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Who is best trained in combat the US Marines or the US Army?
Both receive excellent training. Marine training is considered to be more intense and lasts longer. Even Marine pilots receive training in the Basic school for six months to insure that every Marine is first off, a Rifleman.
How long does training to be a US Marine take?
A lot. They go through the same basic training all soldiers go through but then of course go through a whole bunch of specialized training as a marine.
Where do US Marines go for basic training?
Basic Training (or Basic Combat Training) is a term exclusive to the US Army and Air Force - the Marines refer to it as Boot Camp. US Marines attend their Boot Camp either at MCRD Parris Island (in South Carolina) or MCRD San Diego (in California).
What does it take to become a United States Marine?
To become a US Marine, one must fulfill basic training and further specialized training which can take up to two years. As the Marines are the proud and the few, one needs a solid commitment to achieve that goal.
What is the difference between the US marine combat training in World War 2 and modern day Marine combat training?
The Marine training of World War 2 is the same as the training of today except now we have more modern armament and computerized equipment the Marine recruits have to learn about now. It has always been the toughest boot camp of all the military forces and all Marines, even nurses, have to have basic weapons training, even in World War 2.
How much does a us marine earn in basic training?
You make what an E1 makes in three months. However the US Marine Corps does not pay for your uniforms or items that you need ie: hygene, laundry equip. Your equipment like your kevlar, Alice pack, and other equipment will be provided for you. I ened up with half of the three months pay at the end of Marine Recruit training.
Are there tanks in the Marine Corps?
Yes, but they are used in smaller numbers and differently, unusally in support of amphipious operations. Marine Tankers are all graduates of the US Army school at Fort Knox where they receive their basic MOS training.
You have completed Marine Basic Training Do you have to complete army as well to re enlist in the army?
No, you do not. The Marines is the only branch of Service that the US Army accepts people without going through any form of introduction training.
Who receives more training Marine Force Recon or US Army Rangers?
Marine Force Recon
Do you get fed while in basic training?
Yes. You are in the custody of the US government and they will provide your meals and housing while in basic training.
Is there repelling in the US air force basic training?
There is no repelling in the Air Force Basic Training...at least not in 1985 when I joined.
Who is responsible for the amphibious training of all forces?
The US marine Corps is responsible for the amphibious training of all forces.
