http://www.leatherneck.com/forums Marine Corps Community for USMC Marine Veterans. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:18:09 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/images_ln/misc/rss.jpg http://www.leatherneck.com/forums http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91269&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:12:31 GMT Hello All,

New Doc onboard, wanted to say Hi. My son, MontezumaCpl referred me here. I'm a fomer Doc and retired Navy. He tells me this is a great website, so I hope to see you all here, if I can figure out this crazy computer.

Semper Fi,

ps. dont forget to change those socks!

SokDok ]]> SokDok http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91269 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91264&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:39:57 GMT I graduated the scout sniper basic course in Hawaii back in 2005, and on my DD 214, under Box 14, military education, it has the course listed as... I graduated the scout sniper basic course in Hawaii back in 2005, and on my DD 214, under Box 14, military education, it has the course listed as being completed. But under Box 11, primary mos, the 8541 mos is not listed, all that is listed there is 0331 and 0933. Is this because back then 8541 wasn't a primary specialty?

Not that this matters at all, I still have my graduation certificate and I'm not planning on obtaining any kind of job where that info is needed, but I would appreciate if there are any 8541's out there who could take a look at their DD 214 and let me know if theirs is the same.

Thanks ]]> Open Squad Bay dvdclgr http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91264 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91263&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:26:00 GMT Does anyone know anything about Lincoln Military Housing? My husband said that he did not think it was around when he was in before. Is it different... Does anyone know anything about Lincoln Military Housing? My husband said that he did not think it was around when he was in before. Is it different than regular base housing? Better? Anyone live in them? Like them? Recommend them? ]]> Marine Spouse thewife http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91263 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91262&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:02:28 GMT *_VA Press Release Nov 19, 09 Study of women veterans of Vietnam War_* WASHINGTON (Nov. 19, 2009) -Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki... VA Press Release Nov 19, 09 Study of women veterans of Vietnam War


WASHINGTON (Nov. 19, 2009) -Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K.
Shinseki announced the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is launching
a comprehensive study of women Veterans who served in the military
during the Vietnam War to explore the effects of their military service
upon their mental and physical health.

"One of my top priorities is to meet the needs of women Veterans," said
Secretary Shinseki. "Our Veterans have earned the very best care. VA
realizes that women Veterans require specialized programs, and this
study will help VA provide high-quality care for women Veterans of the
Vietnam era."

The study, which begins in November and lasts more than four years, will
contact approximately 10,000 women in a mailed survey, telephone
interview and a review of their medical records.

As women Vietnam Veterans approach their mid-sixties, it is important to
understand the impact of wartime deployment on health and mental
outcomes nearly 40 years later. The study will assess the prevalence of
post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental and physical
health conditions for women Vietnam Veterans, and explore the
relationship between PTSD and other conditions.

VA will study women Vietnam Veterans who may have had direct exposure to
traumatic events, and for the first time, study those who served in
facilities near Vietnam. These women may have had similar, but less
direct exposures. Both women Veterans who receive their health care
from VA and those who receive health care from other providers will be
contacted to determine the prevalence of a variety of health conditions.

About 250,000 women Veterans served in the military during the Vietnam
War and about 7,000 were in or near Vietnam. Those who were in Vietnam,
those who served elsewhere in Southeast Asia and those who served in the
United States are potential study participants.

The study represents to date the most comprehensive examination of a
group of women Vietnam Veterans, and will be used to shape future
research on women Veterans in future wars. Such an understanding will
lay the groundwork for planning and providing appropriate services for
women Veterans, as well as for the aging Veteran population today.

Women Veterans are one of the fastest growing segments of the Veteran
population. There are approximately 1.8 million women Veterans among
the nation's total of 23 million living Veterans. Women comprise 7.8
percent of the total Veteran population and nearly 5.5 percent of all
Veterans who use VA health care services. VA estimates women Veterans
will constitute 10.5 percent of the Veteran population by 2020 and 9.5
percent of all VA patients.

In recent years, VA has undertaken a number of initiatives to create or
enhance services for women Veterans, including the implementation of
comprehensive primary care throughout the nation, staffing every VA
medical center with a women Veterans program manager, supporting a
multifaceted research program on women's health, improving communication
and outreach to women Veterans, and continuing the operation of
organizations like the Center for Women Veterans and the Women Veterans
Health Strategic Healthcare Group.

The study, to be managed by VA's Cooperative Studies Program, is
projected to cost $5.6 million. ]]> Veterans Affairs (VA) Phantom Blooper http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91262 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91259&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:05:21 GMT My friend is on Permanent Disqualification for having high blood pressure, due to being nervous and not doing so well on the ASVAB. I have been... My friend is on Permanent Disqualification for having high blood pressure, due to being nervous and not doing so well on the ASVAB. I have been friends with this person for a long time and he is the one who got me into the Marines. We met our recruiter the beginning of June of this year.

He's going back to MEPS to take the ASVAB and the physical tests again. By the time he was put on Permanent Disqualification for not doing so well, I was already DEP'ed in. Originally we were both scheduled to be shipped off to recruit training on June 14th, 2010, which is 2 days after our graduation day (also Flag Day)...

Now my question is, will his ship date change because of his first MEPS trip? I mean he's been with our recruiter and going to the Poolee functions as a guest each time. Just wondering if anyone would know the answer


Thank you,
Poolee Sokol ]]> POOL (ee) HALL Poolee Sokol http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91259 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91256&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:33:27 GMT My father, James Dean Faulkner, was in platoon 1032 in 1975 at MCRD San Diego. I am looking for any photos or documents that anyone may have from... My father, James Dean Faulkner, was in platoon 1032 in 1975 at MCRD San Diego. I am looking for any photos or documents that anyone may have from that time or who may have known him. ]]> Looking for a Leatherneck mkrebs http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91256 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91255&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:23:24 GMT I'm finally putting together a display case of awards/ribbons etc I received back in '66. I was airborne for half the 50 months I was in with 1st ANGLICO and it don't seem right without including something other than my gold jump wings to indicate I was a jumper. Consequently does anyone have any idea/suggestion where I may be able to get my hands on the HANDLE for a T-21 spare parachute? It's rectangular in shape, made out of aluminum and has an 6 to 10 inch 1/8" cable attached. When pulled it releases the "pilot 12" parachute" that pulls the spare parachute out. I've been trying to find one from the Marines as I don't want to go to the Army. A matter of principal if you know what I mean. I've talked a couple times with Marines at Pendelton, including ANGLICO, but nobody ever gets back to me. Could someone tell me who to call or where to go to retrieve one of these? I'd be happy to pay whatever it costs. Semper Fi!! ]]> Open Squad Bay fasteropr http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91255 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91249&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:07:50 GMT Good morning and thank you all for your dedication and service. May i ask about what happens when a Marine gets stationed at his PDS? Is that what... Good morning and thank you all for your dedication and service. May i ask about what happens when a Marine gets stationed at his PDS? Is that what going into fleet means? Is that when they are called "boots?" I have read posts and stories that say it gets harder when entering the fleet. What does that mean? Is there a "proving ground?" or something? What if anything makes this transition easier if that is the right word? Any info is greatly appreciated.
Thank you all again for your dedication and sacrifices.
Please forgive me if i posted in the wrong place.

PS ]]> Open Discussion gijimsmom http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91249 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91247&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:12:10 GMT Cant wait and motivated as hell,I just wanted to say thx to to all the Marines for your help and service,thank you to all the poolee as well stay... Cant wait and motivated as hell,I just wanted to say thx to to all the Marines for your help and service,thank you to all the poolee as well stay motivated and keep working hard!!!:iwo: ]]> POOL (ee) HALL BruceLee http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91247 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91245&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:29:55 GMT I've heard from several reliable sources lately that junior Marines have a portion of their pay deducted for living in the barracks as well as for chow at the chow hall. Is this true and if so how much?

I don't remember having money deducted for this and thought it was all part of the package. ]]> Open Squad Bay stein07 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91245 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91243&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:13:17 GMT Could someone enlighten me a little on what i would be entitled to as a junior enlisted in japan (iwakuni or Oakinawa) the main things i am concerned... Could someone enlighten me a little on what i would be entitled to as a junior enlisted in japan (iwakuni or Oakinawa) the main things i am concerned about are am i allowed to purchase a POV over there, and what exactly are the extra pay entitlements while over there?

Thanks in Advance. ]]> Open Squad Bay Zac4g63 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91243 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91242&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:05:51 GMT

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]]> The Slop Shute marine1955 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91242 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91240&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:15:20 GMT My oldest daughter called with a nice story today. She, her husband and middle son were at Fort Benning for the youngest son's Turning Blue ceremony--for Marines, that's when a soldier completes basic and gets the blue infantry braid they wear on one shoulder.
The four of them went to a Subway for lunch afterwards. My son in law and both grandsons were in uniform. My son in law is a First Sergeant in the air force and the middle son finished his basic on Aug. 7.
When my son in law went to pay, the girl at the register said there was no charge. She pointed at a booth and said the couple sitting there paid for it and thanked them for their service.
Two questions come to mind:
--The son in law and middle grandson were wearing fatigues (utilities to us) in downtown Columbus, GA. Wonder what would have happened to us if we were in Oceanside or Jacksonville, N.C. in utilities?
--Did anyone ever thank us for our service when we were in?
I think a lot of it comes from old hippies who have guilty consciences about spitting on troops during Vietnam.
Every time I'm out wearing my Marine Veteran ball hat someone thanks me for my service. I get a bit embarrassed about it. Never heard a shot fired in anger and I definitely got more out of the Marine Corps than I put into it.
Oh well, just glad to see the troops are getting a deserved thank you these days.
Now, if they'd just relax the laws about punching out draft dodgers or liberals (is that redundant?), it'd be icing on the cake.


--
“A Veteran is someone who, at one point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to the ' United States of America ‘ for an amount of 'up to and including my life.' That is Honor, and there are way too many people in this country who no longer understand it.”
--Semper Fi ]]> Open Squad Bay kentmitchell http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91240 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91232&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:17:34 GMT I just have a small question for the Marines here. About two years ago, while I was still a senior in high school, I began searching for a military... I just have a small question for the Marines here.

About two years ago, while I was still a senior in high school, I began searching for a military career in the Corps. I began talking with a Sergeant (I'll withold the name) of which we did get along. We started filling out some paperwork and starting the long process of the "Package" and such to get me enlisted under DEP.

Well, one day, he came up to me and told me to drop out of high school, get my GED and go to MCRD PI ASAP. I was appalled.

Now, don't get me wrong, I have the utmost respect for anyone who serves in the Armed Forces, especially Marines. And I do know that recruiters are most of the time considered "The Bad Guy", but this Sergeant just absolutely blew my mind by telling me to drop out of high school to join the Corps.

Anyways, I told him where to put it, because at that point, I had lost all respect I had for him. It pretty much ruined my perspective of the Corps.

My question is this, I want to know what you, as Marines, think of my first recruiter. Have you ever witnessed something like this before?


As a side note, I am finally going to MEPS on the 30th and hopefully getting a ship date sometime soon, although I'm told the earliest for Active Duty is June '10. For some reason, lately it's been nagging the hell out of me to get back off my lazy bum and enlist. I can't wait for the yellow footprints. ]]> Ask A Marine JBlaze http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91232 http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91229&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:29:19 GMT I have ten days untill I report to MCRD SD. I have never been so excited about anything in my life. Becoming a Marine has been a lifelong dream of... I have ten days untill I report to MCRD SD. I have never been so excited about anything in my life. Becoming a Marine has been a lifelong dream of mine. To all those that still have months to go... use your time wisely(PT, knowledge). It will go by faster than you think. Anyone out there joining me at MCRD SD on Dec. 1? ]]> POOL (ee) HALL GDean http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91229