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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Yeah.... im going to have to say NO.
I AM a Marine. I not IN the army. There is a HUGE difference between a Marine and an Army Soldier. MOST NOTABLY our training.
regardless if our Mission is somewhat the same, Marines will always be trained to a greater standard.
Why isn't the position reversed ? Why are we not Transitioning the Marine Corps to its over Branch Entirely and Absorbing the Army ? seems to make more sense to integrate into the Better Trained Individual -
Just my opinion
I AM a Marine. I not IN the army. There is a HUGE difference between a Marine and an Army Soldier. MOST NOTABLY our training.
regardless if our Mission is somewhat the same, Marines will always be trained to a greater standard.
Why isn't the position reversed ? Why are we not Transitioning the Marine Corps to its over Branch Entirely and Absorbing the Army ? seems to make more sense to integrate into the Better Trained Individual -
Just my opinion
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1SG Michael Blount
@Sgt Alezander Ruiz - I was thinking more like integrating the two - that's how I read the question, anyway.
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No they should not. 2 Different Services with 2 different Mission. each trained to high standards based on there organization. I served in a joint Organization in Iraq as the CSM with all Service and foreign countries
under our Command. And I tell you they are all unique in their mission. One is not trained better then the other.
under our Command. And I tell you they are all unique in their mission. One is not trained better then the other.
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I could debate both sides. I have been out for twenty years so my thoughts may not reflect the current climate.
Yes, it would reduce duplication of higher ranking officials and utilize active and reserve soldiers to their full capacity.
No, the Marines are trained at a different level then the Army is in my opinion. Specialized. Extremely close comradeship that is required for missions beyond the scope of regular Army training. Yes the Army has the Special Forces and Rangers. So if the two were to merge I would assume the Special Forces and Rangers would be the placement for most Marines.
Yes, it would reduce duplication of higher ranking officials and utilize active and reserve soldiers to their full capacity.
No, the Marines are trained at a different level then the Army is in my opinion. Specialized. Extremely close comradeship that is required for missions beyond the scope of regular Army training. Yes the Army has the Special Forces and Rangers. So if the two were to merge I would assume the Special Forces and Rangers would be the placement for most Marines.
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Without getting into too much detail... er without getting into any detail at all... NO! But thanks for asking.
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No, there is a certain swagger that you get after completing basic training in any of the branches that never go away. Trying to tie all of those together appears nothing but problematic and may take years to over-come.
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The answer is NO. We each have our Mission, we should be left alone to do it. It has worked for 240 years. It's always the Army that wants to do away with the Marines. I think you are jealous and want to remove the opposition. If you can't beat the Marines you always try to figure out a way to get rid of us. Get over yourselves and try to make the Army better not try to pull another service down to your level.
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SGT Mike Marino
I don't think the Army is trying to get Rid of the Marines. If anything, Why cant we start another Branch???
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