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Was captain kangaroo in military?
Supposedly he ( washed out) of the marines for being unable to swim under simulated combat conditions- doubtless a basic task for the Leathernecks, involving landing barges, etc. the Marine who could not swim- but floated out as Captain Kangaroo.
Who first wrote the comic Flash Gordon?
Alex Raymond wrote the first Flash Gordon comic which was published January 7, 1934. He created, wrote and drew the character until he enlisted in the marines during World War 11.
How many branches of the service are there?
7: Army Navy Marines Air Force Public Health Service Coast Guard Merchant Marine Actually there are only 3 Branches. Except during wartime and then there are 4
Who played Whitney in Smallville?
Whitney had enlisted in the United States Marines after his graduation in the first season of Smallville. During the second season of Smallville, it was discovered that Whitney Fordman had gone missing in action and was eventually discovered to be killed in action.
Who was the founder on the USMC?
The United States Marine Corps (USMC) was founded on November 10, 1775, by the Second Continental Congress. The establishment is often credited to Captain Samuel Nicholas, who is recognized as the first commandant of the Marine Corps. The Marines were created to serve as a naval infantry force, supporting the Continental Navy during the American Revolutionary War.
I found an old military magazine from 1920. Has anybody heard of a magazine called The Marines Magazine?
The Marines magazine appears to have been started by Marine Corps Headquarters in 1914 as a publication to keep enlisted Marines informed and entertained during the War. It was published as an ad supported publication in conjunction with the Marines. The first editor and publisher was Charles A. Ketcham from 1914-1918.
Do yo have to fight when you are a marine?
Yes.In Fleet Marines Forces you have to fight on shore during naval campaigns.The Fleet Marines Forces are the US Marine Corps.
The first woman Marine?
Officially, Opha Mae Johnson is credited as the first woman Marine. Johnson enlisted for service on August 13, 1918; during that year some 300 women first entered the Marine Corps to take over stateside clerical duties from battle-ready Marines who were needed overseas.
How many Marines were there when the organization first opened?
The Continental Marines were authorized a force of two battalions and total troop strength during the American Revolution was about 131 Officers and 2,000 Enlisted.
Units of ninth Marine Regiment during the Mayaguez incident?
The 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines.
What areas did the 1st bn 4th marines 3rd marine division cover during 1969?
With rare exceptions, if any, the Marines were always working I Corps (MR I).
During what war was the United States Marine Corps born?
In 1775 as the Continental Marines for the American Revolutionary War.
Why did Chesty Puller join the Marines?
He was impressed by the record the Marine Corps acquired during World War One.
Did Marines have 2 years active duty during Vietnam?
The tour of duty for a US Marine in Vietnam was thirteen months although a Marine could extend his tour in Vietnam .
Why don't marine officers rate good conduct medal?
Marine Officers are expected to always conduct themselves in an appropriate fashion. If they do behave poorly then they are separated from the service whereas enlisted Marines may make mistakes and stay in depending on how bad the mistake was.
What wus the first war did the marines fight?
I believe the United States Marine Corp were formed during the the American Revolutionary War to combat the British, in particular the British Royal Marines.
Was captain kangaroo in military?
Supposedly he ( washed out) of the marines for being unable to swim under simulated combat conditions- doubtless a basic task for the Leathernecks, involving landing barges, etc. the Marine who could not swim- but floated out as Captain Kangaroo.
