The Marine Corps has consistently tackled the contentious topic of the expanding role of women in the armed forces. In recent years, some historic upheavals include the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” and the removal of gender-restrictions on military occupational specialties. Additional amendments are in the critical implementation and testing phase - unisex uniforms, new physical fitness requirements, and changes in retention dynamics. In order to fully understand this multifaceted issue, this paper will utilize several levels of analysis to decipher the level at which these major decisions are being made, as well as theories of action to make sense of the logic behind these conclusions.…
As with most people, I joined the military to serve my country but what I enjoy most about the military is the opportunities that I have had to lead, mentor, and develop young men and women. A CPO is expected to be a leader and a role model to the junior enlisted, however, this position does not provide that opportunity. There are…
Even when I’m wrong I’m usually right. At least that is how I like to think of it but the truth is I am headstrong. I don’t give up and I’ll keep persisting to get what I want. Though it hasn’t always been helpful, but, yet being so stubborn has lead me to work hard to to achieve my goals. To say I’m as stubborn as a mule would be an understatement.…
The Marine Corps leadership sets itself apart from the other services. Marines have a common core of beliefs instilled while at recruit training. Leadership understands the most precious asset is the individual Marine. Leaders have a responsibility to motivate and inspire Marines. The speed and tempo of the ever-changing world, and Corps, has caused certain aspects of styles of leadership to change and has resulted in a split in ideology.…
I am also currently the only junior marine that has a secondary MOS which is 0933 Combat Marksmanship Coach. I am an expert on the rifle and a high sharpshooter on the pistol. I have also served my complete year time in grade, and have completed my PME prerequisites for promotion long before I was eligible for promotion. In conclusion, I am still not a PT stud by any means but I feel that I have many things that make me a well rounded marine and the potential, given the chance to be a great NCO. I have came far since the rocky start of my marine corps career…
Orders and regulations have existed throughout the entire world dating back to even the most ancient civilization. This is because without order and regulation comes chaos and confusion, and with chaos and confusion, the United States of America as we know it today would not be present. An order is defined as an authoritative command, direction, or instruction to do something. A regulation is defined as a rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.…
Attending the United States Military Academy, to serve active duty as an Army Officer has always been a dream of mine. From sophomore year of high school, my research of our countries service academies began. Junior year came around and my journey started after seeing what I would gain through a service academy. Our nations military is in constant need of highly intelligent, talented individuals willing to lead and serve as commissioned officers. They give the leadership and guidance needed to successfully command our military operations.…
Planning a Career in the United States Armed Forces Are you very patriotic, like to travel, want job security and believe in the Constitution of our nation? Walter Reuther is quoted “There is no greater calling than to serve your fellow men. There is no greater contribution than to help the weak. There is no greater satisfaction than to have done it well.” If you said yes to the above question or the quote sounds like you, consider a career in the United States Armed Forces.…
Officer Candidate School Officer Candidate School (OCS) is The War Series’s main training academy for potential and future Officers. The school is generally opened to qualified NCOs. Candidates who complete the bare min 3-6 month length and even longer in some cases are formally commissioned into The War Series as Officers and assume the ability to command Marines. Officers are not a simple role. The men and women you lead will count on you to make the right decisions and plans when the going gets tough.…
I wanted to serve. I started learning about weapons and war, fighting and shooting. I want to be a police officer so that I could possible save someone else from going through everything that I did. I took an oath of chivalry and honor, and I have never looked back. I treat everyone with kindness and respect and am a true friend to any stranger.…
Everyone has dreams. Dreams for fame, riches, or even to change the world. If you look around, at one point everything was a dream that someone eventually accomplished. During my time of enlistment, it has become apparent that my dream is to become an Army Officer. The responsibilities entrusted with Officership is constructed with Competence, Conduct, Commitment, and Expertise.…
In the future, I would like to obtain a graduate degree focusing on environmental policy and law as it pertains to conservation. My career goals are to gain experience working in marine habitats and with marine species that are threatened. Once I have gained experience I will educate the public and legislators about marine conservation.…
FLIGHT SCHOOLS Becoming a Marine Pilot is very hard. First, you must be an officer. You must also be a U.S. citizen. physical fitness are all parts to become a pilot. If this becomes your path, you will attend flight school in Florida, where your training will take place in two phases.…
My vision started to fail on mile four of the six-mile hike. Small white specks flickered across my field of vision. The next thing to go was my hearing, followed by my ability to walk in a straight line. My platoon sergeant saw the signs of heat stroke and forced me to stop. I should have stopped myself, but all I could think was: you will finish this, or you will die trying.…
My desire to be a military officer is driven by my love for this country and the need to serve it and its people. Serving others has always been part of my purposes in this life. I always knew that I wanted to make a difference, not only in this country, but the world over. Seeing the world through my eyes shows that becoming a military officer will allow me to change this world for the better. The best way to do this is be maintaining peace wherever am called to serve.…