Questions and CORRECT Answers
Discuss the origin of the Marine Corps (section 101) - CORRECT ANSWER - 10 Nov
1775, Tun Tavern Philadelphia following the resolution of the Continental Congress that raised 2
Battalions of Marines.
Semper Fidelis (Section 101) - CORRECT ANSWER - Official USMC Moto, Always
Faithful
Adopted 1883.
Describe the USMC Emblem and its significance. (Section 101) - CORRECT ANSWER -
Eagle- Pride of the Country
Globe- Global Service
Fouled Anchor- Signifies maritime traditions
Eagle standing on the western hemisphere, with a scroll with the USMC Moto "Semper Fidelis"
Adopted by BG Jacob Zeilin 1868 from the British Marines.
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Leatherneck - CORRECT ANSWER - Leather stock around neck to protect from saber
slashes, side effect kept the head errect.
Worn 1775-1875
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USMC Nickname Devil dog - CORRECT ANSWER - German "Teufelhunden"
, Earned WWI (1918) Battle of Belleau Wood".
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espirit de corps - CORRECT ANSWER - Latin for: The spirit of the unit
Epitome of pride in a unit
Devotion and Loyalty
Deep regard for history,traditions and honor of the unit.
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"Uncommon valor was a common virtue" - CORRECT ANSWER - Quote from Admiral
Nimitz
During the battle for Iwo Jima , in regard to the marines fighting.
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What was the significance of Iwo Jima - CORRECT ANSWER - Largest ALL Marine
battle in history
70,000 of all these marines 1/4 were killed or wounded.
Raising of the flag on Mt Suribachi
Feb 8- Mar 26, 1945
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