Marines to Army
By: Reinhold Woykowski In 1972 I went into the Marines and got out in 1974. Was out only a short time and decided to see what the Army was about. I did not have to go to Army Boot Camp...
By: Reinhold Woykowski In 1972 I went into the Marines and got out in 1974. Was out only a short time and decided to see what the Army was about. I did not have to go to Army Boot Camp...
A quick knowledge test for all of you warriors! What is this Marine doing? Why?! (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emmanuel Ramos)
Once upon a time or so I’ve been told, a SGT was sent to Marble Mountain w/ a req for some extra beer from the flyboys. While he was waiting for it to be loaded, he helped himself to the the tap...
While many argue that their basic training or boot camp was “treacherous” and harder than those of military personnel to follow, a general consensus is that these perceptions are often personal exaggerations that are as old as soldiery itself. However,...
Last Tuesday, 29-year old Mamadou “Mike” Balde was on the platform of Chicago’s Jackson Station when four cowards confronted him and started an argument. Rather than get involved, Mike turned to walk away when they began to violently assault him....
Notably one of the most worldwide recognized emblems is the U.S.M.C. Eagle, Globe, and Anchor or EGA. Note: Eagle, Globe and Anchor as used herein are abbreviated as EGA for article space only. This is not meant as a demeaning...
HMM-362 becomes first Marine Unit in Mekong Delta during Operation Shufly. The Ugly Angels hold the proud distinction of having served as the first Marine aircraft unit in the Republic of Vietnam, going ashore on 15 April 1962 as Marine...
The Marine Corps joins the nation in dedicating the month of April as Month of the Military Child. The theme for 2020, “Stand up for Kids,” emphasizes the power of a safe, caring adult in the life of every child....
MARINE OF THE WEEK: NICKNAME: E-TOOL Maj. Gen. Ray L. Smith Republic of Vietnam, April 1972 Award: Navy Cross Smith, a Captain at the time, was serving as an advisor to approximately 250 Vietnamese Marines located on a...