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Witness the training of a remarkable force of United States Marines as they are forged into a
Marine Expeditionary Unit of THE TIP OF AMERICAS SPEAR: THE FIRST TO FIGHT. This
action-packed film captures the drama and combat realism of the training and missions
which create America's premier force in readiness. Comprised of just 2,200 select US
Marines, this versatile and mobile fighting force is prepared for full combat as well as for
peacekeeping operations. Watch as the MEU units go into action armed with helicopters,
heavy tanks, artillery, armored vehicles, Harrier jets, landing craft and personal arsenals. This
film includes footage of a tragic helicopter crash that occurred during the training of this MEU
unit.
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