Marines are made, not born. 12 weeks of the toughest training in the world transforms civilians into members of The United State's most noble brotherhood.
Ready to win battles in the air, on land and at sea.
When our nations commitment to democracy is challenged, when our national interests are threatened, in times of international disaster, crisis or war, the Marine Corps is ready.
We will be first on the scene, first to help and first to fight. For this, we have earned the reputation as Americas 911 Force — our nations first line of defense.
The Marine Corps is ready to respond on the ground, in the air and by sea. This integrated approach distinguishes the Marine Corps as the United States premier expeditionary force.
Semper Fidelis
More than a motto, a way of life.
Semper Fidelis distinguishes the Marine Corps bond from any other. It goes beyond teamwork it is a brotherhood and lasts for life.
Latin for "always faithful," Semper Fidelis became the Marine Corps motto in 1883. It guides Marines to remain faithful to the mission at hand, to each other, to the Corps and to country, no matter what.
Becoming a Marine is a transformation that cannot be undone, and Semper Fi reminds us of that. Once made, a Marine will forever live by the ethics and values of the Corps.
There is no such thing as an ex-Marine.
This is my rifle. There are many like it, but this one is mine.
My rifle is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I must master my life.
My rifle, without me, is useless. Without my rifle, I am useless. I must fire my rifle true. I must shoot straighter than my enemy who is trying to kill me. I must shoot him before he shoots me. I WILL...
My rifle and myself know that what counts in this war is not the rounds we fire, the noise of our burst, nor the smoke we make. We know that it is the hits that count. WE WILL HIT...
My rifle is human, even as I, because it is my life. Thus, I will learn it as a brother. I will learn its weaknesses, its strength, its parts, its accessories, its sights and its barrel. I will ever guard it against the ravages of weather and damage as I will ever guard my legs, my arms, my eyes and my heart against damage. I will keep my rifle clean and ready. We will become part of each other. WE WILL...
Before God, I swear this creed. My rifle and myself are the defenders of my country. We are the masters of our enemy. WE ARE THE SAVIORS OF MY LIFE.
So be it, until victory is America's and there is no enemy, but peace!
Major General William H. Rupertus, USMC.
@kosovoseals I noticed your name just now, were any U.S Navy SEALs involved in Kosovo? I thought there were mainly U.S Coalition forces there.
RECONxxxMARINE 8 months ago
@RECONxxxMARINE Not officially ! Their missions remain top secret.
Regards.
kosovoseals 8 months ago