Posted on Aug 17, 2018
Cade Gower
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The main bold text is my question. I don't want to be called stolen valor or be told its disrespectful to wear a USMC logo patch. Couldn't find anything, so I'm asking here. As of now, I'm civilian, but I plan on going into the USMC after high school.
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Maj John Bell
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As a Marine I don't care as long as the following applies:

Don't wear the uniform items in a way that people would mistakenly believe you are an active duty or former Marine.

Don't pass yourself off as a Marine.

Most young adults engage in some "jack ass" behavior. It is part of growing up. (I was the King of "Jack Ass" behavior in high school) Please don't do any "Jack ass" behavior that would get you brought home by the cops while you are sporting any military services apparel, patches, insignia, etc.
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Cade Gower
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Id never say I'm a soldier or vet or anything. I can't stand people who do when they're not. Thank you for your response
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SGT Tony Clifford
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I think that you are fine. Just don't pretend that you're a marine and if someone asks you, tell them the truth. As for why you'd want to wear the logo, I don't know. Have fun with your air soft.
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Cade Gower
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I want to wear a USMC patch cause of a few reasons. It's going right under my thin red line flag patch on my uniform
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CW4 UH-60M Pilot
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Absolutely you can. It is just a USMC patch. If anyone asks just tell them you plan on joining the Marines. There is no stolen valot in that. Good luck in the future and I hope this helps.
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