Should Army and Marines (or components of) consolidate?

No disrespect to any branch of the military but as a former Marine we earned that title. Each branch has their own function and that’s how it should be left. I would think those who have earned the Green Beret would say the same thing. Once a Marine always a Marine!

Obviously, the person who asks the question doesn't understand the purpose of the Marines or the Army.

Absolutely NOT!!!! Not that it is even going to happen, but for arguments sake. Having been a Soldier for a good part of my life, including my Father, Brothers and Son I say. We, the Armed forces of the United States are a unique and unparalleled group of Men and Women. My Uncle was a United States Marine WWII Korea Viet Nam and I absolutely adored him AND the Marines. My path was different but I can say. There is NO better ARMY in the world but the U.S. Army and all it's Field Armies, Corps, Divisions both Infantry and Armor, Brigades, Airborne, Rangers, Special Forces, and every Medic, Engineer, MP, cook and clerk and all the rest. And, we have our own History and customs within each of those formations. But, how could America exist without our beloved Marine Corps? It can't and I can say clearly and proudly that I WANT THE MARINES! I want them to continue their proud traditions and history because it is part of Americas history. Finally, I want the Marines because, they are MARINES! Semper Fi! From a Solider! (This We'll Defend)

NO! We are a different in many ways. No offense to my brothers and sisters in the Army. We don't just give out ribbons for throwing a grenade in boot camp. Our history is not the same nor is our ranking system. We don't call everyone who is E-5 and above "Sarge". They are called by the rank. E-5 is Sergeant, E-6 Staff Sergeant and so on.

The few the proud

He'll no

We are brothers in arms no matter which branch we serve in. Each of us have our own unique job to do. Keep it that way

Leave the Navy/MC alone. The Air Force should be put back under the Army. Since It's separation it has never understood it's role. Support of ground forces/air superiority.

No!! The Marines are nothing like the Army except in the event of JUST ground combat. They specialize in amphibious assault and first in!!! To me the difference in Marines and Army is like asking an Air Force pilot to land on a Carrier, in the air it’s the same job but taking off and landing are two different things!! And that’s just my opinion!!

The variety of branches provides greater diversity of thought and way of conducting defense operations. This makes it more challenging to attack us as a nation.