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The U.S army was established first. Marines were first used to defend ships theyn wore leather on their necks so when enemies boarded they could cut there head off. That is why they inherit the name leather necks. And beofre you ask who is better just let me answer for you the army is better. I answered several other questions about who is better so go check my answers out.

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