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03-18-10, 05:21 PM
Thread: Boot Camp Year Book Mistake
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Those yearbooks are always messed up. Mine has...
Those yearbooks are always messed up. Mine has only one picture of me, and I'm hidden off to the side. There are no names associated with any of the pictures.
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03-17-10, 08:15 PM
Thread: How did you shoot in bootcamp?
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236, Expert
236, Expert
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03-13-10, 05:41 PM
Thread: Stationed in Europe?
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There are 2 U.S. embassies in Germany with MSG's....
There are 2 U.S. embassies in Germany with MSG's. There are MSG's in almost every country, so you definately have the opportunity to travel the world.
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03-10-10, 05:55 AM
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I was licensed HMMWV driver while in Fallujah and...
I was licensed HMMWV driver while in Fallujah and had to participate in the HMMWV course as the trainer/verifier. I was a Lance Coolie at the time and I was riding with my Cpl and Sgt who were the...
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03-09-10, 08:01 PM
Thread: what to do about drunks
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I don't see a problem with what pfcdad posted. ...
I don't see a problem with what pfcdad posted. He's a concerned parent, it's natural to want to guide your kid. He's just looking for advice to pass along to his son, it's not like he's calling up...
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03-07-10, 04:48 PM
Thread: what to do about drunks
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The best way to resolve the situation is to...
The best way to resolve the situation is to notify the duty NCO and take it up the chain of command.
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02-25-10, 09:40 AM
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It's just like the trainers who get eaten by...
It's just like the trainers who get eaten by lions or bears. They are wild animals. It is in their nature to kill, not entertain and do tricks for people.
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02-21-10, 12:08 AM
Thread: Marines life...
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As a female, you will be held to the same high...
As a female, you will be held to the same high standards as the male Marines (if not higher). Your job is no different; you will be expected to accomplish the same amount of work in the same amount...
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02-19-10, 06:20 AM
Thread: enlistment bonuses?
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You need to understand where our anger is...
You need to understand where our anger is directed towards; it's not always towards the poolee.
I'm not disagreeing with you. I don't know one Marine who would turn down a bonus if it were... -
02-18-10, 01:49 PM
Thread: enlistment bonuses?
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I highly disagree with offering civilians bonuses...
I highly disagree with offering civilians bonuses to join my beloved Corps. People should join the Corps for pride, not money.
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02-16-10, 11:17 AM
Thread: can someone give me some information?
by commdog7- Replies
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Did you even read my post? You don't have to...
Did you even read my post? You don't have to search the web, just use the search button on this site. Seems to me you are just lazy and want us to pick up your slack. If you want to be a Marine so...
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02-15-10, 04:58 AM
Thread: can someone give me some information?
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There is a lot of information on this site, I...
There is a lot of information on this site, I suggest you utilize the search button and read through what Marines have posted throughout the years.
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02-14-10, 06:41 AM
Thread: Marines not taking HS Grads?
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The Corps fluctuates how many recruits they are...
The Corps fluctuates how many recruits they are willing to take in year after year. About 2 years ago, the Corps grew from about 175k to 202k manpower, so we were taking in a large number of recruits...
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02-01-10, 01:59 AM
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Your asvab score is good for 2 years, but if you...
Your asvab score is good for 2 years, but if you want to take it again for a better score, you have to wait 6 months.
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02-01-10, 01:00 AM
Thread: Was Army, Want to be a MARINE!
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I respect your attitude; most individuals in your...
I respect your attitude; most individuals in your position would not have been as thick-skinned.
I agree that most people make a mistake in their life they wish they could take back. But being a... -
01-31-10, 02:25 PM
Thread: Was Army, Want to be a MARINE!
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01-30-10, 06:51 PM
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With the attitude and disrespect coming from this...
With the attitude and disrespect coming from this civilian, he's never going to be a Marine. He can fantasize being a Marine sniper all day long, but it will not happen.
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01-30-10, 06:40 PM
Thread: Am I prepared?
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If you really want to be a sniper, I would...
If you really want to be a sniper, I would suggest you stop shooting. Unless trained by a Marine instructor, you are developing habits in shooting that will be tough to break.
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01-30-10, 03:53 PM
Thread: Aviation Electronics Technition
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Thanks! I believe all Marines should make the...
Thanks! I believe all Marines should make the most of the opportunities presented to them, whether they do 4 yrs or 40 yrs.
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01-30-10, 03:45 PM
Thread: Recruiter telling the truth?
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It's not about being @ssholes, it's about...
It's not about being @ssholes, it's about respect. This poolee didn't know, but now he does.
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01-30-10, 07:15 AM
Thread: Aviation Electronics Technition
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I agree that the punishment should fit the crime....
I agree that the punishment should fit the crime. If any Marine feels that their punishment is too harsh, they do have options available. There is nothing wrong with requesting mast or in extreme...
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01-30-10, 06:30 AM
Thread: Recruiter telling the truth?
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It urks me when a poolee/civilian calls a GySgt a...
It urks me when a poolee/civilian calls a GySgt a Gunny. Where I work, I even hear civilians calling a SSgt a Gunny (all the time!). All non-Marines need to use the proper (formal) rank when...
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01-29-10, 09:19 AM
Thread: Aviation Electronics Technition
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I wish to have a Marine-to-Marine intelligent...
I wish to have a Marine-to-Marine intelligent discussion about the workings of the Corps. What I do not want is to be disrespected because of my age and mos. So what if I was born in '87, does that...
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01-29-10, 08:53 AM
Thread: Recruiter telling the truth?
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02xx is Intel; 04xx is Logistics What's wrong...
02xx is Intel; 04xx is Logistics
What's wrong with open contract these days? Too many civilians refuse to serve their country unless they get the job they want. The Corps needs you in... -
01-29-10, 05:40 AM
Thread: Aviation Electronics Technition
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When a Marine disregards the rules and...
When a Marine disregards the rules and regulations, they deserve to be punished. It's what keeps us the most highly disciplined fighting force in the world. If your son broke the rules, he's going to...
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