Archive for the ‘Marine Boot Camp Preparation’ Category

What kind of effect does the Navy boot camp have on people?

Tuesday, December 30th, 2008

mairdo51 asked: I have heard that boot camps are meant to break you down and build you up again, and that the USMC boot camp does it to the greatest extent. So, does that mean the other boot camps don't make you a better person, or what?Click Here To ...

How do you get to boot camp? Does the military provide your transportation?

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008

Mrs. Moran asked: I am signing and swearing in on Wednesday and Thursday to the Navy. I want to know how will I get up to Great Lakes? And is this the only Boot Camp for the Navy? Thank you!Marine Boot Camp Video

Why are the United States Marines so respectful to the United States Air Force?

Thursday, December 18th, 2008

ERUDITE asked: An Air Force man in full dress uniform enters a room full of Marines the Marines always stand at attention and say "I would be honored to stand in your shadow sir"! Why is that?Are you Prepared for Marine Boot Camp?

How come women are allowed to join the Marines?

Monday, December 8th, 2008

bowlingcap asked: I can understand why women are allowed to have combat support jobs, but the Marines are supposed to be infantry first, MOS second. That's what "every Marine a rifleman" means, right? But the Army blocks women from serving in the infantry. If the Marines are supposed to be ...

How long does it take for a marine in boot camp to receive a letter?

Thursday, November 20th, 2008

hana f asked: I sent a letter to my bf who is in boot camp at MCRD in San Diego. I sent it about 10 days ago. I heard that the letter has to go through many stages and can take 7-10 days. Is this true? ...

Whats the difference between Marines in Boot camp?

Sunday, November 16th, 2008

Max asked: Difference between Honor platoon Marines and a regular Marine graduate. Why are they called honor platoons too.Marine Boot Camp Info

How often are marines based on an aircraft carrier or a ship?

Sunday, October 5th, 2008

renegadearmyboy asked: I want to join the Marines, and i want to be stationed on a ship at some point as well.Click Here To Prepare For Boot Camp

What do individual Marines think about the marine puppy killer?

Tuesday, September 30th, 2008

SCOTT B asked: I got out in 94. His one bad deed is bigger than 100 good deeds from other Marines in the public eye. Are Marines backing him up? Do they want his head? Just wondering. I'd hope they are pissed at the setback ...

What personal belongings can i take to the Marines?

Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

REY C asked: Im planning to join the Marines at the age of 18, but have no idea if i can take personal belongings, and if i can what can i bring.Preparing For Boot Camp

Is there a limit to the graduations at marine boot camp graduations?

Monday, August 25th, 2008

applejuice7474 asked: Is there a limit to how many people can go to a marine boot camp graduation?Preparation For Marine Boot Camp