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Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Michael Kelly runs primarily to keep in shape and competes only within the Marine Corps. His Sergeant Major devises a plan for "Gunny" to run, and win the New York City Marathon as a publicity and recruitment tool.Gunny's training begins one year in advance with a professional trainer and the cooperation of the base commander. This is a team effort and there are other Marine participants that will enter the race for the sole purpose of supporting Sergeant Kelly. Each participant is given a specific purpose and function described in detail.After a year of difficult training, the participants arrive in New York City a few days before the race. The details of their experiences and the final preparation are unique and humorous.An unexpected event during the race has a tremendous impact on all the participants, spectators, the Commandant of the Marine Corps, the President of the United States and the hearts of all.A must read for any former Marine, long distance runner or romantic.