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Powered by CITE. I also agree with Kanani, you need to come up with a Zombie Slaying metal. Then, the next thing you know, the Corps is down to a few under strength battalions… just like the day before the Korean War started. Okie, we served during the same time — What I found interesting in boot camp was the majority of Rifle Experts myself included were not grunts.
Was he storming the wall at Inchon with Chesty Puller? I wonder if A1S handled one of them? Squadron has a good reputation among airwing friends of mine. His dreamsheet was to go overseas or west coast. Top, I agree with you about the shooting badges. Then I really taught them how to shoot. Now, I can fold up my uniforms and save them for my grand kids to play with. Keep the peace, be safe.
Your email address will not be published. Uncategorized August 12, The New Magoo asks about uniforms and accompanying paraphernalia. Here are the basics: Ribbons and medals can tell you what parts of the world someone has been to or what campaigns they have participated in. Korean Defense Medal — Southwest Asia Service Medal — Kuwaiti Liberation Medal- Achievement medals and such can be awarded for superior performance over a period of time or for a specific act.
The Purple Heart Medal is of course awarded to those wounded in combat. I am always on the lookout for this ribbon. Other decorations include rifle and pistol badges. There are three different badges depending on how well you shoot in the Marine Corps. The only one that matters is the Expert Badge. This gunslinger is sporting multiple award rifle and pistol expert badges proving he is pretty shooty.
He has also spent quite a bit of time overseas including Asia and Iraq, as well as some time as an embassy guard.
Look, jump wings! The lead sled on top indicates the individual is at least a five jump chump. It began as a military fashion trend, something that improved a serviceman's bearing by keeping the chin high. In the collar was no longer part of the uniform but was issued to Marines who fought in the Philippine-American War as protection against neck wounds and decapitations by sword.
Fighting hole, not foxhole: Foxes hide in holes. Marines fight from any position. A hole dug in the ground for protection is called a fighting hole. Fighting withdrawal, not retreat: Marines who have to reposition in a fight do not retreat, they withdraw fighting. The breakout from the Chosin Reservoir Korea in December is an example of a fighting withdrawal. Seen on the hips of the Marines raising the flag at Iwo Jima. An easy to carry, field expedient pack of food.
While everything in an MRE can be eaten cold, it usually tastes better warm. Pizza box: There are three levels of rifle and pistol qualification, and badges are earned depending on the degree of proficiency: Expert, Sharpshooter and the lowest, Marksman. Because of its shape, the Marksman Weapons Qualification Badge is called the pizza box. Scrambled eggs: Gold oak leaf embroidery found on an officer's barracks cap visor and mess dress cuffs.
Seabag: Bag used to carry one's personal belongings. When Marines travel, they often carry everything they own in a seabag. Semper Fi: shortened version of "Semper Fidelis," the motto of the Corps. Latin for "Always faithful. Smokey: Brown campaign cover worn by drill instructors, so named because of the similarity to the hat worn by Smokey Bear. Square d away: To be in a neat and regulation appearance.
Brain strap: Elastic strap used for securing eyeglasses during rigorous activities such as physical training. Usually found on BCG's birth control glasses , named for their less than attractive style which prevents any interest from the opposite sex.
Eagle Globe and Anchor : Insignia representing America, worldwide service and naval tradition. See top left. Drill: Close order drill. An integral part of boot camp, learning how to perform as a team and obey commands are two purposes. But it is also how large groups of Marines can be moved efficiently and in an orderly way from one location to another. The large parade deck where the drilling happens in boot camp is called the grinder.
Ooh rah: Spirited cry or bark, really commonly used to respond to a verbal greeting or as an expression of enthusiasm. The bark varies by branch. Greens: Camouflage service utility uniforms in reference to their color. Desert cammies are called chocolate chips. High and tight: Nickname for a common variant of the buzz cut, where the hair is clipped very close.
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