Is it okay to talk trash about other branches?

CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 08 Jul 2017 20:25:07 -0400

At the end of the day, we all serve, and we all raised our hands and swore an oath to this country. However, I personally think there is nothing wrong with friendly rivalries as long as it is done in "good fun." Anyone have any other comments?

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Response by SSgt Gary Andrews made Jul 8 at 2017 9:03 PM

SSgt Gary Andrews — Sat, 08 Jul 2017 21:03:03 -0400

Of course it's ok to talk trash about the other services........what else are you gonna do when you're on liberty on a Saturday night and it's starting to get drunk in the bar?

Response by MSgt Jason McClish made Jul 8 at 2017 9:26 PM

MSgt Jason McClish — Sat, 08 Jul 2017 21:26:11 -0400

Absolutely, it's all in good fun. When shit hits the fan, what branch you're in doesn't matter!

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Response by PFC Jonathan Albano made Jul 8 at 2017 10:44 PM

PFC Jonathan Albano — Sat, 08 Jul 2017 22:44:08 -0400

As long as it doesn't leave the realm of jest, nothing wrong with a little fun. In many ways, the branches are like siblings. We have are internal fights and rivalries, however, we're there for each-other when it matters.

Response by MAJ Raymond Haynes made Jul 8 at 2017 10:45 PM

MAJ Raymond Haynes — Sat, 08 Jul 2017 22:45:05 -0400

Everyone talks smack about other organizations in their area of interest. The best high school in their district, the best college in their conference, the best service in the country. I think its a healthy thing as long as its conducted by members of those services. Civilians who have never served have no place talking anything about any branch of the armed services. That includes members of congress.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 8 at 2017 11:41 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 08 Jul 2017 23:41:31 -0400

Of course, it's like making fun of your siblings. You're allowed to, but when someone else does it you better believe it's time to fight.

Response by LTJG Richard Bruce made Jul 9 at 2017 12:44 AM

LTJG Richard Bruce — Sun, 09 Jul 2017 00:44:30 -0400

Response by CAPT Kevin B. made Jul 9 at 2017 2:11 AM

CAPT Kevin B. — Sun, 09 Jul 2017 02:11:43 -0400

And when you go Combined, you get to rip and be ripped by all sorts of services. Beer tastes better that way. BTW, the Marines are still looking for a few good men.

Response by PO1 Brian Austin made Jul 9 at 2017 4:11 AM

PO1 Brian Austin — Sun, 09 Jul 2017 04:11:51 -0400

Of course it's alright. The Navy and Marines have been talking trash since 1775 and will continue to do so until the end of time.

Response by Cpl Armando Mireles made Jul 9 at 2017 10:56 AM

Cpl Armando Mireles — Sun, 09 Jul 2017 10:56:54 -0400

Heck, it's also unit by unit. No harm here!

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 9 at 2017 4:40 PM

Capt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 09 Jul 2017 16:40:27 -0400

What????
There is another branch?

Response by PVT Raymond Lopez made Jul 9 at 2017 9:17 PM

PVT Raymond Lopez — Sun, 09 Jul 2017 21:17:14 -0400

I think it has been going on since the charioteers started busting on the archers and oarsmen!! Soldiers and sailors have been telling anti-Marine Corps jokes since sin the Roman Empire they had Marines who wore green uniforms see "Strong Men Armed: The United States Marines Against Japan" by Robert Leckie.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 9 at 2017 10:34 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 09 Jul 2017 22:34:25 -0400

certainly a fun football tradition! Rivalries are part of military tradition as long it its done in fun. Another example is platoon rivalries in boot camp or cadet organizations and unit rivalries in competitions (be they athletic, drill or operational exercises) It promotes esprit d corps!

Response by SPC Erich Guenther made Jul 10 at 2017 2:58 AM

SPC Erich Guenther — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 02:58:50 -0400

I think older Veterans have to be careful of it and I did not learn the lesson until about 10 years ago I was ripping on the Marine Corps and someone pulled me aside via PM and told me I was really hurting the feelings of an Active Duty Marine Combat Veteran that looked up towards the 101st Airborne and was viewing what I was saying as representative of the feelings of the Division and he was really disappointed. Boy did I feel like crap. So I stopped doing it and explained to the younger guy I was just joking online and was only going after the older Vets of my era, meant no disrespect to the younger Vets. So that's where I learned when you get older in life you have to be careful what you say publicly because some take it seriously if they do not know you well.

Response by MSgt Steven Holt, NRP, CCEMT-P made Jul 10 at 2017 10:33 AM

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Response by SGT Dave Tracy made Jul 10 at 2017 4:01 PM

SGT Dave Tracy — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 16:01:00 -0400

My favorite on the subject!

Response by Cpl Justin Goolsby made Jul 10 at 2017 5:18 PM

Cpl Justin Goolsby — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 17:18:18 -0400

Of Course, as long as it's merely trash talk and all in good fun. Yes, we all serve, and part of serving is convincing yourself and others that you're in the baddest, strongest, most hardcore military branch. We all play our parts in the grand scheme of things.

The best policy though, don't dish it out if you can't take it in return.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 10 at 2017 7:00 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 19:00:34 -0400

It's OK, but never ever call a marine a jarhead. It's totally inappropriate ...

Because you can put something in a jar!

Response by AN Christopher Crayne made Jul 10 at 2017 7:10 PM

AN Christopher Crayne — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 19:10:20 -0400

I absolutely love the rivalry between branches. It shows the brotherly love we share and the respect for each other. I.e., bullet sponge,squid, jarhead, NAVY never again volunteer yourself. Etc. I t makes for humor and friendly rivalry. Solidifies us as One!

Response by CPT John Sheridan made Jul 10 at 2017 7:15 PM

CPT John Sheridan — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 19:15:07 -0400

Absolutely not! It is never OK to demean the other services. In the Army, I learned to respect all Jarheads, Squids, Zoomies, and Puddle Pirates.

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 11 at 2017 9:51 PM

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Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 30 at 2017 11:12 PM

CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 30 Jul 2017 23:12:17 -0400

Its all in good fun. :)

Response by SN Shawn Wilson made Jul 30 at 2017 11:22 PM

SN Shawn Wilson — Sun, 30 Jul 2017 23:22:49 -0400

hey that's part of the charm, we need a few ground pounders, jar-heads, swab jock, I really don't know what to call air-force what awaks

Response by SSG Warren Swan made Jul 31 at 2017 12:35 AM

SSG Warren Swan — Mon, 31 Jul 2017 00:35:42 -0400

Response by COL Charles Williams made Jul 31 at 2017 12:36 AM

COL Charles Williams — Mon, 31 Jul 2017 00:36:22 -0400

Sure... Why not?

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 31 at 2017 5:14 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 31 Jul 2017 05:14:27 -0400

Sir, are you just trying to stir the pot, but to answer your question, as long as it is all in good fun then there's no issues.

Response by SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth made Jul 31 at 2017 5:35 AM

SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth — Mon, 31 Jul 2017 05:35:01 -0400

As long as it's in jest, we all do it. But when it comes down to it, we all have respect for one another.

Response by SGT Michael May made Jul 31 at 2017 6:19 AM

SGT Michael May — Mon, 31 Jul 2017 06:19:11 -0400

Oh, I love talking trash about the other branches, but it's only trash. Deep down there's much love and respect for them even though they allow themselves to be tricked in joining a pansy part of the services.

Response by SSG Diane R. made Jul 31 at 2017 8:04 AM

SSG Diane R. — Mon, 31 Jul 2017 08:04:54 -0400

Generally no, although we used to tease the Marines at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama with our tailored cadence songs. It was all done in jest, and we would always pal around together after class.

Response by PO3 Steven Sherrill made Jul 31 at 2017 9:20 AM

PO3 Steven Sherrill — Mon, 31 Jul 2017 09:20:39 -0400

CW3 Private RallyPoint Member It is sibling rivalry. We tease we poke fun at each other's expense, shit the Army and Navy have turned it into an art form (literally) for the football game. The reality is when the bullets start flying all that goes away, it is all about protecting each other. I can pick on brothers and sisters, but if you do, that is your ass kind of mentality. Besides, why should we tease each other, when it is so much more fun to taunt the French!

Response by SSG Steven Mangus made Jul 31 at 2017 10:22 AM

SSG Steven Mangus — Mon, 31 Jul 2017 10:22:57 -0400

Sure it is. We are all on the same team in the end and if people are overly sensitive of get butt hurt about a little trash talk, we'll they are in the wrong line of work..so here is my trash talk..

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Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 2 at 2017 12:39 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 12:39:18 -0400

I was the first in a long time in my family to be Army. My dad was Air Force. We joke with each other a lot. I have friends in other branches. We will trash talk like crazy, but don't let someone that has never been military try to.

Response by SGT Patrick Reno made Aug 2 at 2017 12:49 PM

SGT Patrick Reno — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 12:49:59 -0400

Are you kidding. Not only is it ok, but it is expected. How else are the other branchs ever going to be as good as the Army. I am still trying to live down 30 years of shame for having my little brother join the Air Force

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 2 at 2017 12:53 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 12:53:01 -0400

Has anyone got any spare crayons? I need some snackage but can't leave my post...

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 2 at 2017 1:27 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 13:27:14 -0400

no it shows immaturity and disrespect.

Response by PO1 Leo Scott made Aug 2 at 2017 2:50 PM

PO1 Leo Scott — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 14:50:36 -0400

In our VFW post, we do it all of the time and are all great friends

Response by SGT James Murphy made Aug 2 at 2017 5:54 PM

SGT James Murphy — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 17:54:18 -0400

Ok, so there was this Marine walking along with a Sailor in the village and they saw a group of children playing with shit. the Marine asked them what they were doing. They Said. "We're making Sailors".. the Marine Laughed and looked at his buddy. The Sailor asked them Why Aren't You Making Marines? They replied... "Oh HELL! We don't have enough Shit for THAT!

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Response by LTC David L Thomas II made Aug 2 at 2017 10:06 PM

LTC David L Thomas II — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 22:06:54 -0400

I always razz other services and they razz me right back...good fun!!!

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CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 04:51:27 -0400

Yup...

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CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 04:53:08 -0400

This is why we can't have nice things...

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Response by SGT Eric Knutson made Aug 3 at 2017 5:48 AM

SGT Eric Knutson — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 05:48:47 -0400

Chief Stockham, you are an instigator and I thank you for it, and for the laughs that I needed today.

Response by AN Christopher Crayne made Aug 3 at 2017 5:22 PM

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Response by Cpl Ryan Berry made Aug 7 at 2017 3:39 PM

Cpl Ryan Berry — Mon, 07 Aug 2017 15:39:37 -0400

I totally agree nothing wrong with letting the other branches know that the USMC is damn fighting force in the world and rubbing their noses in it a little bit. But with that being said, don't forget to give praise to the others also. Hell, I was 0311 and we even had our own rivalries within the Corps. POGs, As I was meant "Marines who are riflemen first and are in a support MOS", and GRUNTs were constantly at each other with usually the POG saying "well you couldn't do your job without me". And when it gets to that feeling or butt hurt point, you have to know when to slap the brakes on a bit and at ease. As much as you might be tempted to say "oh really, how come we are eating crayons and still humping out of the SUCK after using rocks to kill the enemy? Maybe you need to do your job cause we still got ours done". All BS side I respect any brother/sister who takes that pledge and wants to serve, and I hand salute you. ALL BRANCHES HAVE HISTORY AND HEROS, and yes that means the air farce wieners also. In conclusion, kept it friendly and take time to show a little respect when letting them know who it is that has been keeping the wolf off the front porch since 1775, Semper FI

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Response by SGM Matthew Quick made Aug 11 at 2017 8:00 AM

SGM Matthew Quick — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 08:00:13 -0400

In today's society, it's never 'OK' to talk trash about any thing or any one--except our President.

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Response by TSgt Thomas Monaghan made Aug 11 at 2017 10:27 AM

TSgt Thomas Monaghan — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 10:27:49 -0400

Absolutely because at the end of day we all have each others backs.

Response by SSgt David Marks made Dec 29 at 2017 10:35 PM

SSgt David Marks — Fri, 29 Dec 2017 22:35:55 -0500

I agree with you CW2 Brad S. We are all brothers in arms.

Response by SSgt Thomas Hirschey made Dec 30 at 2017 4:33 PM

SSgt Thomas Hirschey — Sat, 30 Dec 2017 16:33:50 -0500

It is a tradition! Many has had things to say to me as a Marine but I grew up with a thick skin. I’ve worked with every branch during my years and do have a great respect for them.

Response by CW3 Jeff Held made Mar 26 at 2018 6:54 PM

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Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 28 at 2022 4:24 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:24:06 -0400

It's fine to poke fun. To actually think you're better than the other when in reality, we all need each other to win wars, is foolish.

Response by Amn Dale Preisach made Sep 28 at 2022 4:45 PM

Amn Dale Preisach — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:45:51 -0400

Chuck Norris was Air Force. Your branch is irrelevant. Lol

Response by Amn Dale Preisach made Sep 28 at 2022 4:59 PM

Amn Dale Preisach — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:59:31 -0400

The Former Navy Sailors are now, the Head waiter, The Local Doorman at the high-End Hotels, the Coasties get jobs as Pool boys after their hitch is up. The Army is still trying to find things.- they are those reality show players like In " Finding Bigfoot" , etc. the Marines go to work as Longshoremen , and meat packers.
Space forces are trying to find intelligence.
The Air Force, of course , are those middle Managers the Karen's all want to speak to.

Response by Anthony Logan made Sep 28 at 2022 8:03 PM

Anthony Logan — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 20:03:13 -0400

Idk but I've got no problem with trash-talking my own branch, the PHS Commissioned Corps, because our training/deployments are like vacations compared to what our DoD counterparts go through.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Sep 28 at 2022 8:24 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 20:24:49 -0400

Yes, the Marines will have 184,000 strength up to 2025 but their vision is sans amphibious operations. I guess the army needs to pick up the slack? If the army does pick up amphibious operations does that mean the army will ride in navy ships? What will the marines do? Watch the army conduct amphibious operations from ships and islands? If the army is fighting in two theaters by itself and have to conduct amphibious operations, perhaps we should just get rid of the marines. Surely, we don't want them to get neck cramps as the army takes the lead and is the sole ground warfighter.

Response by MSG Raymond Davis made Oct 4 at 2022 11:21 AM

MSG Raymond Davis — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 11:21:25 -0400

As long as it's done with no harm intended, I think it is ok. I have done it many times in jest and it has been taken that way.

Response by A1C Medrick "Rick" DeVaney made Oct 4 at 2022 6:38 PM

A1C Medrick "Rick" DeVaney — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 18:38:08 -0400

In Jest?
Then "HELL YES"...
I Was a Very Proud Airman,
Serving In SAC,
But I Made Fun of US
By Telling People. If They'd Ask,
"No, I've Never Been In The Military Service,
I Joined The Air Force, In Stead."
They'd Either Laugh Like Hell,
Or In Confusion Stand There
With a Blank Look On Their Face!!

Response by SGT(P) Jody Hall made Oct 5 at 2022 9:55 AM

SGT(P) Jody Hall — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 09:55:56 -0400

My father in-law is Navy combat vet (destroyers). My Uncle is a Seal (Navy not USMC) They tease me Army, and the USMC, Sometimes Coast guard and the USAF. I teas him back about the NAVY, sometimes with him on USMC or the USAF.

It is all in good fun. We understand the need, and appreciate the unique missions each service has...
As long as it is not mean or getting into a fight like some do at bars etc after drinking too much LOL.
I think mostly we ALL appreciate one another in the different branches of service.
Having said that...
I love the AF... I am Airborne so they take me where I need to go.
Can't swim well so leave it to the Navy that "Thinks" they do everything.
Respect the USMC, they work hard, in places I don't go to. Better them than me :D

CG. WHY OH WHY did I not join the CG. Right, No Airborne Sapper leaders there...
They are probably still DOT right ? :D snicker. Love them too.
I love when we all get together and can laugh with one another over our services.
(¬‿¬)

Response by SSgt Michael Bowen made Oct 10 at 2022 1:00 AM

SSgt Michael Bowen — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 01:00:25 -0400

Trash talk about other branches is all in good fun , we make fun of them they make fun of us . Civilians have not served . So in my opinion they have not earned the right to trash talk any branch of the service as they have not served in any . My favorite is 180 sailors go down under the sea in a sub and six months later 90 coupes come back up .

Response by Cpl George Matousek made Oct 31 at 2022 11:11 AM

Cpl George Matousek — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 11:11:54 -0400

Marine Vet, I think is ok in jest only, we are all brothers.

Response by MSG Kenneth Bucy made Nov 6 at 2022 3:47 PM

MSG Kenneth Bucy — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 15:47:08 -0500

all day every day, lol

Response by SSG Shawn Mcfadden made Nov 20 at 2022 6:05 AM

SSG Shawn Mcfadden — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 06:05:41 -0500

As long as it is realized that we are all on the same team.

Response by LTC Dallas Powell made Nov 30 at 2022 2:40 PM

LTC Dallas Powell — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 14:40:37 -0500

Yes.

Next question.

Response by SPC Tamara Trammell made Nov 30 at 2022 5:55 PM

SPC Tamara Trammell — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 17:55:55 -0500

Trash talk? Never!
I stick to the facts. If the facts just happen to sound like trash talk, it's not my fault you joined the wrong branch.

Response by SGT James Colbert made Dec 1 at 2022 8:44 AM

SGT James Colbert — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 08:44:33 -0500

within respectable limits.... because we all fight win and die under one flag ..and we are bleed the same color. Unless your navy ..and we sink your battleship this week

Response by CPL William Koscher made Dec 1 at 2022 5:25 PM

CPL William Koscher — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 17:25:45 -0500

Of course it is!!!! Never knew a person that didn't talk trash to a brother or sister!!!! Bless their hearts!!!

Response by TSgt Robert Holmes made Dec 3 at 2022 11:06 AM

TSgt Robert Holmes — Sat, 03 Dec 2022 11:06:02 -0500

Yes, but only in humor and good taste.

Response by CPO Jack De Merit made Dec 3 at 2022 5:38 PM

CPO Jack De Merit — Sat, 03 Dec 2022 17:38:00 -0500

I have never understood why Marines always bad mouth the Navy. Without the Navy, Marines would not have food, medical care or a paycheck. it would be identical to someone bad mouthing their boss and thinking it is OK and they will not get fired. The Print Shop I ran aboard an Aircraft Carrier was next to the Brig. When you came down our ladder you were going to one of us. If it was the Brig you would have an escort. In spite of the workload I had, there were many evenings whenI had to wait for the Flight Plans to come down for copies and the Marine guarding the Brig and I would have many friendly conversations and sometimes play games. They all liked me so much they helped me to sharpen my shooting skills and qualify for the Expert Pistol and Rifle Medals. With my friendship with a Police Lieutenant, I helped them qualify for Range Master. I have learned that we are all human beings. It does not matter where you were born and educated and it does not matter whether you are BLACK, BROWN, RED, YELLOW or WHITE, we are all humans and deserve the same respect.

Response by Cpl Len Rybicki made Dec 4 at 2022 12:53 AM

Cpl Len Rybicki — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:53:09 -0500

Yes, don’t siblings talk trash about each other?

Response by MAJ William Newton made Dec 4 at 2022 7:49 AM

MAJ William Newton — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 07:49:16 -0500

It's fun.

Response by MAJ William Newton made Dec 4 at 2022 7:49 AM

MAJ William Newton — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 07:49:38 -0500

It's fun.

Response by MAJ William Newton made Dec 4 at 2022 8:27 AM

MAJ William Newton — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 08:27:01 -0500

I am laughing out loud at the comments and memes posted here. Love you guys and gals.

Response by SPC Rick Price made Dec 4 at 2022 3:28 PM

SPC Rick Price — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 15:28:07 -0500

Only in fun.

Response by MAJ Gregory Moon made Dec 4 at 2022 9:00 PM

MAJ Gregory Moon — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 21:00:47 -0500

You mean when the Air Force guy talks bout being on 9 deployments and remind them them that that's 3 Army deployments or ask what it's like to wear your PT uniform for whole deployment :)

Response by Sgt Michael Betts made Dec 4 at 2022 10:42 PM

Sgt Michael Betts — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 22:42:40 -0500

My older brother joined the U.S. Army in 1963 and I enlisted in the Marine Corps a year later. That's when it started, and it hasn't stopped since. Both of us are Vietnam veterans. The ragging is constant and unmerciful, each jibe funnier than the last. Neither of us would want it any other way.

Response by SPC Jon Kelly made Dec 5 at 2022 6:59 PM

SPC Jon Kelly — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 18:59:06 -0500

It's OK to make fun of our brother force members because we all know that if push came to shove we would die for each other.

Response by 1SG Rene Davis made Dec 5 at 2022 10:22 PM

1SG Rene Davis — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 22:22:23 -0500

Ummmm…YEAH!!

Response by SMSgt Michael Gleason made Dec 8 at 2022 5:22 PM

SMSgt Michael Gleason — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 17:22:06 -0500

"Okay"? Isn't it EXPECTED?! It's the old "Chevy vs. Ford" conundrum, and "Pride in Self", yet let any "outsider" put anyone down, and the "Department of Defense's Defenders" will spring into the fray!

Response by MAJ Lyle F. Padilla made Dec 13 at 2022 10:51 PM

MAJ Lyle F. Padilla — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 22:51:00 -0500

All well and good as long as all parties keep aware of the boundaries between good-natured ribbing between the services and knocking fellow servicemembers.

And keep out any civilians, especially people who think they can interject their two cents’ worth into a perfectly friendly interservice rivalry ribbing, just because their second cousin once removed’s husband served.

Response by SSG Joseph Branham made Dec 19 at 2022 12:06 AM

SSG Joseph Branham — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 00:06:59 -0500

Giving the other services a hard time is fine. I do it all the time. I expect the same in return. BUT.........mine is directed at the SERVICE not the individual. I would never disrespect a Veteran.

Response by SSG Eric Eck made Jan 4 at 2023 12:35 PM

SSG Eric Eck — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 12:35:39 -0500

My daughter was dating a Marine. When I met him I told him he didn't have to tell us every 15 minutes he was a Marine, we already knew. The fucker waited 15 minutes and said " by the way, did I tell you, I'm a Marine?"

Response by CPT David Medley made Jan 4 at 2023 9:16 PM

CPT David Medley — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 21:16:43 -0500

If it's in good , friendly terms; We are Brother's and sisters in arms ! Respect and trust and Honer !

Response by PVT Michele Bowman made Jan 4 at 2023 10:19 PM

PVT Michele Bowman — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 22:19:23 -0500

I don't think it is okay. We should always be showing love, kindness because too many people are taking their lives today.

Response by PO2 Mike Keyes made Jan 15 at 2023 1:14 PM

PO2 Mike Keyes — Sun, 15 Jan 2023 13:14:41 -0500

No, it is NOT "okay". It is a job requirement. Part of your oath. You are required by law to poje fun at dogfaces, jarheads, squids and the Chairfarce. Maybe some day we'll even accept the Knee-Deep Navy as military and think of a way razz them.

Response by SR Michael Hamilton made Jan 19 at 2023 12:47 AM

SR Michael Hamilton — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 00:47:56 -0500

We all know if it wasn't for the Navy the Marines wouldn't have gotten there first

Response by CPL Ludwig Stines made Jan 19 at 2023 4:10 PM

CPL Ludwig Stines — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 16:10:03 -0500

Say what? Whats the problem ???? I Love ALL my brothers in arms!!!!

Response by SFC Casey O'Mally made Jan 19 at 2023 5:14 PM

SFC Casey O'Mally — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 17:14:11 -0500

No, it is not OK.

It is awesome.

Response by CWO3 Robert Fong made Jan 22 at 2023 8:38 AM

CWO3 Robert Fong — Sun, 22 Jan 2023 08:38:35 -0500

Mr, Stockham, good natured rivalry has existed as long as this nation has existed; however, the key words are "good natured" to wit the Army-Navy Game and the Navy-Coast Guard ribbing. The line is drawn when one's comments are intended to create emotions that end in fist-a-cuffs.

Response by 1SG Steven Malkowski made Jan 25 at 2023 9:50 AM

1SG Steven Malkowski — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 09:50:13 -0500

It's not only OK. It should be a required course in each service's basic training. All in fun, no butt hurts allowed.

Response by CPT John Bower made Feb 1 at 2023 5:51 PM

CPT John Bower — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 17:51:52 -0500

I agree, but after all is said and done, we are still one force.

Response by SSG Douglas Shaffer made Feb 7 at 2023 1:18 PM

SSG Douglas Shaffer — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 13:18:42 -0500

Do we have to include Space Force? I mean is it going to be a pesky little brother that keeps following you around crying, "Mama said I'm a Big Boy now!"

Response by MSG Paul L. Ruiz made Feb 7 at 2023 4:58 PM

MSG Paul L. Ruiz — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 16:58:02 -0500

We that have served and are serving our United States of America, are brethren, connected by Duty, Honor, and Country; and as family, we rattle each other’s chains, and like on the battlefield, I got their back, to the death!

Response by SSG Watis Ekthuvapranee made Feb 8 at 2023 8:06 AM

SSG Watis Ekthuvapranee — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 08:06:19 -0500

- If you want to trash talk someone, make sure you do it in front of them.
- Do unto others as you wish unto you.
- Think of the consequence before you speak.
- When you throw a punch, expect a few punches coming your way.
- ...

Question? Comment? Get in line.

Response by SPC Wayne Robinson made Feb 9 at 2023 8:52 AM

SPC Wayne Robinson — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 08:52:02 -0500

Yes... except about the Coast Guard (because they're not a real branch)

Response by SPC Wayne Robinson made Feb 9 at 2023 8:52 AM

SPC Wayne Robinson — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 08:52:49 -0500

Yes - except for the Coast Guard (because they're not a real branch) LOL

Response by PO2 W Scott Decker made Feb 9 at 2023 8:53 AM

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Response by SPC Frank Lacy made Feb 9 at 2023 9:09 AM

SPC Frank Lacy — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 09:09:24 -0500

NO, not if you expect them to have your back!!
I served with all but coast guard in IRAQ, and Several other Nations. BAD MOUTHING is a NO GO.

Response by CPT Earl George made Feb 9 at 2023 10:30 PM

CPT Earl George — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 22:30:50 -0500

Depending upon your job and branch of service, You may be lucky just to run into a member from another branch of service. Remember we are all working toward a common goal. You may never know; the toes you step on today, may be attached to the ass you have to kiss tomorrow.

Response by SGT M C made Feb 11 at 2023 2:47 PM

SGT M C — Sat, 11 Feb 2023 14:47:05 -0500

"Is it ok" Now just who is it you are asking permision of and why?
First what do you mean by trash?
Secondl, You can say anythig you want without asking permission from some "Higher Authority' which is exactly what we don't want based on our constitution.
THird.... Well there is no third it stops at 2nd!

Response by SFC John Gilmore made Feb 12 at 2023 11:33 AM

SFC John Gilmore — Sun, 12 Feb 2023 11:33:09 -0500

PARATROOPERS (Because even Marines need someone to look up to)
Yep...I said it lol!

Response by PO3 Tamara LeMay made Feb 13 at 2023 12:50 PM

PO3 Tamara LeMay — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:50:43 -0500

We should appreciate and respect each branch equally.

Happy Valentines Day❤️

Response by A1C Jj Birchard made Mar 6 at 2023 8:20 AM

A1C Jj Birchard — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 08:20:59 -0500

I worked in the military industrial complex after my service. 90% of us were out of the military branches and we still chided each other all the years we worked together. I was ex-USAF and an ex-Marine always told me the USAF was a halfway house for sniveling draft dodgers. I of course had a few of my own for him. I am 81 now and we are still good friends. We both served and love our country.

Response by SSG John Mercer made Apr 19 at 2023 10:43 PM

SSG John Mercer — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 22:43:20 -0400

Of course, it's called inter-service rivalry... revelry? ...ribaldry? Anyway, we've all been through the same crap and busting each other's chops is part of the "brotherhood/sisterhood.

Response by SSG Neil Arnold made Apr 21 at 2023 10:48 AM

SSG Neil Arnold — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:48:37 -0400

100% Love Since day one . Messing with my Marine an Navy Brother's. But God help anyone out there . That step to any of them......We can talk about each other only !! We Love AMERICA

Response by SMSgt Kevin Townsend made Apr 29 at 2023 1:28 PM

SMSgt Kevin Townsend — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 13:28:24 -0400

I know the Army guy on the right and the Navy guy on the left. I think the guy in the center is a Marine. The feather on his hat is a dead give-away. :)

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made May 1 at 2023 2:50 PM

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 01 May 2023 14:50:35 -0400

Yes.