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Several things, such as go to the PX and shop, on base Bowling alleys and game rooms, tattoo shops, strip clubs, if you have enough time and distance isn't too far go home for visits to family and friends, hang out in barracks with fellow Marines, and there are several activities throughout the base and off base for you to keep busy... it just depends on which base you are stationed at.
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What was meant by the letters HAM during World War 2?
During World War II male marines often referred to female marines as being BAMs which stood for BROAD ASSED MARINES. The female marines returned the favor by referring to male marines as HAMs which stood for HAIRY ASSED MARINES.
What is the least amount of time you can be in the Marines for?
The least amount of time that you can enlist in the Marines for is three years.
What is the nature of work for the marines?
The first and foremost job for the Marines, is to protect the United States from enemys foreign and domestic. During peace time, the Marines have a lot of different jobs to do just like the civilian population does. But, in times of war, it is the Marines that will be sent into the combat zone first. If this isn't what you wanted to know, write me at: devildog73m@yahoo.com. I was in the Marines from 1973-1977
How many marines were wounded in action in Vietnam?
13,095 U.S Marines were wounded in action during the Vietnam War.
Where were the negro Marines trained?
During WW2 Black Marines received their training at Camp Gilbert H. Johnson , NC .
Was the US Marines in England during 1942-1944?
During WWII and onward, normally large US Navy warships had a contingent of US Marines aboard, as part of the vessel's crew (Marines assigned to the warship). If any LARGE US Navy warships were in England, US Marines were probably present too.
Why did Bill Arnsparger join the Marines?
He didn't have a choice - born in 1926, he was 18 in 1943, during WWII. He either voluntarily joined the Marines rather than be drafted, or was drafted into the Marines.
How many men were drafted into the marines during Vietnam?
43,000
Rejected from one branch is it possible to enlist into another?
yes (possible) During WW2 Audey Murphy was turned down by the Marines (I think) but accepted by the Army. Murphy was the most decorated service man during WW2
Were there Marines in the battle at Harper's Ferry?
No. Harper's Ferry was a land battle. Marines at that time were exclusively deployed by the Navy.
Are marines under paid?
Every one who lays down their life for their country is under paid, but Marines are no more underpaid than the rest of the services.
What is the difference between royal marines and royal marine reserves?
Royal marines join full time and do 32 weeks training Royal marines reserve are like the territorial army, you still have a job (teacher, doctor) but you do one weekend a month training for 18 months and support the full time marines
