The 5th and 6th Marine Regiments.
Officially, no. The Marine Corps does not have a medical unit itself. However, the Navy has Corpsmen, which are medical personnel, attached directly to Marine Corps units.
The US Navy and Marine Corps are both parts of the US Navy. Then there's shore establishments, HQ's and Operating units if I'm correct. If you want a more simple answer- The Navy, Navy Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve, and the Marine Corps.
Which gulf war? There were three of them.
Charles L. Updegraph has written: 'U.S. Marine Corps special units of World War II' -- subject(s): History, Marine Corps, Regimental histories, United States, United States. Marine Corps, World War, 1939-1945
The Marines don't have Ranger units. Marine Corps personnel, however, can attend the Ranger School. Though, if somebody tells you they were a "Marine Ranger", you should definitely view them with skepticism.
The Marine Corps MOS code 5400 refers to the position of Basic Marine Corps Combat Correspondent. This MOS is responsible for providing public affairs support to Marine Corps units, documenting military operations through writing and photography, and producing news stories and articles for dissemination to the public and media. Combat Correspondents often accompany units in the field to capture and report on their activities.
You're comparing apples and oranges. Special Forces is one distinct function of the Army (though the Marine Corps now does have units under the jurisdiction of SOCOM), whereas the Marine Corps is an entire branch of the service.
there are 4 marine corps air wing (MAW) units. 1st MAW - Okinawa, Japan 2nd MAW - Cherry Point, NC 3rd MAW - Miramar, CA 4th MAW - New Orleans, LO
Yes, the United States Marine Corps (USMC) has used Smith & Wesson firearms. One notable example is the Smith & Wesson M&P (Military and Police) pistol, which has been used by some units within the Marine Corps. Additionally, Smith & Wesson revolvers have been issued to some Marine Corps personnel in the past.
Not really, the Marine Corps calls Aviation Units "Air Wings". During WW2 it had five such "Wings". Marine Air Wings are still in existence today and fly mostly close air support for ground units. They also provide the heliocopter transport that is an integral part of the Marine ability to move quickly.
No. Medical support for the US Marine Corps is provided by Navy Corpsman. They wear the same uniforms and are stationed with the Marines. The Navy also provides the doctors, nurses, dentists and clergy for the Marines.
Reserve Marines can be stationed at various Marine Corps Reserve centers located throughout the United States. These centers are strategically located to support the Marine Corps' operational requirements and training needs. They can also be deployed overseas to support active duty Marine Corps units or engage in humanitarian and combat operations.