Marine Communications Experts Compete in Thunderstruck
Marine communication experts participated in Thunderstruck, a first-of-its-kind contest of field radio and combat skills.
A team of four Marines carried radios and navigated a six-mile track, with no turning back.
The competition, hosted by 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, tested teams of Marines operating radios, networks, and communications gear.
- 15 squads competed in the inaugural Marine Corps-wide field communications competition.
- The winning team emerged from the headquarters regiment of 1st Marine Logistics Group.
The Thunderstruck Communications Team Competition
was run by Marine Wing Communication Squadron 38, led by Lt.
Author's summary: Marines compete in Thunderstruck communications contest.