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Perhaps because of the major importance of the Naval Battle of Midway which can not be over emphasied very little historical importance is ever given to the defenders of Midway which included Army B-17's, MAG-21, Anti Aircraft and shore batteries of Marine Defense Battalions and other forces. VMF-221, VMSB-231 and 241 used antiquated airframes against the Japanese with such as the Brewster Buffalo (F2A3) and the F4F and SBD with good results, although most were lost in their first air battles. The Navy PBY's deserve mention.
The Marine Corps absolutely hated the term Defense Battalion because it went against their Offensive Doctrine. They hated anything related to defense and were even opposed to Anti Aircraft Units because they were not offensive and that stance even carried over to the Hawk Batteries of later years.
If there is no bayonet lug attached, it could hardly be considered an offensive weapon.
Pundits contend that John Glenn insisted that a bayonet lug be attached to Friendship Seven prior to the first American Orbit of Earth.
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What battles have the US Marine Corps lost?
The United States Marine Corps has never lost a major battle in its history.
What was the costliest battle in the us marine corps?
da nang
Where is the Providence Marine Corps Of Artillery Museum Of Rhode Island in Providence Rhode Island located?
The address of the Providence Marine Corps Of Artillery Museum Of Rhode Island is: 17 Benefit Street, Providence, RI 02904-2701
Is there a marine corp base in rhode island?
No. But there may be a Marine Corps detachment stationed there on another military base.
Can you have cancer in the marine corps?
Anyone can get cancer, whether or not they are in the Marine Corps.
Who led the allies in the Battle of Midway?
The Americans. United States Marine Corps.
Who was in charge of the US army at the Battle of Midway?
On Midway itself, they were mostly Navy and Marine Corps personnel.US commanders within the battle were:Chester W. NimitzFrank J. FletcherRaymond A. Spruance
Island site of the bloodiest battle in Marine Corps history?
Iwo Jima
What battle is the state memorializing at the Marine Corps Memorial?
The battle on the island of Iwo Jima against Japanese forces.
What is midway between Frederick MD and Richmond VA?
Appropriately enough, it's a place called Midway Island, which is part of the Marine Corps Base at Quantico. You may want to stop before the base at Triangle, VA. It's the home of the National Museum of the Marine Corps if that holds any interest.
When was Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island created?
Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island was created in 1861.
What battles have the US Marine Corps lost?
The United States Marine Corps has never lost a major battle in its history.
What kind of training occurs at the Parris Island facility?
At the Parris Island facility one could expect to find Marine Corps Recruits being trained. A Marine at this facility will be trained in weapons, Marine Corps Martial Arts, Marine Corps History as well as personal hygiene.
What was the costliest battle in the us marine corps?
da nang
What battle of the marine corps memorial represent?
Iwo Jima .
How did the Marine Corps get its alternative name?
from the battle of Bella woods in France
Where are the Marine Corps training center in South Carolina?
Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, SC.
