United States Marine Corps

“bird” down and briefed Captain Takisma of what the enemy was in the process of completing. At that point Captain Takisma was able to inform the rest of the command and the command was able to adjust their plans to effectively fight the enemy. MCDP 1 states that “all actions in war, regardless of the level, are based upon either taking the initiative or reacting in response to the opponent” (p.32). Therefore, the actions of the Captains are both examples of initiative and reacting in response…

shoot one.) In 1959, Whitman was stationed at Guantanamo Naval Base in Cuba and was described as “ the kind of guy you would want around if you went into combat.” (Lavergne page 18) He earned a Good Conduct Medal, a Sharpshooter’s badge and the Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal for his service in Cuba. Whitman decided to go to college and applied to the University of Texas in 1961. Whitman was accepted into the University of Texas' mechanical engineering program on September 15, 1961 through a…

forgive Troy for the benefit of his own future health. Seven years after Troy kicked Cory out of his house, Cory now serves in the marines. If cory wants to move up in his career then he needs to know what is best for him and forgive his father’s wrongdoings. Cory came back in town for Troy’s funeral. Lyons, Cory’s half brother says, “ A corporal in the United States Marines” (Act two, Scene Five) In this statement it is shown that Cory has come a long way from when his father kicked him out.…

The Marine Expeditionary Unit, the basis with which the MAGTF operates, must evolve in the near future in order to cope with the concepts and challenges presented in Expeditionary Force 21. First, refining our organization and adjusting the way we train and fight is necessary to face the ever changing tactics and strategies of our adversaries. Second, our forward posture needs to adjust in order to smartly prepare for crises and hostilities abroad. Nested in these two concepts are several…

main branches in the United States military but only three are usually deployed on the ground. The three that are usually on the ground are the Marines, Army, and the Navy. Semper Fidelis is the United States Marine Corp’s motto and is Latin for always faithful or loyal and it is instilled into the recruits from the time that they enlist. The Marines are the amphibious branch of the United States Military which means that they work both in the water and on land. Marine training starts with…

marksmanship Marine Air Group Eleven (MAG-11) should utilize Marine Corps Combat Marksmanship Programs (MCCMP) more often in order to ensure that every…

Finding the building where Colonel Gaff was based was an easy enough task. It was one of the few buildings that was actually reinforced, had two guards posted at the door, and the banners of the Galactic Republic hanging outside. Lieutenant Wolfe made straight for the guards, head held high. She stopped just before the two males, both human, both privates, who took only a moment to note her rank, the big man on the left sucked in a breath. “Havoc Squad!” They both snapped to attention. Fynta…

Imagine going through an intense battle simulation where you have to carry 100 pounds of ammunition and equipment, participate in gunfights with live ammunition, and work with the rest of a unit to overcome obstacles. This is what many female marines are doing to be given the permission to participate in close combat roles, which are, at the moment, exclusive to men. The Pentagon ordered all branches of the military to integrate their combat units by the end of the year or explain why women…

I want to become a Naval Officer because of the people I have met. The American Legion Post 360 is the sponsor for the local Boy Scout troop and working with those members is what made me want to become a Naval Officer. The members of the Legion were wonderful to work with, and when I worked with them they did not focus on themselves. They focused on what they could do to help the project. This attitude is one I would like to have and becoming an officer paves that way as its goal is to create…

opportunity and am honored that you would like me to be your commander. I promise that I will try my very best, each and everyday and I will try to better this place of work for the better,” he declared with confidence. The crowd was in a trance-like state as they listened to every word my dad said to…