US Marine Corps

Both the armed forces are meant for the security of the nation.

No such list exists.

The Combat Infantryman Badge (C.I.B.) is awarded to individuals, not to units. The criteria for this award is that the person must have served 60days or more in combat with a MOS (Military Occupation Specialty) designated as infantry. It has been awarded from WW@ till present. If you see this medal on a person's uniform, respect him/her.

The badge is a blue rectangle with a musket inset and surrounded by a laurel leaf.

The information above is incorrect. The C.I.B is awarded only to Infantrymen and SF that have met the requirements. Women are not allowed in the Infantry and cannot receive a C.I.B. and never have been able to. Only individuals with the 11B (Infantry) and Special Forces MOS can receive the C.I.B.

Also, the criteria to receive the C.I.B has become much stricter since Desert Storm and is no longer "blanket awarded" like it was in Desert Storm. No disrespect to Desert Storm veterans. Hooah!

Springfield The M1903-A1 and M1903-A4 .30-06 rifles with a variety of scopes were used by most US snipers during WW 2. The Unertl 8X was the scope preferred by the USMC. the military also made limited use of M1 garand sniper rifles.

1. Medical Advances: conducting medical research

2. Technology: through the use of comp. (etc) new advances can be made to help people with their health

3. Public Policy: Government policies and regulations (tobacco regulation)

4. Education: health education. Key factor in the prevention of disease and illness

Killed in Action, or KIA.

Wounded in Action, or WIA.

I think captured is Prisoner of War. POW.

Missing in Action, MIA.

It would be nearly impossible to quantify the number of aircraft that the Marine Corps owns. The United States Marine Corps is an expeditionary fighting force capable of attacking simultaneously from the sea, air, and ground. In order to support these capabilities the Marine Corps must field a wide variety of both attack and support aircraft.

Bart Weisman has stated in interviews that he was the youngest technical sergeant in the Air Force when he served, however, there is no official record kept for the youngest ever to serve in this capacity. Weisman is now a jazz musician.

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No I don't think so swords are now used as combat weapons because instead of that military army prefer to use guns, grenade etc (as a result of improvement in technology).

The sword is no longer used for combat. The military uses combat army guns like 45 colt, AK-47 AK-97 RPG, bazooka, rocket launcher, grenade launcher, throw grenades, button explosives, sniper, pistol, bombs, High velocity sling shot.

According to the numbers published by the U.S Government, they are about 3500 soldiers, but as I estimate (note that I am one of the Iraqi people) they are about 15000 soldiers..

As of today 05 May 2010 the US Government has published these numbers of total casualties in the US Military has lost 4,397 total American Soldiers since 2003. The US Government is not trying to hide or conceal information about the war in Iraq, the death toll in itself is a morbid political tool used to campaign against American Soldiers currently serving without prejudice because they want to be there and not because they were told.

from my understanding some people can it all depends of how severe it is The Doctors at MEPS (Military Entry Processing Station) will determine if u are well enough to join the marine corps remember though u could be passed for flat feet but there are many other conditions that could disqualify you

Physical: 3 pull-ups, 45 crunches in 2 minutes, 13:00 1.5 mile run. Will get a physical and medical history check. Age: 17 with parental consent, 18 without. Background: No felonies, you can get waivers for misdemeanors.

The elements of the security force is as follows; Receive the mission Issue a warning order Make a tentative plan Start necessary movement Reconnoiter Complete the plan Issue the complete order Supervise

Hash Marks represent four-year of service.

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.

A Sergeant is a Non-commisioned Officer (NCO). His general duties are typically the same as most other enlisted ranks as given in his warrant:

As a SERGEANT you must set the example for others to emulate. Your conduct and professionalism both on and off duty shall be above reproach. You are responsible for the accomplishment of your assigned mission and for the safety, professional development, and well being of the Marines in your charge. You will be the embodiment of our institutional core values of HONOR, COURAGE AND COMMITMENT. You will lead your Marines with firmness, fairness, and dignity while observing and following the orders and directions of your senior leaders and enforcing all regulations and articles governing the discipline of the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

Simply put, a Sergeant is responsible for making sure that the Marines in his charge (Corporals, Lance Corporals, PFCs, and Privates) are where they need to be when they need to be there, do what they need to do when it needs done, and make sure they stay out of trouble.

A Sergeant is equivilant to a Floor Supervisor in the civilian sector.

5.9% for officers. 16.7% for enlisted. This number is as of 3/31/2010.

1868... in its current form. It derives partially from ornaments worn by the Continental Marines and the British Royal Marines, and is usually topped with a ribbon reading "Semper Fidelis". The eagle stands for a proud country, the globe signifies global service, and the fouled anchor signifies maritime traditions. The eagle is a crested eagle found worldwide, not the bald eagle that appears in other American symbols and is native to North America only. The eagle is standing on the western hemisphere and is a holding a scroll with the Marine Corps motto, Semper Fidelis, on it. It is inscribed with gold letters, "Department of the Navy, United States Marine Corps

Beirut, Lebanon

The United States Marine Corps has never lost a major battle in its history.

179 were killed. The Ministry of Defence reports 222 seriously injured. A further 3,598 were admitted to field hospitals in 2006-09, 315 of them wounded in action, but no comparable data seem to be available for 2003-05.

From my experience, they consider it bragging rights. However, if the scenario at Fulda Gap had ever happened, Cavalry units would've had cooks who were further ahead of the lines than any of the infantry, so....

Other than that, being in a line unit would prepare you better for any type of Special Forces selection you may wish to attend, and you'd be more likely to be eligible for enlistment bonuses.

Unless the person is selected for promotion to the rank of Brigadier General, they must retire after 30 years of service.

Minimum of 41:

3 squads (Sqd) of 13

1 Platoon Sergeant (Plt Sgt)

1 Platoon Commander (Plt Cmndr)

Sqd = 3 Fireteams (FT) of 4 + 1 Sqd leader

FT = 1 FT leader, 1 Rifleman, 1 SAW gunner, 1 Assistant SAW gunner

There can be a Guide, position somewhat similar to Plt Sgt but it is a billet below him. Each platoon will also have a Corpsman assigned to them (Navy personnel, not a Marine)