After the slaughter of Americans at the Consulate in Benghazi, we have heard many stories of the failure of security forces. Blame is easily fixed upon the Obama administration. There are facts in this debacle not always presented to Americans. The Marine security guards have two primary missions:
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Primary mission is to provide security of classified information and equipment vital to national security.
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Secondary mission is to provide security of consulate or embassy staff and American visitors.
Marine Security Guards are highly trained and motivated. They perform their duties as instructed by the mission statement and give their lives willingly.