 It is said the backbone of the Marine Corps is the Marine Non-Commissioned Officer. And for First Marine Logistics Group forward, this statement holds true every day while deployed to Helmand Province, Afghanistan. In addition to leading Marines, the Marine NCOs of First Marine Logistics Group have many other responsibilities. These non-commissioned officers are often times at forward operating bases and patrol bases with little to no supervision, ensuring that MLG's mission is accomplished. The commanding general and group sergeant major received praises about their NCO's work while in a combat zone. The heritage of Marine Corps non-commissioned officers was established many years ago. And the NCOs of First Marine Logistics Group continue to emulate that professionalism while deployed.