Marine Corps Reflective Essay

On November 10th, 1775, the Continental Congress passed a resolution that stated "two Battalions of Marines be raised", which established the Continental Marines, and is now considered the birth date of the Marines. The newly formed Continental Marines served on both land and sea, and took part in many major engagements, which helped establish them as an important branch of the Armed Forces. The first Commandant of the Continental Marines was Captain Samuel Nicholas, who was born in Philadelphia in 1744. He was commissioned to be a “Captain of Marines” by the 2nd Continental Congress on November 5th 1775. Nicholas soon established Tun Tavern as the recruiting headquarters. Tun Tavern’s owner, Robert Mullen, was so successful at recruiting

Marine Corps Order P1020.34G. This one order clearly explains every uniform regulation the Marine Corps has. It goes into to detail on everything from hair color to boots and utilities. From chevron placement to shaven faces. It not only explains the male uniform regulations, but female uniform regulations as well. In this essay, I will explain go over specifically grooming standards for both male and female marines, why the marine corps has uniform regulations in the first place, and what these uniform regulations mean to me as a lance corporal of marines. Let’s start out with grooming standards. What are they you ask? Well the grooming standards go into specific detail about how marines need to look. Hair has to be neat and closely

The US Army, on the other hand, is the primary ground-based military forces. As such, the US Army captures and holds

men Marines!” As soon as that was said four ferocious looking men wearing the most sharp pressed, clean; crisp looking BDU’s (Battle Dress Uniform) I have ever

Earning the rank of NCO in the Marine Corps is a difficult feat and it is the mentor’s job to guide his mentees on a path that would have them attain not only the next rank but also any goals they may have set out for themselves. No one can put the mentorship program in any better words than Gen John A. Lejeune himself. He once said “One must put himself in the place of those whom he would lead; he must have a full understanding of their thoughts, their attitude, their emotions, their aspirations, and their ideals; and he must embody in his/her own character the virtues which he would instill into the hearts of his/her followers.”. Which in my interpretation I believe him to be saying Not only does the Marine

No matter if you stay in for one enlistment or two, the depth of the Marine Corps is unknown so knowledge will continuously flow and it is endless. All Marines get taught the basics of being a leader in entry level training, but only a few can react to help form their trait into an elite skill only for them. In order to become the elite you have to build a "Foundation of Values" (pg.31) so that respect in all aspects will become evident between the followers and their leader(s). While setting the example it does not matter what rank you are, you still show that the standards that you hold will reflect on who you are as a person and a Marine. Each Marine chooses how their standards and ways will become beneficial not only to the Marine Corps, but to themselves also. Why do ethics make conducting a moment of decision making so hard? At some point and time every Marine will come to a point in their career or life where the grey area will be the path they choose, but will not think that it is the right way. Moral and ethic dilemmas are common more and more each day. Every Marine is taught to be the toughest both physically, and mentally.

The United States military is the strongest in the world. Protecting our country with the latest technology, machinery, pride, and soldiers who give everything for this great nation. The Navy and Coast Guard patrolling our seas, the Air Force protecting us from the sky. But what about the U.S Army and Marine Corps, what are there jobs in protecting America? I can tell you there is not a huge difference but enough to make them different. After reading this paper you will have a better understanding of these two branches from their training, jobs, and values.

It was a warm summer evening as I packed for Navy Boot Camp. I carefully went down the list of things I could take and ensured I didn’t have anything else. A little nervous I went to talk to my parents about my move to becoming my own man. I looked at their faces and could tell that although they were proud they were a little nervous about their only son leaving home for the first time. My mom tried to smile but she was proud yet nervous because I had always been her little guy so she was having a hard time letting go. After a short conversation with my parents I decided to try and rest for the long journey ahead.

November 10, 1775, is revered as being the Marine Corps birthday, and its birthplace being at Tun Tavern, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Continental Congress met at Tun Tavern, to establish two battalions of Continental Marines, under the command of Cpt. Samuel Nicholas, as an amphibious fighting force who would later in March of 1776, participate in their first foreign raid, in the Bahamas (www.globalsecurity.org ). After the Treaty of Paris

It is necessary for military professionals to take the time to study military history, for it aids in not only their personal success but also in the success of the mission at hand. When one understands past failures and the causes, they are able to better wage what necessary actions must be taken to achieve success. Also knowledge is power. The more information a NCO has, the greater ability he has to make decisions which will allow him and his team to operate in a more safe and effective manner. By combining past success and failures with personal experiences, a NCO is better equipped for quick and effective decision making.

In the United States, soldiers are currently returning home from war broken and scarred. While some physical wounds are clearly visible others are often hidden/invisible to the naked eye, but men and women proudly wear these wounds as a badge of courage and honor for protecting our nation. These men and women come home rightfully expecting help, assistance and care and get hit with the reality of poor care from the Veteran Health Administration and Department of Defense.

If accepted into CSULB’s MSW program, I have already made arrangement in relocating down to Long Beach; whether it may be until the completion of the program, or as permanent status. I have already made an agreement with specific family members who are more than willing to welcome me into their home to live as I attend school. Since my studies are very important and are a priority, I have been given the privilege to be able to live free of charge so that I may be able to focus on my studies. With that news, it will give me the opportunity to focus and spend more time primarily on my studies along with internship hours leaving me the privilege to only need to work a part-time job that if flexible with my schedule of class and internship so that

I remember the moment I learned about the Peace Corps and the overwhelming desire I had to join. That was fifteen years ago and my longing to be a part of your mission is just as strong as it was all those years ago. I have been working for corporations since I was 14 years old and during my career I had convinced myself that I was making lives easier for the employees and in turn they went home and took care of their families with a little less stress. If I could make their day a little bit better by giving them the tools to do their job more efficient with less pressure, I did well. I was raising a family and needed the salary of the corporations to provide for them even though my heart was less and less in it. Now that my children are young adults I find that I ask myself everyday how can I help people, how can I contribute, and on a selfish note, how can I feel good every night when I go to sleep.

I manage the Management & Operating (M&0) Programs to include processes, functions & procedures. I manage a total of 40 M&O slots, & work closely with the Program Liaison’s & POC in Mgmt. & Budget to ensure all agreements reflect current year, verbiage is accurate & site/lab concurrence is received. I submit final agreements to DNN’s front office for approval. I maintain all M&O agreements & create monthly spreadsheets reflecting current, new & departing M&O’s, agreements due to expire & renewals. I ensure all communication regarding M&O status is updated & distributed weekly. I aid the Program Liaison’s in staying on task with processes & procedures, ensuring agreements & move sheets are completed & received within the allotted time frame. Once concurrence is received, I e-mail final agreements for distribution. I reviewed & analyzed the FY16 M&O staffing report to determine how many M&O Contractors are needed based upon organizational needs & work demands. I participate in M&O tag-ups with MB to discuss updates, procedures, guidance & policy.

I have a genuine desire to work with and help people who are in need of the services provided by mental health professionals. As a leader in the military, I was often put in, or found myself in situations where people sought me out and looked to me for guidance and advice on what they should or shouldn’t do. I found that I enjoyed this role because it was an opportunity to help people and hopefully get them on the path that was best for them. I felt this was what I was meant to do. My military experiences also afforded me the opportunity to meet and work with a diverse population which has given me an open-minded perspective about people, their culture, and beliefs. I believe my time in the military has instilled in me a sense of duty, honor