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Medal of Honor Staff Sgt. Macario Garcia

5th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment

May 30, 2025 | 1:09

We proudly honor the legacy of Staff Sgt. Macario Garcia, who bravely fought in World War II on Grosshau, Germany, Nov. 27, 1944. His conspicuous heroism, his inspiring, courageous conduct, and his complete disregard for his personal safety earned him the distinguished Medal of Honor, a testament to his dedication and valor. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Sar Paw) "Pride of the Nation" by Damon Criswell is licensed by De Wolfe Music Library. To request a copy of this 5th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment’s license please email team@dewolfemusic.com Citation While an acting squad leader of Company B, 22d Infantry, on 27 November 1944, near Grosshau, Germany, he single handedly assaulted two enemy machine-gun emplacements. Attacking prepared positions on a wooded hill, which could be approached only through meager cover, his company was pinned down by intense machine-gun fire and subjected to a concentrated artillery and mortar barrage. Although painfully wounded, he refused to be evacuated and on his own initiative crawled forward alone until he reached a position near an enemy emplacement. Hurling grenades, he boldly assaulted the position, destroyed the gun, and with his rifle killed three of the enemy who attempted to escape. When he rejoined his company, a second machine gun opened fire and again the intrepid soldier went forward, utterly disregarding his own safety. He stormed the position and destroyed the gun, killed three more Germans, and captured four prisoners. He fought on with his unit until the objective was taken and only then did he permit himself to be removed for medical care. SSgt. (then Pvt.) Garcia's conspicuous heroism, his inspiring, courageous conduct, and his complete disregard for his personal safety wiped out two enemy emplacements and enabled his company to advance and secure its objective.

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PREREQUISITES

►Must be a volunteer Corporal or Sergeant in any MOS. Staff Sergeants will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

►Must conduct a Recommendation Interview Panel with CI/HUMINT personnel.

►Must possess a GT score of 110 or higher (may be waived - See FAQ below). Click here for information regarding ASVAB retesting on Camp Pendleton.

►Security requirement: SCI security clearance eligibility. Application for the SCI security clearance eligibility must be submitted prior to attending the MAGTF Counterintelligence/HUMINT Basic Course at NMITC, Dam Neck, Virginia.

► The applicant must be eligible for a TS/SCI clearance.

► FTAP Marines can only conduct a lateral move in conjunction with a re-enlistment, and should contact us within a year of their EAS. STAP Marines can contact us at any time.

►Must be 21 years of age prior to lateral move into the CI/HUMINT MOS.

►Must reenlist for a total period of 60 months prior to entry into the MAGTF CI/HUMINT Course.

►Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license (may not be waived).

►Must be worldwide deployable for lateral move into the 0211 MOS.

GETTING STARTED

►If you are interested in conducting a lateral move into the 0211 CI/HUMINT MOS, please attend the CI/HUMINT lateral move brief hosted every Friday at 0900 in room 111, building 160313. If unable to attend the brief, contact a member of the Applicant Processing Section by phone at (760) 725-6870 or email at 1st_CI_HUMINT_Recruiting@usmc.mil to set up an appointment.

►We are available to set up unit/group briefs. Please contact us at (760) 725-6870 if you are interested in a brief, or contact your career planner for the next unit or FTAP brief.

APPLICANT PAPERWORK

►To begin the 0211 MOS screening process, please attend a CI/HUMINT lateral move brief or contact us via email at 1st_CI_HUMINT_Recruiting@usmc.mil to schedule an interview and we will provide you with the necessary paperwork.

►If you are a deployed unit or a career planner in a different state, please contact us and we will be happy to work with you.

APPLICANT STUDY GUIDE & REFERENCES

FAQS

Q: Can I still apply if I do not meet the General Technical (GT) score requirement of 110?

A: You must retake the ASVAB. Waivers are granted on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the 0211 Occupational Field Sponsor at HQMC.

Q: I am not on Camp Pendleton, how can I get a brief?

A: Please contact us to see if we will be in your area, or ask your career planner to contact us to coordinate a unit brief. We are able to conduct interviews over the phone or via e-mail.

Q: Will I need to travel to Camp Pendleton to stand an Interview Panel?

A: Yes, all applicants must appear for an Interview Panel.

Q: How long does the screening process take?

A: On average, the screening process takes 3-4 weeks to complete and receive a determination from an Interview Panel. More time is available if deemed necessary by the CI screening section. A letter from the Interview Panel is required prior to submitting for lateral move into the 0211 MOS. There are no exceptions to this policy per MCO 1200.17E.

Q: Can I complete the process in less than 2-3 weeks?

A: Yes. If an applicant is well prepared and meets all requirements, the screening process may be expedited on a case-by-case basis. We will not expedite the screening process for applicants who fail to allow sufficient time to complete the process prior to unit requirements and/or their EAS date.

CONTACT

Office: (760) 725-6870
E-mail: 1st_CI_HUMINT_Recruiting@usmc.mil