By United States Marine Corp
Marine Col. Joseph Galvin, an All-Marine Athlete, participated in the 48th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) in Washington, D.C. on Oct. 29.
Galvin, currently stationed at Marine Corps Installation-East, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, with Headquarters and Service Battalion, crossed the finish line of the 48th MCM 10k with a time of 37:52. The 1995 Central Michigan University alumnus has been the coach of the All-Marine Marathon Team for the past eight years.
“This is a great event,” said Galvin. “It’s perfect weather for a 10K, not so much for a marathon, a little warm, but at least it’s not 80 degrees yet.”
Galvin, a 1991-graduate from Sparta High School in Sparta, Michigan, commissioned in the Marine Corps on April 4, 1997. This MCM marked his 25th full marathon.
A powerful experience
“The Marine Corps Marathon is a direct representation of the challenges we face as people,” said Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz. “When we, Marines, are faced with the challenges that comes with being a Marine, we draw from our soul, our physical strength and mental stamina to fight and win.”
Approximately 30,000 runners from around the world gathered to take part in this elite challenge of mental and physical strength and endurance.
“The 48th Marine Corps Marathon starts as an individual journey but turns into a powerful selective experience. There’s achievement, respect, rededication and remembrance,” said Alex Heatherington, MCM race director.
“It’s also a recognition of service and sacrifice that binds us altogether, and it’s a reminder that Marine Corps is here to serve the nation and its people,” Heatherington continued. “Those that meet the challenge cross the finish line and receive our signature celebration of achievement.”
