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Do you have to be recon to go to USMC Combat Diver Course?
No, you do not have to be a Recon Marine to attend the USMC Combat Diver Course. However, the course is primarily attended by Recon Marines, as it is part of their specialized training. Other Marines, such as Force Reconnaissance and certain Special Operations units, may also attend the course.
Are seals tougher than recon?
no, Recon also the USMC has Force Recon... The Marines special operations are classified under MARSOC and have rigorous training for the Marines you have to first be in an infantry unit for four years then reenlist and go through sometimes it takes two years of training so six years total. plus RECON are the elite of the elite. Navy isn't elite only seals are elite and all Marines are elite but RECON is the tougher group. SEALS are still tough just not like RECON, different training. USMC Carlos Hathcock, Recon sniper has 93 confirmed kills. CHESTY Puller USMC awarded four navy crosses for bravery second highest under medal of honor and he had four of them. USMC John Basilone held off 3,000 enemy troops with their own machine gun with one other Marine whom was killed in the battle of Guadalcanal during the second world war and then single handedly hacked up three enemies with his jungle machete and for this was awarded the Medal of honor. but respect both.
What is the usmc recon jack meaning?
Only those of us chosen few know the true meaning. Get up off your lazy butt and join the Marine Corps, we'll learn you something. USMC 0324
What is the best way to train for USMC recon?
run,run,run,run..... lots of physical tranning ie. situps,push ups,pull ups, run
How many in a marine corps platoon?
During the Vietnam War, USMC tank battalions were organized similar to USA tank (armor) battalions; approximately 57/58 M48A3 Patton tanks per battalion; 17 Patton tanks to a company, and 5 Patton's to a platoon.
How do you qualify for special forces marines?
(Asuming you mean USMC) You take the 4 month Recon Marine qualification course.(If you want to know what is on the course i would reccomend watching 'Surviving The Cut: Recon Marine' or something like that, it is on Netlfix and i think YouTube and the Discovery channel site)
What is the difference between the USMC and the marine force recon?
The U.S.M.C. is a branch of the U.S. military, and the Marine Force Recon is an extremely small part of the Marine Corps Recon division. Its like the Corps Navy SEALS...only better...it takes alot of hard work, dedication, and a massive amount of motivation...and even with all that there's still a HUGE chance you won't make it...thats how exclusive it is. Aaron B. U.S.M.C. Enlisted Poolee I leave for basic June 28, 2010
Who is the secretary of the USMC?
The USMC does not have its own cabinet level secretary, but receives guidance from the SECNAV.
What was a machine gun used in the war?
Vietnam war: Medium MGs- 1. USA/USMC used the M60 belt fed machine gun, equipped w/bi-pod. 2. NVA used the drum fed RPD. Vietnam war: Heavy MGs- 1. USA/USMC used the M2 Browning .50 caliber mgs. 2. NVA used the .51 caliber often tri-pod mounted.
Where can one download USMC wallpapers?
You can download USMC wallpapers online from the Wallpaper Bit website. There are over eight pages of USMC wallpapers available online from this website.
What type of pistol does the USMC use?
The USMC uses the Barretta 9mm.
What was the outcome of the battle of saipan?
The outcome of the battle of saipan was that the USMC won the battle of saipan.
