http://www.leatherneck.com/forums Marine Corps Community for USMC Marine Veterans. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:17:24 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/images_ln/misc/rss.jpg http://www.leatherneck.com/forums http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91256&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:33:27 GMT My father, James Dean Faulkner, was in platoon 1032 in 1975 at MCRD San Diego. I am looking for any photos or documents that anyone may have from... My father, James Dean Faulkner, was in platoon 1032 in 1975 at MCRD San Diego. I am looking for any photos or documents that anyone may have from that time or who may have known him. ]]> Looking for a Leatherneck mkrebs http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91256 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91255&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:23:24 GMT I'm finally putting together a display case of awards/ribbons etc I received back in '66. I was airborne for half the 50 months I was in with 1st ANGLICO and it don't seem right without including something other than my gold jump wings to indicate I was a jumper. Consequently does anyone have any idea/suggestion where I may be able to get my hands on the HANDLE for a T-21 spare parachute? It's rectangular in shape, made out of aluminum and has an 6 to 10 inch 1/8" cable attached. When pulled it releases the "pilot 12" parachute" that pulls the spare parachute out. I've been trying to find one from the Marines as I don't want to go to the Army. A matter of principal if you know what I mean. I've talked a couple times with Marines at Pendelton, including ANGLICO, but nobody ever gets back to me. Could someone tell me who to call or where to go to retrieve one of these? I'd be happy to pay whatever it costs. Semper Fi!! ]]> Open Squad Bay fasteropr http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91255 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91249&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:07:50 GMT Good morning and thank you all for your dedication and service. May i ask about what happens when a Marine gets stationed at his PDS? Is that what... Good morning and thank you all for your dedication and service. May i ask about what happens when a Marine gets stationed at his PDS? Is that what going into fleet means? Is that when they are called "boots?" I have read posts and stories that say it gets harder when entering the fleet. What does that mean? Is there a "proving ground?" or something? What if anything makes this transition easier if that is the right word? Any info is greatly appreciated.
Thank you all again for your dedication and sacrifices.
Please forgive me if i posted in the wrong place.

PS ]]> Open Discussion gijimsmom http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91249 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91247&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:12:10 GMT Cant wait and motivated as hell,I just wanted to say thx to to all the Marines for your help and service,thank you to all the poolee as well stay... Cant wait and motivated as hell,I just wanted to say thx to to all the Marines for your help and service,thank you to all the poolee as well stay motivated and keep working hard!!!:iwo: ]]> POOL (ee) HALL BruceLee http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91247 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91245&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:29:55 GMT I've heard from several reliable sources lately that junior Marines have a portion of their pay deducted for living in the barracks as well as for chow at the chow hall. Is this true and if so how much?

I don't remember having money deducted for this and thought it was all part of the package. ]]> Open Squad Bay stein07 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91245 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91243&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:13:17 GMT Could someone enlighten me a little on what i would be entitled to as a junior enlisted in japan (iwakuni or Oakinawa) the main things i am concerned... Could someone enlighten me a little on what i would be entitled to as a junior enlisted in japan (iwakuni or Oakinawa) the main things i am concerned about are am i allowed to purchase a POV over there, and what exactly are the extra pay entitlements while over there?

Thanks in Advance. ]]> Open Squad Bay Zac4g63 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91243 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91242&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:05:51 GMT

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]]> The Slop Shute marine1955 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91242 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91240&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:15:20 GMT My oldest daughter called with a nice story today. She, her husband and middle son were at Fort Benning for the youngest son's Turning Blue ceremony--for Marines, that's when a soldier completes basic and gets the blue infantry braid they wear on one shoulder.
The four of them went to a Subway for lunch afterwards. My son in law and both grandsons were in uniform. My son in law is a First Sergeant in the air force and the middle son finished his basic on Aug. 7.
When my son in law went to pay, the girl at the register said there was no charge. She pointed at a booth and said the couple sitting there paid for it and thanked them for their service.
Two questions come to mind:
--The son in law and middle grandson were wearing fatigues (utilities to us) in downtown Columbus, GA. Wonder what would have happened to us if we were in Oceanside or Jacksonville, N.C. in utilities?
--Did anyone ever thank us for our service when we were in?
I think a lot of it comes from old hippies who have guilty consciences about spitting on troops during Vietnam.
Every time I'm out wearing my Marine Veteran ball hat someone thanks me for my service. I get a bit embarrassed about it. Never heard a shot fired in anger and I definitely got more out of the Marine Corps than I put into it.
Oh well, just glad to see the troops are getting a deserved thank you these days.
Now, if they'd just relax the laws about punching out draft dodgers or liberals (is that redundant?), it'd be icing on the cake.


--
“A Veteran is someone who, at one point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to the ' United States of America ‘ for an amount of 'up to and including my life.' That is Honor, and there are way too many people in this country who no longer understand it.”
--Semper Fi ]]> Open Squad Bay kentmitchell http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91240 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91232&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:17:34 GMT I just have a small question for the Marines here. About two years ago, while I was still a senior in high school, I began searching for a military... I just have a small question for the Marines here.

About two years ago, while I was still a senior in high school, I began searching for a military career in the Corps. I began talking with a Sergeant (I'll withold the name) of which we did get along. We started filling out some paperwork and starting the long process of the "Package" and such to get me enlisted under DEP.

Well, one day, he came up to me and told me to drop out of high school, get my GED and go to MCRD PI ASAP. I was appalled.

Now, don't get me wrong, I have the utmost respect for anyone who serves in the Armed Forces, especially Marines. And I do know that recruiters are most of the time considered "The Bad Guy", but this Sergeant just absolutely blew my mind by telling me to drop out of high school to join the Corps.

Anyways, I told him where to put it, because at that point, I had lost all respect I had for him. It pretty much ruined my perspective of the Corps.

My question is this, I want to know what you, as Marines, think of my first recruiter. Have you ever witnessed something like this before?


As a side note, I am finally going to MEPS on the 30th and hopefully getting a ship date sometime soon, although I'm told the earliest for Active Duty is June '10. For some reason, lately it's been nagging the hell out of me to get back off my lazy bum and enlist. I can't wait for the yellow footprints. ]]> Ask A Marine JBlaze http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91232 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91229&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:29:19 GMT I have ten days untill I report to MCRD SD. I have never been so excited about anything in my life. Becoming a Marine has been a lifelong dream of... I have ten days untill I report to MCRD SD. I have never been so excited about anything in my life. Becoming a Marine has been a lifelong dream of mine. To all those that still have months to go... use your time wisely(PT, knowledge). It will go by faster than you think. Anyone out there joining me at MCRD SD on Dec. 1? ]]> POOL (ee) HALL GDean http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91229 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91228&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:59:08 GMT *these guys have to much time on their hands hehehhee *I totally agree with that statement. *When Highlanders get bored with their sheep! * *No... these guys have to much time on their hands hehehhee I totally agree with that statement.

When Highlanders get bored with their sheep!

No this is not dirty!! Your kids, wife, girlfriend, grandmother, grandfather, or whomever can view this.

P.S. These guys are not retired electricians either!

http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1137883380?bctid=17075685001 ]]> The Slop Shute Zebra29er http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91228 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91227&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:16:44 GMT Hi again Marines,

I scored a 29 on my 31. Yeah, sad. I was just curious when your time came to take the ASVAB and you didn't pass, how did you do on your retake? :cry:

Thanks Marines :usmc: ]]> Ask A Marine LIVESTRONGdave http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91227 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91225&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:35:08 GMT It is with sadness that I make this post for a Marine who no longer marches amongst us. I didn't know this man personally, however I work with his daughter, Debra. Debra was born in Beaufort, SC while her Father Joseph was stationed at Parris Island as a Drill Instructor. Joseph was a veteran of both Korea and Vietnam, and while I do not know his specifics, I do know he loved the Marine Corps. Debra tells me that he always maintained a spit-shined appearance, long after his active duty was complete, and took great pride in the fact that he was one of The Few, and particularly a former DI and maker of Marines.

Semper Fidelis Joseph. Assume your post at St. Peter's Gate.
If the Army and the Navy ever look on Heaven's scenes, they will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines.

Joseph E. Mainville
Mainville, Joseph E. LATHAM Joseph E. Mainville, 75, died November 17, 2009, at Our Lady of Hope Residence, Latham after a long valiant battle with cancer. He was born and educated in Cohoes and was the son of the late Joseph and Emeline LeMay Mainville. He was a laborer for Local 190, Glenmont and was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, serving during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Survivors are his wife, Mary Patenaude Mainville of Latham, and predeceased by the late Dorothy Bourdeau Mainville; his children, Debra Mainville (Michael Barber) of Kinderhook, N.Y., Daniel Mainville (Dawn) of Albany, Darlene Aquino (David) of Grand Island, Denise Jones (John) of East Greenbush and Darcie Adams (Tom) of Duanesburg. He is also survived by several brothers, sisters; 13 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Hope Chapel, Latham, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment in New Rural Cemetery, East Greenbush, N.Y. Relatives and friends may call at Our Lady of Hope Residence, 1 Jeanne Jugan Lane, Latham on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Joe's memory to the Little Sisters of the Poor. Arrangements are by the Dufresne Funeral Home, Inc., Cohoes. For directions and guest registry, dufresnefuneralhome.com :flag:

]]> Marine Memorial Chumley http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91225 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91224&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:23:42 GMT Hello, I have been trying to gather information on this site as well as marineocs.com about the process of going from an enlisted Marine to an... Hello,

I have been trying to gather information on this site as well as marineocs.com about the process of going from an enlisted Marine to an officer. I currently have my Bachelor's Degree in Government and I am interested in becoming a leader of Marines, I am now trying to figure out how I would like to do this. I know in the enlisted path it takes much hard work and effort to make it to the NCO positions but I am curious as to the responsibilities, day to day requirements and activities they perform. I am also curious if anyone has made the switch, or has some information on making the switch from an enlisted to an officer? I did some research online and found several programs exist but they did not say if there is a wait period between enlisting and filling one out nor did they say if there are multiple chances or if everyone could do it. The bottom line is I am trying to get some information from both sides of the line so I can better prepare myself for my meeting with my recruiter and also understand the roles and types of leadership available in the Marines.

Thank you ]]> Ask A Marine Homelessbelieve http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91224 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91222&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:40:07 GMT Hey poolees I was just wondering if any of you had advice or similar experiences with your recruiters to this subject. I am currently a UH contract... Hey poolees I was just wondering if any of you had advice or similar experiences with your recruiters to this subject. I am currently a UH contract for 03xx infantry. My main goal is to switch to a UZ 0321 recon contract. I have contacted my recruiter about this and I know its just an option contract. Of course if I fail the tests I know I am still going to be 03xx. I am all set with that I was just wondering if any of you had experience with getting the additional contract and how to go about it. Short of bugging my recruiter everyday to get me the option I don't know what else to do. Anyone got any ideas? Thanks ]]> POOL (ee) HALL joshpike4 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91222