Posted on May 28, 2014
Should Army and Marines (or components of) consolidate?
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Think objectively. Traditions, camaraderie aside. Both are somewhat similarly more combat-oriented than USN or USAF. Answer practically without putting down either one of them.
PS: Yes, some are taunting about USN and USAF consolidation or Air Force return to Army Air Corps. My take on that if it's practical, lessen bureaucracy, and make for a smoother communications pipeline amongst the DoD components, why not? Again, camaraderie and traditions aside for a min.
PS: Yes, some are taunting about USN and USAF consolidation or Air Force return to Army Air Corps. My take on that if it's practical, lessen bureaucracy, and make for a smoother communications pipeline amongst the DoD components, why not? Again, camaraderie and traditions aside for a min.
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The Army already has shared commands with the Air Force, so I think a merger of the two would be more possible than anything else. The Marines has a dedicated mission other than combat, guarding the U.S. Embassies and protecting our Navy vessels. I don't believe a merger between the two would be advantageous in any way.
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I am totally against it. The USMC not only has a great tradition but is by far the world's best fighting force, bar none
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The Marine Corp is traditionally trained for the specialities of shipboard security and amphibious assault. These are important specialties. All emotional shit aside, the Marines and the Navy are still a better for than the Army. No disrespect to our dry land brothers but the Marines would not benefit, in my opinion, from that consolidation. If "combat orientation" was the most important aspect, why are the SEALS one of the world's greatest combat forces? Marine tradition, should be preserved. The air Force grew out of the army. It was never nessesarily a good fit.
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If anything is going to be consolidated, they should consolidate every branch into the marine corps.
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I was the scribe in boot camp. At one time or another, there were 108 guys in our platoon. At graduation, there were 39 of us that received the EGA. The Marine Corps is an elite group with more stringent requirements and a different mission from the army. What would be accomplished by combining the two? There would still be a Department of the Navy, so we're not eliminating a service branch. If it ain't broke .....
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Having been in the 101st, I understand pride in your unit. I don't think the Marines or the Army would ever get past the emotional attachment for their branch of the service. It may make financial sense but I don't think you could get it work.
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Never... throughout hostory The United States Maine Corps has been held to a standard above all others. Not everyone has what it takes to become a Marine or even be considered for a slot to Bootcamp. Its not about numbers for those who make the cut. Its The Few, The Proud for a reason
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