MILLINGTON, Tenn. – A native of North Attleborough, Massachusetts, serves the U.S. Marine Corps at Marine Aircraft Group 39 and recently earned Naval Aviator qualification.
U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Nicholas Auger joined Marines four years ago.
“I joined the Marine Corps to challenge myself mentally, physically and to discover my truest potential,” said Auger.
Today, Auger serves as a Marine Corps aviator.
“My favorite part about being a Marine Corps aviator is being able to surround myself with the finest men and women our country has to offer,” said Auger. “The high-caliber individuals I get to work with on and off the flight line is truly what makes this job special.”
Growing up in North Attleborough, Auger graduated North Attleborough High School in 2014 and again from George Mason University in 2018. Auger uses the skills developed through past experiences in Lawton and those learned while serving to succeed in the military.
“My hometown taught me that you don't have to be a family member or significant other to care for another person,” said Auger. “Our hometown is a very tight-knit neighborhood where we all look after one another. Growing up, I had the privilege of having relationships with friends, neighbors and coaches whom I have come to look upon as family. This has carried through my time in the Marine Corps, teaching me that we are all family and families look after one another.”
Serving in the military means Auger is part of a team that is taking on new importance in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy.
"The Marine Corps is America's force in readiness,” said Auger. “It is our job to be ready when our country is the least ready. We are forward-deployed and forward-engaged; shaping, training, deterring and responding to all manners of crisis and contingencies."
There are many opportunities for Marines, such as Auger, to earn recognition in their command, community and careers while serving in the Marines.
“I am most proud of earning my wings of gold and earning the title Marine Corps aviator,” said Auger.
As a member of the U.S. Marine Corps, Auger, as well as other Marines, know they are a part of a service tradition providing unforgettable experiences through leadership development, world affairs and humanitarian assistance. Their efforts will have a lasting effect around the globe and for generations of Marines who will follow.
“Serving in the Marine Corps means to me that I am expected to uphold a high standard of excellence,” said Auger. “Through physical fitness, education, leadership, and becoming a master of my craft, the Marine Corps has developed me into a man whom I never would have thought possible growing up.
“As a Marine Officer and Pilot, I am constantly being shoved out of my comfort zone, forcing me to adapt to rapidly changing environments which allows me to grow as an individual,” added Auger. “It is an honor to wear this nations cloth. It serves as a constant reminder that America and its people expect its service men and women to be the very best that our country has to offer."
U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Nicholas Auger joined Marines four years ago.
“I joined the Marine Corps to challenge myself mentally, physically and to discover my truest potential,” said Auger.
Today, Auger serves as a Marine Corps aviator.
“My favorite part about being a Marine Corps aviator is being able to surround myself with the finest men and women our country has to offer,” said Auger. “The high-caliber individuals I get to work with on and off the flight line is truly what makes this job special.”
Growing up in North Attleborough, Auger graduated North Attleborough High School in 2014 and again from George Mason University in 2018. Auger uses the skills developed through past experiences in Lawton and those learned while serving to succeed in the military.
“My hometown taught me that you don't have to be a family member or significant other to care for another person,” said Auger. “Our hometown is a very tight-knit neighborhood where we all look after one another. Growing up, I had the privilege of having relationships with friends, neighbors and coaches whom I have come to look upon as family. This has carried through my time in the Marine Corps, teaching me that we are all family and families look after one another.”
Serving in the military means Auger is part of a team that is taking on new importance in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy.
"The Marine Corps is America's force in readiness,” said Auger. “It is our job to be ready when our country is the least ready. We are forward-deployed and forward-engaged; shaping, training, deterring and responding to all manners of crisis and contingencies."
There are many opportunities for Marines, such as Auger, to earn recognition in their command, community and careers while serving in the Marines.
“I am most proud of earning my wings of gold and earning the title Marine Corps aviator,” said Auger.
As a member of the U.S. Marine Corps, Auger, as well as other Marines, know they are a part of a service tradition providing unforgettable experiences through leadership development, world affairs and humanitarian assistance. Their efforts will have a lasting effect around the globe and for generations of Marines who will follow.
“Serving in the Marine Corps means to me that I am expected to uphold a high standard of excellence,” said Auger. “Through physical fitness, education, leadership, and becoming a master of my craft, the Marine Corps has developed me into a man whom I never would have thought possible growing up.
“As a Marine Officer and Pilot, I am constantly being shoved out of my comfort zone, forcing me to adapt to rapidly changing environments which allows me to grow as an individual,” added Auger. “It is an honor to wear this nations cloth. It serves as a constant reminder that America and its people expect its service men and women to be the very best that our country has to offer."