February 2011
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Imposter
Sgt Grit, I just wanted to let you know that I ran across a young man not even in is twenties that stated to his buddies that he was in the Marine Corps. I had walked into the local Casey’s Convenience Store to buy the local paper and to a pack of chew when I saw 3 or 4 young guys standing and talking to a young guy. They had been asking where he had been and had not seen him for period of...
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A Couple of No No's
marinecorpspoolee:
It is the United States Marine Corps, not Corp. A Corps is a military unit smaller than an Army and larger than a division. Corp is the abbreviation for Corporation.
Marines go to Boot Camp, not basic training. The Corps goes well beyond the basics and returns a well trained gentleman or lady to the society from which it harvests recruits.
Drill Instructors make Marines,...
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Take a moment to remember all the people with...
There are a ton of land, sea and sand between some couples.
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Take responsibility for your actions
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Employ your command in accordance with its...
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Develop a sense of responsibility in your...
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Make sound and timely decisions
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Train your Marines as a team
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Ensure that the task is understood, supervised,...
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Set the example
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Keep your Marines informed
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Know your Marines and lookout for their welfare
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Know yourself and seek self improvement
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Be technically and tactically proficient
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Chronic Marine Syndrome
This condition affects mostly men, but also can affect some women, too. Symptoms to look for are: 1. Pride in oneself and the organization they represent. 2. A strong willingness to put in extra attention to detail to get the job done. 3. May wear articles of Marine clothing; T-shirts, jackets, watches, well into their 80’s. 4. Will not hesitate to stand up or put their hand over their...
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When you ask an airman what he does, he will respond, “I’m in the Air Force.” When you ask a sailor what she does, she’ll respond, “I’m in the Navy.” If you ask a Marine what he does, he’ll say “I am a Marine.”
Ever fall down so hard your glasses fell off?
Welcome to my PT experience tonight. When you’re running sprints watch out for pot holes.