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What Marine was denied enlistment as 4F and spent all of his money for corrective surgery only to die on Okinawa?
Robert M. McTureous, Jr., who won the Medal of Honor there and died of his wounds,
What else can I help you with?
What is the name of the Marine Corps base in Okinawa?
The Marine Corps maintains multiple bases in Okinawa including Camp Foster, Camp Hanson, Camp Schwab, and Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, but all the Okinawa bases are grouped together as Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley Butler
How many were in a Marine company?
After the battle of Okinawa, 31 was left
Is there a US Marine brig on Okinawa?
Yes, there is a U.S. Marine Corps presence on Okinawa, Japan, including the Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler, which houses various Marine units. While there isn't a traditional brig specifically designated as a Marine brig on Okinawa, there are facilities for holding personnel. The region plays a strategic role in U.S. military operations in the Asia-Pacific area.
Can a marine get government help if he got dishonoral discharged or a wall?
It depends on what type of Governmental help you are referring to and whether the Marine has received an honorable discharge in the past, previous to his Dishonorable Discharge. If a Marine in his or her 1st enlistment receives a DD then the Marine will lose many benefits. If however the Marine served one enlistment and received an Honorable Discharge and then reenlists he will be entitled to all benefits from that first enlistment. But you still need to speak to a Veterans Affairs Representative for details.
What is the name of the army base in Okinawa?
The main U.S. military installation in Okinawa is called Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler. It encompasses several facilities, including Marine Corps Air Station Futenma and other subordinate bases. Okinawa hosts a significant U.S. military presence, contributing to regional security and operations.
Are there academic requirements for enlistment in the Marine Corps?
High School diploma or GED, and the ability to pass the ASVAB
Marine corps signing bonus?
The United States Department of Defense offers incentives for enlistment and reenlistment based on need for certain occupational specialties. Marine Corps signing bonuses depend on the specialty, period of enlistment, and can only be determined by consulting with the representative from the recruiting command.
How do you find out the history of the Marines who served on Okinawa?
Okinawa was an Army campaign, under General Simon B. Buckner Jr., commander of the US Army's 10th Army. Iwo Jima was a Marine Corps campaign. However, Marines did fight on Okinawa; see the website "Battle of Okinawa", then look at the referrences at the bottom of the article for research material on the US Marines (at Okinawa).
Where is Matthew phelps?
As of 2014, Matthew Phelps resides in Okinawa, Japan. He is a member of the United States Marine Corps.
Can a marine join the air force after enlistment is up?
You can join any military branch after the Marine Corps, with a clean record of course. You won't have to go through their basic training though.
What engagement was Company B First Battalion of the Sixth Marine Division engaged in on 20 June 1945?
The battle of Okinawa.
How you would get your first career in the marines?
If you just mean Fleet Marine Force (most jarheads are FMF), go to a Marine recruiter and tell that person you want to be a Marine. Assuming you pass the pre-enlistment tests, then graduate from boot camp and MOS training, you will be a Marine.
