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Considering joining

 

I am a freshman in high school, and am considering joining the military after I graduate.

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Proud Marine Family

 

Being a parent is an honor that is given to us by our own choices, but a Marine parent is a decision that we are honored by with our children's choices. Our son Cpl-Manny enlisted in the USMC on July 18th,2005.

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Discussion Topics

 

Becoming a Marine can be a life-changing decision, and it’s perhaps one of the first adult decisions your son or daughter will make. Talking about it will help you understand his or her reasons to become a Marine.

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Pen or the Pencil

 

My first meeting with my recruiter. I was nervous and scared. The recruiter placed a pen and a pencil on his desk. "Kirk, do you want your life journey to be written in pen or pencil?" "I don't know, sir.

Author: Former Marine

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Recruit training

 

My son left on 04/24/12 to boot camp he's my first child.

Author: Mother of a Marine

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Your Role

 

As a parent or educator, you’ve laid the foundation of character that has led your son, daughter or student to consider the Marine Corps.

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For Uncertain Parents

 

I wrote this letter while my son was still at Parris Island and am proud to say my son is now a Marine: ------------------- August 21, 2008 Dear Parents, You have begun a new phase in your life: learning to let go of your child.

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No Recognition for Those Enlisting from High School

 

I'll never forget the day my son came to me and announced his desire to enlist in the US Marines. It was Monday, February 14, 2011. Valentine's Day.

Author: Mother of a Marine

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Proud Father

 

Today my son left for San Diego 07/24/2011. The journey up to this point has made me prouder then ever and I'm sure there are more proud moments ahead. From a young kid who had no direction in life, (not even graduating H.S.

Author: Father of a Marine

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Why the Marines?

 

Service in the Marine Corps appeals to sons, daughters or students like yours for many reasons, including selfless service, pride, legacy, challenge, and a sense of belonging.

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