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UNITMYYMGreetings from a Young Marines unit in Thailand Were you aware that there is an affiliate Young Marines unit in Thailand Well there is and its led by retired Master Gunnery Sergeant Radford Mays. Last summer they went to EOD-Beach at U-tapao where you could rent an unusual beach cottage shown at right fabricated with part of a retired C-47 transport aircraft. Enjoy the pictures and if you want to cor- respond with themyou can write to Radford Mays JUSMAGTHAI Box R 3490 APO AP AP 96546-9998 USA. Ramps for Warriors Out of Respect for Their Service Among the San Antonio Young Marines are some dedicated teens who know that community service is one of the highest callings.They are particularly proud of a program called Ramps for Warriors. Some veterans are on fixed incomes and cannot afford the cost of hiring a contractor to build a wheelchair ramp. Our unit assists these veterans by building ramps. Through Ramps for Warriors a veteran in need of a ramp may have one custom-made by our Young Marines and adult vol- unteers.The veterans pay nothing and the pride our Young Marines earn from this service is priceless. The veterans genuinely appreciate the work done by our Young Ma- rines. This service is possible through fundraising and donations. Our Young Marines host barbeque fundraisers and participate in 5K events to raise money so that we are able to give back to our veterans who have given us so much through their duty and sacrifice. With several years of ramp-building experience behind them the San Antonio Young Marines plan to continue offering these services to our veterans. Our Young Marines are the leaders of tomorrow leaders who know how to serve and give back. -- Submitted by Christopher Redman Training Officer San Antonio TX Young Marines Several Santa Clarita Valley Young Marines had the opportunity to meet former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin last December. She was signing cop- ies of her new bookSweet Freedom when the room filled with Young Ma- rines. Palin took the opportunity to shake the hand of every Young Ma- rine and thank them for serving the community and honoring their country.Ms.Palin also thanked staff members Mark Sears and Adjutant Cathy Hagopian for their service to the Young Marines and giving their time. Thank you for all you do to help these kids love America. They are our future and I cant thank you enough stated Pal- in. She then stood and instructed us all to gather for an impromptu group photo. Photo L-R Adjutant Mrs.HagopianStaff member Mr. Sears YMLCpl. Carlon YM Cpl. Sanchez YMSgt. Chandler YMLCpl. Corey YMSgt. Segoviano Sarah Palin YMPvt. Cortez YMSgt. Lepine. Submitted by Mark Sears Executive Officer Santa Clarita Valley CA Young Marines Santa Clarita Valley We Shook Hands With Governor Sarah Palin Page 8 ESPRIT