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135: Belleau Wood – A Cut Deeper with Captain Mac Caldwell

History That Doesn't Suck

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The Importance of Mental Toughness in the Marine Corps

The 6th June 1918 battle of Buresh, Haiti was a pivotal moment in the history of the Marine Corps. The Marines were led by Lieutenant Clifton Cates who would go on to become one of their most famous officers. CNN's John Defterios says Daley is an inspiration because he fought through fear and hardship for his men. "These people are just icons of humankind," said Defterios.

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