Beirut Bombing Remembrance Ceremony

On October 23, 1983, in Beirut, Lebanon suicide bombers detonated two truck bombs, one striking the barracks housing U.S. Marines and the other a barracks housing French paratroopers.

The attack on the Marine Barracks was devastating with the death toll at 241 American servicemen: 220 Marines, 18 Navy personnel and 3 Army soldiers, along with sixty Americans injured, representing the deadliest single-day death toll for the Marine Corps since the Battle of Iwo Jima during WWII.

Pfc. Christofer Baines covered the Beirut remembrance ceremony in Arlington National Cemetery and his thoughts can be read here: A Brush with History

Amos Takes Command of The Corps

Gen. Jim Amos took command of the United States Marine Corps on Friday, becoming the 35th commandant in the service’s 235-year history. After taking the colors from outgoing commandant Gen. James Conway, Amos’ first pronouncement reflected the electricity in the air and the chorus of “oorahs” ringing out from the stands. Read the whole story here: Amos takes command of the Corps

The Corps May Have a New Toy - The M27

From what I understand the Corps has been testing a variant of Heckler & Koch’s HK416, called the M27 and is contemplating the new weapon as a replacement for the M249 or SAW (Squad Automatic Weapon) which in my personal opinion isn't a good move because ...

The M27, with a normal 30 round mag (50 and 100 rnds avail), doesn't have near the fire power capability as the M249 with its 200 round drum of belted ammo. The M27 is a more likely replacement for the M16 or M4. It is a damn fine looking weapon and if it is anything like a shortened HK 92 it is most definitely a fine weapon. You can read more about the possible integration of the M27 as an IAR (Infantry Automatic Rifle) here: Marine Corps Times

Marine Corps Enlistment

Marine Corps Enlistment should not be taken lightly because enlisting in the United States Marine Corps is a life changing decision. In fact, it could lead to early death and that is one thing you need to come to grips with before you join the Marine Corps. Read more here: Marine Corps Enlistment

If you are thinking of joining the Marine Corps you may have to wait for your turn at Marine Corps Boot Camp simply because there is a line miles long. Young men are enlisting in the Corps at a rapid rate. They all want a chance to prove themselves worthy of wearing the Eagle, Globe and Anchor. And it's no surprise. Earning the Eagle, Globe and Anchor along with the honor of being called a Marine is not easy.

Waiting List For Marines Boot Camp

For almost a century young men have been going to San Diego or Parris Island for Marines Boot Camp to see whether or not they can pass the test, prove worth and tough enough to earn the Eagle, Globe and Anchor and the title Marine. Young men west of the Mississippi River enter training at MCRD San Diego while men east of the Mississippi and all women enjoy their basic training at Parris Island. However ...

Eventhough our country is at war; according to the Los Angeles Times the line is long and there is an actual waiting list to enter Marines Boot Camp. If you enlist in the Corps today your wait could be as long as 9 months to begin recruit training and that may be a good thing considering so many young men decide to join on the spur of the moment without thinking about what exactly they are jumping into. A long wait for an intense experience

If you are serious about joining the Marine Corps and becoming one of the finest warriors on earth you may want to prepare for boot camp because it isn't easy to become a Marine. You can use the information, tips and strategies taught in Prepare for Boot Camp to actually prepare for your time in Marines Boot Camp.