Happy 236 year Birthday of the US Marine Corps

[Doomsday101]

WASHINGTON — Before the United States was born, there was a Marine Corps. For the last 236 years Marines have fought tirelessly to preserve the freedom of the United States and the traditions of the Corps.

This year, the Marine Corps commemorates 236 years of service as well as the sacrifice and dedication of countless Marines that those years represent.

Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos cut the Marine Corps birthday cake in a ceremony at the Pentagon in Washington Nov. 8.

The cutting of the Marine Corps birthday cake is a long-standing tradition in the Corps and celebrates the spirit of the Corps that has been at the foundation since its inception.

“It’s this spirit that resides in us that has been with Marines for 236 years and it has resided in young men and women throughout the years all the way from the many wars that we have fought side by side with one another, to today in Afghanistan,” Amos said.

http://www.marines.mil/unit/hqmc/Pages/CommandantcutsMarineCorpsbirthdaycake.aspx

Semper Fidelis

[Yeagermeister]

OOOOO RAH!!!!!!!!!! :bow:

[Doomsday101]

KlC1haBSHOo&feature

[BrAinPaiNt]

Dirty Jarheads.

That was for my father in law.

We tease each other about the Army and Marines stuff.

It's funny how people who serve or who have served will rip on each of the other branches of the military in a fun manner but if ever a group of members from different branches were together and an outsider made fun of them...then it is on.:laugh1:

It truly is like a big family. You can make fun and joke around with your brother or sister but if you are not part of the family you better not.:)

[Doomsday101]

Dirty Jarheads.

That was for my father in law.

We tease each other about the Army and Marines stuff.

It's funny how people who serve or who have served will rip on each of the other branches of the military in a fun manner but if ever a group of members from different branches were together and an outsider made fun of them...then it is on.:laugh1:

It truly is like a big family. You can make fun and joke around with your brother or sister but if you are not part of the family you better not.:)


Little history on the term Leatherneck

"Leatherneck" - This nickname goes back to the leather stock or neckpiece, which was part of the Marine Corps uniform from 1775 to 1875. The leather collar was designed to protect the jugular vein from saber slashes. It also insured that Marines kept their heads erect and maintained military bearing. Although no longer used, it is commemorated by the standing collar on the dress blue and dress white uniform.

[Eric_Boyer]

http://wordincarnate.files.wordpress.com/2007/04/golden-calf.jpg

[Yeagermeister]

Little history on the term Leatherneck

"Leatherneck" - This nickname goes back to the leather stock or neckpiece, which was part of the Marine Corps uniform from 1775 to 1875. The leather collar was designed to protect the jugular vein from saber slashes. It also insured that Marines kept their heads erect and maintained military bearing. Although no longer used, it is commemorated by the standing collar on the dress blue and dress white uniform.

Best uniform in the military IMO....Army dress blues a distant second

[BrAinPaiNt]

Best uniform in the military IMO....Army dress blues a distant second

I also like the white dress ones the navy uses.

But man alive the standard army green dress uniforms (not bdus)...I always thought they were kind of ugly.

[ABQCOWBOY]

http://wordincarnate.files.wordpress.com/2007/04/golden-calf.jpg


Idolator?

[Yeagermeister]

I also like the white dress ones the navy uses.

But man alive the standard army green dress uniforms (not bdus)...I always thought they were kind of ugly.

Yeah but they are better than the Navy bell bottoms :laugh1:

[Eric_Boyer]

Idolator?

that would be political in nature, consider this a birthday present instead. :D

[Dallas]

Ooo Rah !!! Happy Birthday USMC.

We are doing a huge celebration of this today in our office. Our commissioner is an Ex marine of 30 years.

They are doing a cake cutting w/ some USMC sword that is like 150 years old.

Why would you cut a cake w/ such an antique?

People are strange.

Anyways....Oooo Rah and carry on

"When It Absolutely, Positively Must Be DESTROYED Overnight -- Call The USMC"

[casmith07]

meh.











j/k - Happy Birthday to the Devil Dogs :)

[Doomsday101]

Ooo Rah !!! Happy Birthday USMC.

We are doing a huge celebration of this today in our office. Our commissioner is an Ex marine of 30 years.

They are doing a cake cutting w/ some USMC sword that is like 150 years old.

Why would you cut a cake w/ such an antique?

People are strange.

Anyways....Oooo Rah and carry on

"When It Absolutely, Positively Must Be DESTROYED Overnight -- Call The USMC"

They do it because it is the Marine way.

You know they were going to use a certain motto but it was already used

We came, we saw, we kicked it's ars :laugh2:

[Doomsday101]

meh.











j/k - Happy Birthday to the Devil Dogs :)

History Lesson of the term Devil Dogs (I love History) :laugh2:

"Devil Dogs" - In the Belleau Wood fighting in 1918, the Germans received a thorough indoctrination into the fighting ability of Marines. Fighting through supposedly impenetrable woods and capturing supposedly untakeable terrain, the men of the 4th Marine Brigade struck terror in the hearts of the Germans, who referred to Marines as the "Teufelhunden", meaning "fierce fighting dogs of legendary origin" or as popularly translated, "Devil Dogs."

[ABQCOWBOY]

Happy Birthday USMC.

http://images51.fotki.com/v278/photos/2/292835/2005859/usmc1-vi.gif


And while we are at it, though I acknowledge, this is the Marines' day, lets don't forget the many Navy Corpsman who have served and do serve, right along side all those Marines.

"Until they are home. No man left behind."

[ABQCOWBOY]

that would be political in nature, consider this a birthday present instead. :D

Free country but honestly?

[Doomsday101]

Happy Birthday USMC.

http://images51.fotki.com/v278/photos/2/292835/2005859/usmc1-vi.gif


And while we are at it, though I acknowledge, this is the Marines' day, lets don't forget the many Navy Corpsman who have served and do serve, right along side all those Marines.

"Until they are home. No man left behind."

I proudly support all of our Men and Women who serve this Nation

[casmith07]

History Lesson of the term Devil Dogs (I love History) :laugh2:

"Devil Dogs" - In the Belleau Wood fighting in 1918, the Germans received a thorough indoctrination into the fighting ability of Marines. Fighting through supposedly impenetrable woods and capturing supposedly untakeable terrain, the men of the 4th Marine Brigade struck terror in the hearts of the Germans, who referred to Marines as the "Teufelhunden", meaning "fierce fighting dogs of legendary origin" or as popularly translated, "Devil Dogs."

The Germans had a lot of nicknames for our forces starting in WWI. Apparently we whipped their butts all over western Europe toward the end of the war, contrary to the belief of WWI being "the meat grinder". Part of this was our change in strategy and moving away from trench warfare, and the advent of the tank.

369th Infantry Regiment (15th NY National Guard), an all-Black Army Infantry Regiment was known as the "Black Rattlers" after rattlesnakes, or the "Harlem Hellfighters." Germans are known to have turn and run at the sight of their DUI (distinctive unit insignia).

You've got 4th Marines - the Devil Dogs. --> 4th Marine Brigade in WWI (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=4th%2BMarine%2BBrigade&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CDIQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tecom.usmc.mil%2FHD%2FChronol ogies%2FCampaign%2FWWI_1917-1919.htm&ei=dQe8Tq5kw9jRAYfdwN4J&usg=AFQjCNHlKasuFeuuPLrdAHnvEramOVh85g)

And the 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division (actually WWII) known as the "Devils in Baggy Pants" for the terror they caused the Nazis.

But sorry to derail this and make it about my Army folks - Back to the Marine birthday celebration! ;)

[Doomsday101]

The Germans had a lot of nicknames for our forces stemming from WWI. Apparently we whipped their butts all over western Europe toward the end of the war :D

369th Infantry Regiment, an all Black Army Infantry Regiment was known as the "Black Rattlers" after rattlesnakes, or the "Harlem Hellfighters." Germans are known to have turn and run at the sight of their DUI (distinctive unit insignia).

You've got 4th Marines - the Devil Dogs.

And the 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division (actually WWII) known as the "Devils in Baggy Pants" for the terror they caused the Nazis.

But sorry to derail this and make it about my Army folks - Back to the Marine birthday celebration! ;)

No need for the sorry, that is some good info.

[Eric_Boyer]

Free country but honestly?

you know darn well we can't have an honest, open discussion on this issue on this forum.

[ABQCOWBOY]

you know darn well we can't have an honest, open discussion on this issue on this forum.

Not questioning that. Just the reasoning behind your not so subtle statement on the Op-ed. It is of course, your opinion and you are free to state it, to a point, as you have already acknowledged.

[Eric_Boyer]

Not questioning that. Just the reasoning behind your not so subtle statement on the Op-ed. It is of course, your opinion and you are free to state it, to a point, as you have already acknowledged.

I see no end in sight to churches publicly honoring veterans, people praising the troops for defending our freedoms, government turning national holidays into military recognition days, having special military appreciation days, etc, etc.

The Golden Calf analogy seems pretty darn fitting to the climate I'm growing up in.

[Doomsday101]

I see no end in sight to churches publicly honoring veterans, people praising the troops for defending our freedoms, government turning national holidays into military recognition days, having special military appreciation days, etc, etc.

The Golden Calf analogy seems pretty darn fitting to the climate I'm growing up in.

Why would paying honor to those who would place themselfs in harms way for this nation be a bad thing?

[ABQCOWBOY]

I see no end in sight to churches publicly honoring veterans, people praising the troops for defending our freedoms, government turning national holidays into military recognition days, having special military appreciation days, etc, etc.

Thankfully, some things have not changed.

There are plenty of avenues from which to present your opinions. This has not changed either and in fact, those avenues seem to be ever increasing. This too you can blame on Servicemen and Women, among others.

I'm happy that you and I still live in a Country that affords us such rights.

I hope you are too.

[Eric_Boyer]

Why would paying honor to those who would place themselfs in harms way for this nation be a bad thing?


I can’t really explain it on this forum without being dinged, but the very nature of how this discourse is regulated is the example I am speaking of. I’m quite sure I am stepping over the boundaries with this post

It is totally acceptable to lavish praise on the military. It is fine to openly praise the military for “defending our freedoms”, but to take a contrary position is political in nature, and very often not allowed.

support for the military has become sanctimonious. No-one dare say anything bad about it, just as nobody dare speak badly of the golden calf.

A perfect example is a resolution passed by Fellowship of Baptist Churches in Wisconsin

Whereas there are young men and women from our country and our churches in military service, and some in perilous situations around the world, and whereas we appreciate their sacrifices and willingness to protect our freedom, BE IT RESOLVED that we will pray for our troops, support them in tangible ways as we have opportunity, and encourage them to make their field of service a harvest field for the Kingdom of God.

[Doomsday101]

I can’t really explain it on this forum without being dinged, but the very nature of how this discourse is regulated is the example I am speaking of. I’m quite sure I am stepping over the boundaries with this post

It is totally acceptable to lavish praise on the military. It is fine to openly praise the military for “defending our freedoms”, but to take a contrary position is political in nature, and very often not allowed.

support for the military has become sanctimonious. No-one dare say anything bad about it, just as nobody dare speak badly of the golden calf.

A perfect example is a resolution passed by Fellowship of Baptist Churches in Wisconsin

Way I see it they fought and died for all people freedom in this country even the views I disagree with.

Granted I don't want to put you in a situation on this site that would put you in violation of rules so I'll leave you to your thoughts

[Eric_Boyer]

Way I see it they fought and died for all people freedom in this country even the views I disagree with.

Granted I don't want to put you in a situation on this site that would put you in violation of rules so I'll leave you to your thoughts

This was certainly true a long, long time ago.

not anymore.

defending, guarding, patrolling, attacking, invading, or occupying other countries. providing disaster relief, dispensing humanitarian aid, supplying peacekeepers, enforcing UN resolutions, nation building, spreading goodwill, launching preemptive strikes, changing regimes, enforcing no-fly zones, rebuilding infrastructure, reviving public services, promoting good governance, garrisoning the planet with bases, etc, etc, does nothing to protect my freedom.

In fact, it jeopardizes them.

[Doomsday101]

This was certainly true a long, long time ago.

not anymore.

defending, guarding, patrolling, attacking, invading, or occupying other countries. providing disaster relief, dispensing humanitarian aid, supplying peacekeepers, enforcing UN resolutions, nation building, spreading goodwill, launching preemptive strikes, changing regimes, enforcing no-fly zones, rebuilding infrastructure, reviving public services, promoting good governance, garrisoning the planet with bases, etc, etc, does nothing to protect my freedom.

In fact, it jeopardizes them.

I would disagree but as least I understand the view point you are coming from.

[Dallas]

This was certainly true a long, long time ago.

not anymore.

defending, guarding, patrolling, attacking, invading, or occupying other countries. providing disaster relief, dispensing humanitarian aid, supplying peacekeepers, enforcing UN resolutions, nation building, spreading goodwill, launching preemptive strikes, changing regimes, enforcing no-fly zones, rebuilding infrastructure, reviving public services, promoting good governance, garrisoning the planet with bases, etc, etc, does nothing to protect my freedom.

In fact, it jeopardizes them.

You do realize they are ordered to do that? If you are upset at anyone be upset w/ your government leaders ordering our military to do those things.

Something entirely different to be upset w/ the task they were ordered to do. I understand that part completely.

But...I love our military and I know they are just doing what they were ordered to do so I can't fault them.

Please don't confuse the two.

Our military has to go when ordered.

[Doomsday101]

You do realize they are ordered to do that? If you are upset at anyone be upset w/ your government leaders ordering our military to do those things.

Its one thing to give support and praise to our military. They deserve that because they are doing their job.

Something entirely different to be upset w/ the task they were ordered to do.

Don't confuse those 2. Our military has to go when ordered.

Very true. They carry out the mission they do not oder the mission.

And they volunteer to do it when they sign up for the military.

I know any time my dad sees one of our men or women in uniform he makes it a habit to shake their hands.

One day we were having breakfast together and there was a Marine sitting at the table next to us and dad told the waitress to give him the bill for that Marine

[Sam I Am]

One day we were having breakfast together and there was a Marine sitting at the table next to us and dad told the waitress to give him the bill for that Marine

We get a lot of Military guys in NYC sight seeing. I don't go out to lunch often, but if I do and I see them ordering lunch, I generally buy it for them.

It happens most often in the airport though. Mostly I end up buying beers rather than food though. :laugh2:

[Doomsday101]

We get a lot of Military guys in NYC sight seeing. I don't go out to lunch often, but if I do and I see them ordering lunch, I generally buy it for them.

It happens most often in the airport though. Mostly I end up buying beers rather than food though. :laugh2:

Just when I think I have you figured out you end up being a good man. :D

[Eric_Boyer]

You do realize they are ordered to do that? If you are upset at anyone be upset w/ your government leaders ordering our military to do those things.

Something entirely different to be upset w/ the task they were ordered to do. I understand that part completely.

But...I love our military and I know they are just doing what they were ordered to do so I can't fault them.

Please don't confuse the two.

Our military has to go when ordered.


I’m annoyed that people idolize the military, knowing that this is bad for the country as a whole.

Individual men/women that risk their life to do what they think is good and just are not the target of my anger. The civilian population is at fault to me. Perhaps that didn’t come across in my statements.

[Doomsday101]

I’m annoyed that people idolize the military, knowing that this is bad for the country as a whole.

Individual men/women that risk their life to do what they think is good and just are not the target of my anger. The civilian population is at fault to me. Perhaps that didn’t come across in my statements.

I don't think it is bad giving thanks to those who put themselfs at risk

How do you feel about sports parades? :lmao:

Shot I would figure if you felt that way about our Milatary men and women, then sports figures and the fans who follow them and praise them would fall to your wrath.

[Eric_Boyer]

I don't think it is bad giving thanks to those who put themselfs at risk

How do you feel about sports parades? :lmao:

Shot I would figure if you felt that way about our Milatary men and women, then sports figures and the fans who follow them and praise them would fall to your wrath.


How do you feel about students rioting at State College, not because of the atrocities done to young boys, but because of the termination of their own Golden Calf?

[Doomsday101]

How do you feel about students rioting at State College, not because of the atrocities done to young boys, but because of the termination of their own Golden Calf?

Rioting I'm opposed to however if they want to protest that is their right to do so in a peaceful manner.

You did not answer my question. Why no outrage when a fan buys a jersey of a player or gets their autograph or when a city throws a parade for the team who just won a championship?

[burmafrd]

Very true. They carry out the mission they do not oder the mission.

And they volunteer to do it when they sign up for the military.

I know any time my dad sees one of our men or women in uniform he makes it a habit to shake their hands.

One day we were having breakfast together and there was a Marine sitting at the table next to us and dad told the waitress to give him the bill for that Marine

Your Dad has it correct. sorry that you don't.

[burmafrd]

If one is worried about idolatry it would be more to the point to worry about the cult of celebrity and the like over the military. But hey everyone has their pet hates.

[Doomsday101]

Your Dad has it correct. sorry that you don't.

I do as well. Not to the extent he does but I'm learning. :D

I commend my father for it, he served in the Navy and while he has not always agreed with the engagements we have been involved in he does respect those who serve and yes I do as well.

[CanadianCowboysFan]

Happy Birthday to Sgt Carter and PFC Pyle.

[burmafrd]

Happy Birthday to Sgt Carter and PFC Pyle.


no surprise there

[Eric_Boyer]

Rioting I'm opposed to however if they want to protest that is their right to do so in a peaceful manner.

You did not answer my question. Why no outrage when a fan buys a jersey of a player or gets their autograph or when a city throws a parade for the team who just won a championship?

I have expressed outrage over the idolization of some players – such as Michael Vick.

Or when an institution decides that their football program is so important, that they sweep child rape issues under the rug to preserve their intregrity.

So I find your question a bit silly, and inaccurate.

[Doomsday101]

I have expressed outrage over the idolization of some players – such as Michael Vick.

Or when an institution decides that their football program is so important, that they sweep child rape issues under the rug to preserve their intregrity.

So I find your question a bit silly, and inaccurate.

You express your outrage of idiolization of Vick and some other but not all? so some are alight to praise and honor?

so fans buying Jersey and holding parades is alright as well?

Our men and women in the military do not choose the battle they just put their life on the line and if you can't appreciate that kind of commitment to this nation then that is your right.

While you may think those of us doing so is some how wrong I think what your missing it what and why we honor these people.

[Eric_Boyer]

You express your outrage of idiolization of Vick and some other but not all? so some are alight to praise and honor?

so fans buying Jersey and holding parades is alright as well?

Our men and women in the military do not choose the battle they just put their life on the line and if you can't appreciate that kind of commitment to this nation then that is your right.

While you may think those of us doing so is some how wrong I think what your missing it what and why we honor these people.

Any institution that is idolized is at fault.

Show me where we have a Michael Vick holiday. Or a national holiday for the Cowboys.

Show me a policy on this forum where we can heap praise on Michael Vick, but it is not permissible to write bad things about him because it amounts to politicization.

You are trying to find a comparison where one does not exist.

Many church ministers give sermons idolizing our troops. I know of no such examples for athletes.

[ABQCOWBOY]

Let's bring this back in. This thread is about a Birthday Celebration for the United States Marine Corps.

I understand that there are different points of view but we are getting way to political over the subject. Please, lets discontinue this course and just get back to the subject at hand. I do not wish to see this thread devolve into something other then just a simple happy birthday.

Please?

[Doomsday101]

Any institution that is idolized is at fault.

Show me where we have a Michael Vick holiday. Or a national holiday for the Cowboys.

Show me a policy on this forum where we can heap praise on Michael Vick, but it is not permissible to write bad things about him because it amounts to politicization.

You are trying to find a comparison where one does not exist.

Many church ministers give sermons idolizing our troops. I know of no such examples for athletes.

You brought up the idolization of Vick not me.

Yes we have holidays like Veterans Day to honor those who served, we have Memorial day a day to honor those who died in their service. I'm sorry you find that offensive.

All I'm pointing out is you don't seem to have any issue with athletes getting public reconiztion, praise and making big money but the GI who have to leave their family behind and put their life in harms why you have a problem with people who have respect for them, I don't understand. Talk about a sad view of life

[Doomsday101]

Let's bring this back in. This thread is about a Birthday Celebration for the United States Marine Corps.

I understand that there are different points of view but we are getting way to political over the subject. Please, lets discontinue this course and just get back to the subject at hand. I do not wish to see this thread devolve into something other then just a simple happy birthday.

Please?

I agree and have avoided any political comments.

[Eric_Boyer]

Let's bring this back in. This thread is about a Birthday Celebration for the United States Marine Corps.

I understand that there are different points of view but we are getting way to political over the subject. Please, lets discontinue this course and just get back to the subject at hand. I do not wish to see this thread devolve into something other then just a simple happy birthday.

Please?

agreed. only flowering commentary is permissible.

thank you for allowing me a little flexibility, but I knew this would not be able to go on indefinitely.

[Rackat]

Happy birthday, USMC!

[burmafrd]

yeah, no surprise at all. Some people just cannot control themselves; they have to pee on someone to prove they are worth something.

[Eric_Boyer]

yeah, no surprise at all. Some people just cannot control themselves; they have to pee on someone to prove they are worth something.

this thread isn't about a someone, it is about a something.

the marine corp is an entity, not an individual.

[BrAinPaiNt]

this thread isn't about a someone, it is about a something.

the marine corp is an entity, not an individual.

That is why you should leave out any negative thing about the Army...because it is an Army of One. ;) :p: boo hiss I know...try the veal.

What can I say...I want to go into the topic with a long winded post but I know I would violate rules so I have to refrain on some of the topics or arguments I would like to present.:cool:

[Eric_Boyer]

That is why you should leave out any negative thing about the Army...because it is an Army of One. ;) :p: boo hiss I know...try the veal.

What can I say...I want to go into the topic with a long winded post but I know I would violate rules so I have to refrain on some of the topics or arguments I would like to present.:cool:

it's cool. the Paterno issue actually compelled me to not sit quiet all the time when I know some things we are doing are just plain wrong.

the people that truly are protecting my freedom are guys that ignore public sentiment and open carry. Or refuse to show ID at checkpoints, even though they receive major hassles for it. etc, etc. the same guys that are typically vilified by many on forums such as this one.

[Go Big D!]

Happy birthday, my fellow devil dogs!
Semper Fi

[casmith07]

You do realize they are ordered to do that? If you are upset at anyone be upset w/ your government leaders ordering our military to do those things.

Something entirely different to be upset w/ the task they were ordered to do. I understand that part completely.

But...I love our military and I know they are just doing what they were ordered to do so I can't fault them.

Please don't confuse the two.

Our military has to go when ordered.

May those be blessed that don't understand the concept of an All-Volunteer military, nor the enumerated powers of Congress or the Executive branch in the Constitution.

[casmith07]

this thread isn't about a someone, it is about a something.

the marine corp is an entity, not an individual.

It's the Marine Corps.

[burmafrd]

It's the Marine Corps.

can't expect someone with so little knowledge of the situation to know THAT.

[Eric_Boyer]

can't expect someone with so little knowledge of the situation to know THAT.

says the guy that spoke of them as if they were an individual. :laugh2:

[Achilleslastand]

Fond memories of mount mofo at camp pendelton...........

Happy B-day to the worlds finest fighting force.
Semper Fi Devil Dog.:bow:

[Dallas]

Good morning

Folks might be interested in watching this 8 min video. History of the US Marines.

Excellent stuff

Happy birthday USMC....

tJZ3CakjCig

[Go Big D!]

Good morning

Folks might be interested in watching this 8 min video. History of the US Marines.

Excellent stuff

Happy birthday USMC....

tJZ3CakjCig

A couple of months ago, my oldest son decided to follow in my husband and my footsteps and enlisted in the Marines. After he was sworn in at MEPS he was given a tin that had knowledge and a DVD in it. This was one of the segments on that DVD along with other motivating videos. The DVD is very well done. I never got anything like that when I enlisted, just a hand shake and a pat on my back from my recruiter, lol!

Anyway, my little devil pup leaves for Parris Island in 7 months.

[Achilleslastand]

A couple of months ago, my oldest son decided to follow in my husband and my footsteps and enlisted in the Marines. After he was sworn in at MEPS he was given a tin that had knowledge and a DVD in it. This was one of the segments on that DVD along with other motivating videos. The DVD is very well done. I never got anything like that when I enlisted, just a hand shake and a pat on my back from my recruiter, lol!

Anyway, my little devil pup leaves for Parris Island in 7 months.

Tell him to be sure and watch out for sand fleas!

[MetalHead]

A couple of months ago, my oldest son decided to follow in my husband and my footsteps and enlisted in the Marines. After he was sworn in at MEPS he was given a tin that had knowledge and a DVD in it. This was one of the segments on that DVD along with other motivating videos. The DVD is very well done. I never got anything like that when I enlisted, just a hand shake and a pat on my back from my recruiter, lol!

Anyway, my little devil pup leaves for Parris Island in 7 months.

Good for him.

[CanadianCowboysFan]

So, we have a marine, a sailor, a flyer and a soldier in a fight, who wins?