Service member spotlight: a part of something bigger Published Sept. 19, 2013 By Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Public Affairs jb mdl JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. -- Sgt. David Wilson, Marine Aircraft Group 49 administrative clerk, is the joint base's featured service member of the week. Wilson hails from Memphis, Tenn. Q: Why did you join the military? A: I joined to support my family, defend and give back to my country, be a part of something bigger than myself and become a productive member of society. Q: What is your job and what is its impact on the mission? A: First and foremost, my profession is that of a warrior in every sense of the word. However, on a day to day basis I provide administrative support to the Marines of Marine Aircraft Group 49 to assist with overall mission readiness. Q: Do you have any past or current family members in the military? A: I am the first in my family to serve in the armed forces. However, my wife is also a Marine. Q: Who most inspires you? A: My wonderful wife. Q: What is one thing you'd like your fellow service members to take away or understand about the military? A: I'd like them to know that no matter what the situation is or no matter how many differences we may have. We must all understand and accept that we are brothers and sisters in arms, bonded together in service to our homeland and are willing to make the ultimate sacrifice. "If not me, then who," said Travis Manion.