while they deliver fuel to forward operating bases in northern Helmand province, Afghanistan.

Thirty five civilian trucks carrying approximately 340,000 gallons of fuel left the outskirts of Camp Leatherneck to deliver fuel to forward operating bases in northern Helmand province, Afghanistan, March 13.

"Brown bear, brown bear, what do you see? I see a red bird looking at me..." She began to read the book to a video camera while sitting in front of a U.S. flag.

Alpha Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 4, 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward), completed their largest combat logistics patrol to date in Helmand province, March 11–14.

Anyone who has ever used cash to buy something at the exchange in Afghanistan is familiar with the pogs that serve as change for a purchase.

Lt. Col. Michael J. Murchison, outgoing commanding officer for 1st Supply Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, relinquished command to Maj. Michael Fitzgerald during a change-of-command ceremony at the 22 Area parade deck here, March 16.

Coalition forces with the Regional Logistics Support Command-Southwest Advisor Team have made significant progress training members of the Afghan National Army in the past few months.

The staff of 1st Marine Logistics Group (Forward) toured the Regional Logistics Support Command-Southwest and met with their Afghan National Army counterparts to discuss current and future challenges together, March 12.

Since he assumed his post as sergeant major of Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, here, Jan. 21, Sgt. Maj. Juan Diaz wasted no time making sure his Marines understand what he expects as it pertains to discipline, conduct, standards and morale.